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#kDrama
The Impossible Heir
(2024 - Disney+/Hulu, 12 1:01 eps)Not a well-loved show by ratings. I paused for a while because I heard the end wasn't as hoped. Many people did not like the plot - a lot of corporate behind-the-scenes shenanigans propel the story & many thought the FL flat & cold. Women often get criticized for playing cold characters. Her character was supposed to be cold - it's even mentioned explicitly.
A great plot twist changes everything. Looking back, we see the true nature of the characters. Lee Jae Wook's character does a lot of thinking & he's great at conveying his thoughts silently.
The ending was open & I will interpret it to match my expectations. If you like a good production, corporate intrigue, little romance, open endings, & the actors in this series, it might be a good binge - keeping track of the twisty plot over time is tough.
https://mydramalist.com/742187-royal-loader
#TheImpossibleHeir #로얄로더 #LeeJaeWook #이재욱 #LeeJunYoung #이준영 #HongSuZu #홍수주 #WhooshReview
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#kDrama
The Impossible Heir
(2024 - Disney+/Hulu, 12 1:01 eps)Not a well-loved show by ratings. I paused for a while because I heard the end wasn't as hoped. Many people did not like the plot - a lot of corporate behind-the-scenes shenanigans propel the story & many thought the FL flat & cold. Women often get criticized for playing cold characters. Her character was supposed to be cold - it's even mentioned explicitly.
A great plot twist changes everything. Looking back, we see the true nature of the characters. Lee Jae Wook's character does a lot of thinking & he's great at conveying his thoughts silently.
The ending was open & I will interpret it to match my expectations. If you like a good production, corporate intrigue, little romance, open endings, & the actors in this series, it might be a good binge - keeping track of the twisty plot over time is tough.
https://mydramalist.com/742187-royal-loader
#TheImpossibleHeir #로얄로더 #LeeJaeWook #이재욱 #LeeJunYoung #이준영 #HongSuZu #홍수주 #WhooshReview
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#kDrama
Alchemy of Souls 2: Light and Shadow
(2022 - Netflix, 10 1:21 eps)The completion of Alchemy of Souls - a beautiful show with a lot of symbolism, wit, & depth.
The 2nd part feels very different. Our lead has gone through some stuff & he is a changed man. It is much darker, which is appropriate considering that our lead is in a dark place now.
Many people complained about the change in the FL, but if you watch carefully, it makes complete sense. Although you may wonder how you could be as invested as you were during part 1, watching the characters work through the problems pulls you in again.
Great acting again makes an unusual story come across as believable. The side characters get more room for their stories. I'm glad I watched both seasons at once, with a watch party, to get me through the first few episodes of part 2 because I was not happy initially.
https://mydramalist.com/733261-alchemy-of-souls-part-2
#AlchemyofSouls2 #AlchemyofSouls #환혼빛과그림자 #LeeJaeWook #이재욱 #GoYounJung #고윤정 #WhooshReview
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#kDrama
Alchemy of Souls 2: Light and Shadow
(2022 - Netflix, 10 1:21 eps)The completion of Alchemy of Souls - a beautiful show with a lot of symbolism, wit, & depth.
The 2nd part feels very different. Our lead has gone through some stuff & he is a changed man. It is much darker, which is appropriate considering that our lead is in a dark place now.
Many people complained about the change in the FL, but if you watch carefully, it makes complete sense. Although you may wonder how you could be as invested as you were during part 1, watching the characters work through the problems pulls you in again.
Great acting again makes an unusual story come across as believable. The side characters get more room for their stories. I'm glad I watched both seasons at once, with a watch party, to get me through the first few episodes of part 2 because I was not happy initially.
https://mydramalist.com/733261-alchemy-of-souls-part-2
#AlchemyofSouls2 #AlchemyofSouls #환혼빛과그림자 #LeeJaeWook #이재욱 #GoYounJung #고윤정 #WhooshReview
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#kDrama
Alchemy of Souls
(2022 - Netflix, 20 1:20 eps)The best Hong sisters' drama, incorporating elements of Camelot & the Lady of the Lake with lots of symbolism.
Set in a fictional country, with some Joseon-inspired costumes, it is the story of mages who work to fight evil. It has comedy, romance, battles, magic, political intrigue, gorgeous sets & costumes, marvelous writing, & great OST. The main love story is epic. The bromance is touching. The 2 leads shine in their roles, but all the acting is excellent. The sword fighting in silk robes will make you swoon. While having some classic story elements, it's fresh and profound.
What are previous generations responsible for? Do your desires outweigh societal goals? How does society treat outcasts? Is a hierarchical society sustainable? Besides laughing & crying, you'll be pondering these questions too.
https://mydramalist.com/52939-can-this-person-be-translated
#AlchemyofSouls #환혼 #LeeJaeWook #이재욱 #JungSoMin #정소민 #WhooshReview
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#kDrama
Alchemy of Souls
(2022 - Netflix, 20 1:20 eps)The best Hong sisters' drama, incorporating elements of Camelot & the Lady of the Lake with lots of symbolism.
Set in a fictional country, with some Joseon-inspired costumes, it is the story of mages who work to fight evil. It has comedy, romance, battles, magic, political intrigue, gorgeous sets & costumes, marvelous writing, & great OST. The main love story is epic. The bromance is touching. The 2 leads shine in their roles, but all the acting is excellent. The sword fighting in silk robes will make you swoon. While having some classic story elements, it's fresh and profound.
What are previous generations responsible for? Do your desires outweigh societal goals? How does society treat outcasts? Is a hierarchical society sustainable? Besides laughing & crying, you'll be pondering these questions too.
https://mydramalist.com/52939-can-this-person-be-translated
#AlchemyofSouls #환혼 #LeeJaeWook #이재욱 #JungSoMin #정소민 #WhooshReview
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In main roles:
Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol
https://techhub.social/@whoosh/111121903064846757Extraordinary You
https://techhub.social/@whoosh/111048260277938396In guest or support roles:
Search: WWW
When the Weather is Fine
True BeautyPS: you can use Mastodon's search (if you are using a client, I don't know if it will work) and search for:
And then only my reviews with LeeJaeWook (as a main role) will show up.
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In main roles:
Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol
https://techhub.social/@whoosh/111121903064846757Extraordinary You
https://techhub.social/@whoosh/111048260277938396In guest or support roles:
Search: WWW
When the Weather is Fine
True BeautyPS: you can use Mastodon's search (if you are using a client, I don't know if it will work) and search for:
And then only my reviews with LeeJaeWook (as a main role) will show up.
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Thanks for the warning!
Because of AoS, I've watched a few other things with Lee Jae Wook too - he is a phenomenal actor.
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Thanks for the warning!
Because of AoS, I've watched a few other things with Lee Jae Wook too - he is a phenomenal actor.
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My watchparty group just finished AoS #1. We're starting AoS #2 tomorrow!! I so hope the ending won't be sad. Uk deserves better!!
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My watchparty group just finished AoS #1. We're starting AoS #2 tomorrow!! I so hope the ending won't be sad. Uk deserves better!!
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End of the Year Drama Challenge
Day 3: Favourite actor discovered in 2023Since I started kDrama in the fall of 2022, I met many of my favorites during '22, but one actor who I've come to admire didn't show up until April of 23 -
Lee Jae Wook, in Search WWW.At that point, I thought he was good, but I think I was so enamored with his female costar, that I didn't pay the attention to him that I should have.
In September, encouraged by my watch party group, I took more of an interest in him, watching "Extraordinary You" for Rowoon, but coming to adore Lee Jae Wook. I went on to watch him in "Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol," where he was also excellent.
Currently watching "Alchemy of Souls" where he won the Global Excellence Award, the Best Actor, & Asia Special Award. He's also won many awards for his other shows. He is great at showing a wide range of emotions, has the ability to be comedic, and does action really well.
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End of the Year Drama Challenge
Day 3: Favourite actor discovered in 2023Since I started kDrama in the fall of 2022, I met many of my favorites during '22, but one actor who I've come to admire didn't show up until April of 23 -
Lee Jae Wook, in Search WWW.At that point, I thought he was good, but I think I was so enamored with his female costar, that I didn't pay the attention to him that I should have.
In September, encouraged by my watch party group, I took more of an interest in him, watching "Extraordinary You" for Rowoon, but coming to adore Lee Jae Wook. I went on to watch him in "Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol," where he was also excellent.
Currently watching "Alchemy of Souls" where he won the Global Excellence Award, the Best Actor, & Asia Special Award. He's also won many awards for his other shows. He is great at showing a wide range of emotions, has the ability to be comedic, and does action really well.
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#kDrama
Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol
(2020 - Netflix, 16 1:03 eps)Phenomenal acting, especially Lee Jae Wook & Kim Joo Heon. Go Ah Ra's performance makes her character, who could have come off self-centered & demanding, a loveable woman with a zest for life.
An escapist romcom - a story of falling in love. Until eps 14, it has entertaining side couples, reasonable trauma, evil mother, stalker, cute dog, enticing food scenes, beautiful piano music, & a theme of learning to enjoy life's simple things.
The writer abandoned the satisfying narrative that had been developing & threw in some horrible plot twists with no reasonable explanation & which completely ruined the ML's integrity. But the characters were portrayed so well that I ended up crying for nearly all the last 2 eps. I will miss them, but I cannot forgive what the writer did to that story.
#kDrama #DoDoSolSolLaLaSol #도도솔솔라라솔 #GoAhRa #고아라 #LeeJaeWook #이재욱 #KimJooHeon #김주헌 #WhooshReview
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#kDrama
Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol
(2020 - Netflix, 16 1:03 eps)Phenomenal acting, especially Lee Jae Wook & Kim Joo Heon. Go Ah Ra's performance makes her character, who could have come off self-centered & demanding, a loveable woman with a zest for life.
An escapist romcom - a story of falling in love. Until eps 14, it has entertaining side couples, reasonable trauma, evil mother, stalker, cute dog, enticing food scenes, beautiful piano music, & a theme of learning to enjoy life's simple things.
The writer abandoned the satisfying narrative that had been developing & threw in some horrible plot twists with no reasonable explanation & which completely ruined the ML's integrity. But the characters were portrayed so well that I ended up crying for nearly all the last 2 eps. I will miss them, but I cannot forgive what the writer did to that story.
#kDrama #DoDoSolSolLaLaSol #도도솔솔라라솔 #GoAhRa #고아라 #LeeJaeWook #이재욱 #KimJooHeon #김주헌 #WhooshReview
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#kDrama
Extraordinary You
(2019 - Viki, 32 35min eps)Light (sun-, spot-, star-, filtered through fingers & leaves) & trumpet flowers (symbolizing waiting) result in beautiful scenes. Cast is *filled* with amazing young actors in their 1st or early lead roles. Great OST.
Messages about not succumbing to others' expectations, creating your destiny, not letting the past define you, & making yourself the star of your life. Perfect for a high school romcom.
The ending is messy: plot holes, repeated plot devices, uneven char. dev., kDrama illogic, strong FLs dissolving. The writers didn’t seem to know how to wrap things up.
The beginning is captivating & I would probably rewatch it again with some fast-forwarding in the later episodes.
#kDrama
#ExtraordinaryYou #어쩌다발견한하루 #KimHyeYoon #김혜윤 #Rowoon #로운 #LeeJaeWook #이재욱 #LeeNaEun #이나은 #KimYoungDae #김영대 #JungGunJoo #정건주 #LeeTaeRi #이태리 #WhooshReview -
#kDrama
Extraordinary You
(2019 - Viki, 32 35min eps)Light (sun-, spot-, star-, filtered through fingers & leaves) & trumpet flowers (symbolizing waiting) result in beautiful scenes. Cast is *filled* with amazing young actors in their 1st or early lead roles. Great OST.
Messages about not succumbing to others' expectations, creating your destiny, not letting the past define you, & making yourself the star of your life. Perfect for a high school romcom.
The ending is messy: plot holes, repeated plot devices, uneven char. dev., kDrama illogic, strong FLs dissolving. The writers didn’t seem to know how to wrap things up.
The beginning is captivating & I would probably rewatch it again with some fast-forwarding in the later episodes.
#kDrama
#ExtraordinaryYou #어쩌다발견한하루 #KimHyeYoon #김혜윤 #Rowoon #로운 #LeeJaeWook #이재욱 #LeeNaEun #이나은 #KimYoungDae #김영대 #JungGunJoo #정건주 #LeeTaeRi #이태리 #WhooshReview