Seems like the positives are outweighing the negatives with newly premiered tvN weekend drama Jirisan (Mount Jiri), The second episode broke 10% ratings to net 10.663%, the second fastest to break 10% for any cable drama and the highest second episode ratings for any cable drama. Previously it was Encounter (Boyfriend) while Goblin, Mr. Sunshine and The World of the Married all crossed 10% in episode 3. So it appears that the mixed reviews in episode 1, with the negative comments primarily directed towards PD Lee Eun Bok’s hyper directing, poor editing, and weird use of songs and background music, did not lose any viewers for the next episode. The reviews for episode 2 predominately are about how it’s much better than episode 1 and many of the critique points are better presented plus screenwriter Kim Eun Hee‘s script is really shining through. So there you have it, the pairing of JJHX2 is a success and tvN looks to have a strong finish into year end.
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It's good, it's not what I expected it to be.
I really wanted to watch this but its not available for international viewers in other countries
actually, it is! international viewers can watch it at the same time as koreans viewers (and with english subs) on the iqiyi app.
Many thanks to Mia- I subscribe to Viki but had never heard of iqiyi,
I have downloaded the app and am now watching this drama.
What drama will air after this though? It gonna benefit from jirisan and homcha success for sure
Encounter used to be the first record breaker in this department. The second episode rating was 10.3%
And it ended in the 8% range. The typical drama where people tune in for the star power and are left disappointed so they drop it. Hopefully that doesn't happen to Jirisan.
JJHX2 XD
The first episode's CGI is not quite there but contrary to knetz, I actually like it jump into action straight away. Not to mention, they drop a huge twist that I didnt see it coming regarding JJHX2. I thought this drama is action thriller but it seems like there will be some fantasy element to it too? EP2 ending makes me wonder how much fantasy element are we going to get.
Its more supernatural than fantasy but knowing kdramas the world building is most likely going to fall apart half way. KEH is a good writer but she isn't the most logical and if it is anything like the logic of kingdom 1 then there will be a lot of plot holes.
Going to wait till it finishes to decide to watch it or not. Saves me the frustration if it doesn't deliver all throughout.
Jun ji hyun real queen. She not only took over lee young aes legendary position but also made grand comeback. This is how real queen rolls. Brings initial ratings. Relevant for over 24 years now. Another blockbuster for queen.
Hmm I don’t really know if the traction will continue but it’s definitely not worth the gargantuan hype, what with all the weird editing, directing AND screenplay. I personally don’t understand how they’re going to drag a mountain guide story for 16 episodes and keep the audience riveted but people can surprise you, so. This was not what I expected or wanted from a Jun Jihyun comeback (esp since that Kingdom prequel was so uninspiring) so I’m just waiting for Son Yejin’s 2022 drama at this point.
I find the director's directing style seemed to be drastically different from DOTS, Goblin and Mr.Sunshine. Working with a different star writer and with the story setting set in the mountains completely gives a different vibe.
Is the PD working with a different production crew? It seems like the production crew who worked in DOTS and Goblin went to work somewhere else.
The ratings is a given since the lead is a big star with a solid supporting cast. But I still feel disconnected with the story and the characters as of episode two.
Have to wait for a couple more episodes to know if this drama will truly engage me as a viewer.
It feels 80% filler and the actual plot is left for the last 10 minutes or so… I really don’t care for the cases in each episodes. It’s disappointing to say the least, the ratings are expected to be high there’s Jun Jihyun in it after all
This. I don't hate it but I'm bored.