I am pretty much speechless right now. I seriously did not expect this. A lot of dramas are too ambitious in the beginning and toss the kitchen sink at us, only to let many plot threads lapse or putter to a sad pointless conclusion. Most of the time that doesn’t bother me too much, though I do notice it like … Continue reading →
Most modern K-drama loves stories find conflict in complications that are not really all that compelling. The fantasy conceit of The King 2 Hearts allows it to have a really meaty barrier between Hang Ah and Jae Ha, but what the drama does so well is focus on the attention and time on the personality and insecurity issues bubbling beneath … Continue reading →
Who wants to go hunt down an increasingly evil secretary with me? OMG, that guy needs a beat down, though of course I’m only referring to Secretary Eun the character and not my awesome haraboji Lee Soon Jae, who can do no wrong when it comes to acting. I’m finding cracks in the characterization of villain Bong Joo and increasingly … Continue reading →
I can write about this drama all day long. The King 2 Hearts keeps taking my heart for a test drive and depositing me back all discombobulated and dizzy. I’m not sure what’s come over me, only that I’m thisclose to having TK2H dreams. I feel like Wednesday is so so far away, but I’m sure if I keep busy … Continue reading →
I came into The King 2 Hearts because of my Ha Ji Won love, and it looks like I’m going to leave it with a massive affection for Lee Seung Gi. I’m so glad I don’t have to suffer through another dud drama of Ji Won’s like her last one, complete with her worst performance to date, and can enjoy … Continue reading →
MBC’s official website for The King 2 Hearts has confirmed its going to air two episodes on Thursday, after a bit of waffling about it over the weekend. The written preview for episode 7 is out, and it confirms what is happening in some of the scenes shown in the video preview already. For TK2H, I’m not angling to know … Continue reading →
I know I have it bad when I go to sleep thinking about a drama and wake up thinking about the same drama. I enjoy being surprised, and The King 2 Hearts was completely a surprise in how much it works for be. The romance feels palpable, the politics is meaningful, and the intrigue is entertaining. This is not a … Continue reading →
I couldn’t have imagined how much I’m obsessed with The King 2 Hearts until I realized that I think about it constantly. I can’t wait for the new episodes this week, and I’m not even anxious for the OTP to have skinship or get together. I love their crackling chemistry, their bickering, their culture shock with each other, their general … Continue reading →
Even though I’m squarely on the Mi En-Han Xiang ship in Fondant Garden, I’m looking forward to the burgeoning friendship between Mi En and Hee Hwan. Their upcoming little trip looks fun with a side of cute. With Han Xiang about to meet the real Ai Lin in Seoul, and the little lady continues to compound the lies by saying … Continue reading →
Final episode of Office Girls coming up! Really, I’m serious, not another feint. Episode 25 will wrap up the half year long journey we’ve taken with Xing Ren and Zi Qi, filled with laughter and sweetness. Some hiccups and feet dragging occurred along the way, but nothing that would ultimately destroy my affection for this sincere drama aimed at encouraging … Continue reading →
I think we’re about to see some of the long awaited forward momentum on all fronts we’ve been waiting for in The Moon that Embraces the Sun. I, for one, am totally and utterly in the period drama mood, thanks to reading Da Mo Yao this weekend and then realizing the drama adaptation won’t be out until next year, so … Continue reading →
Looks like The Moon that Embraces the Sun is plowing full speed ahead on the love triangle aspect of the story, which makes sense since it’s the best developed aspect of the narrative. I like to see Hwon and Wol talk more, and not constantly in King to shaman topic of conversation, but truly get to know each other. I … Continue reading →
Another week arrives, and with it two more new episodes of The Moon that Embraces the Sun. With no confirmation from MBC on the rumored extension, this means the drama is now in the second half of its run. I expect the story is start kicking into high gear, and the actors to all step it up a notch or … Continue reading →