I have to give some props to the PD of Jang Ok Jung, Live in Love. I watched both of his previous two dramas, A Star’s Lover and My Girlfriend is a Gumiho, and while neither had the strongest script his directing was a very steady and consistent hand that never sought the limelight. The PD isn’t into innovative camera shots or snazzy camera work, but he does weave in a very lively balance of action and stillness into each episode so that the narrative never feels bogged down. But similarly I’m not so taken with his display of skills so as to wrench attention from what is happening in the story. It’s a hard thing to do to strike this delicate balance, and so far he’s doing a swell job that he deserves a shout out. Episodes 9-10 this coming week look to advance the narrative further into revealing Ok Jung’s presence in Lee Soon’s life to the rest of his world. Will the Dowager Queen freak out (even more)? Will Minister Min strive to immediately remove her from Lee Soon’s orbit? Will Prince Dongpyung give up before he’s even gotten started? Will Chi Soo ride in on a white horse and whisk Ok Jung away? It’s hard enough finding the right person to fall in love with, as Lee Soon has probably realized by now. It’s not that he has to have Ok Jung or he’ll die, but I get the sense that he’s so lonely for so long that he realizes how special it was that he got to meet Ok Jung. It’s not that she’s beautiful, or that she’s intriguing, it’s that she captivates his heart and mind simultaneously and that is the dual basis for how people start falling in love. I don’t think these two are at the “we’ll die without each other phase”, so it’ll be interesting to see who has the willpower and strategic alliances to bridge the astronomical distance between Heaven where a King is at and the lowest echelon on earth where the daughter of a slave is at.
Can’t sit to see episode 9!!!!! Squeeeeeeeeeee
Can’t wait to see episode 9!!!!! Squeeeeeeeeeee
Ms K, you say it so well, as usual. “that he realizes how special it was that he got to meet Ok Jung. It’s not that she’s beautiful, or that she’s intriguing, it’s that she captivates his heart and mind simultaneously and that is the dual basis for how people start falling in love.” I love this as it says the essence of their relationship. And yes I like the directing since the beginning, which I find complements the writing so well.
thanks koala! can’t wait for episode 10. will wait for your recap for episode 9. :))
Thanks KOALA, it’s 11:10 pm Philippine time, we’re waiting for Episode 9 to be aired even if RAW. We’re greatly happy for posting these update from you too hence we constantly retrieving KOALA PLAYGROUND every hour for some updates especially KOREAN drama & its ACTORS. Sincerely thanking you, keep it up!
thanks koala sis!
Hi miss k i just passed by your playground recently and guess what i decided to STAY! I especially loved your effort in this one i have this adrenaline rush over JOJ love it i like them both by the way but together they kinda formed a chemistry… love it and thank you,! Looking forward.
Dumped Dong Pyung 🙁
The stills look beautiful but KTH/JOJ looks so distraught that her face becomes so much older >.< Lack of beauty sleep, perhaps? However, I can feel her sorrow and sadness~ I mean she's happy that King loves her but she feels it's impossible for them to be together 🙁
ms koala ur words are the best ever..
I’m not only addicted to JOJ but also your posts Ms OcKoala^^ your new happy stalker 🙂
Thankssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss
Somehow it just seems that every single time I chance upon an obscure or unpopular show that I really love, only Ms Koala has the same love for it (JOJ vs GFB: ain’t gonna watch GFB no matter how many recappers recap). Here’s a heartfelt thanks for all your exceptional effort to bring the things that matter most to you to the rest of the world just coz you can.
<3 loads!!! Xp
I always look forward to all your JOJ posts! So excited for tmr ep ahhhhh 😀
Kim Tae Hee is looking a bit old compared to her younger counterpart.
I cannot watch this drama because of her.
That’s too bad. You missed out on an amazing drama for a pretty lame prejudice.
Hey koala when is ur recap coming up?? been refreshing ur site like a lunatic!Can’t wait! Please hurry uppppppp :-p
Haiiii…koalas your Is the best thank you for info episode 9 of jang ok jung……gumawwo once again