The Tale of Nokdu, Episodes 1 – 16: Defying Expectations from Genre to Gender
In The Tale of Nokdu, what you see isn't always what you get. The drama’s central plot revolves around the main character’s ability to g…
Tag: Drama Review
“Be Melodramatic” Shows Rare Acceptance of Individuality in Dramaland
According to Google, a "Melodrama" is a sensational dramatic piece with exaggerated characters and exciting events intended to appeal to the emoti…
Rookie Historian Goo Hae-Ryung Tackles Feminism During the Joseon Dynasty
Rookie Historian Goo Hae-Ryung is a drama set during the Joseon Dynasty starring Shin Se-kyung (Goo Hae-ryung) and Cha Eun-woo (Prince Dowon) as t…
Humankind is Studied in ‘When the Devil Calls Your Name’
When the Devil Calls Your Name is a title that rings with presumptions and expectations of an all-supernatural genre. With an impressive cast, the…
Hotel Del Luna Ticks All the Boxes: Aesthetics, Narrative, and Even Astute Marketing
From its concept to its cast and sets, Hotel Del Luna catches the eye even during the early days of its promotions. With the brilliant IU holding …
Doctor Prisoner Destroys the Line Dividing Good and Bad
Disclaimer: This review contains spoilers. Please proceed with caution! KBS2’s Doctor Prisoner topped domestic ratings during its 32-episode ru…
Her Private Life, Episodes 1-8: The Secret Life of an Intense Fan
With the growing attention on K-pop idols over the past decade or so, we’re no strangers to seeing images and videos of idols pushing through dens…
He Is Psychometric Shows the Power of Human Connection
In the same way that K-pop songs repeat successful hooks and structures to craft the perfect earworm, K-dramas are notorious for reusing cliches. …
On Homes and Stories in Romance is a Bonus Book
Most K-dramas end with a final message which shows up on the screen after the final shot fades away. It acts as a farewell message, an acknowledgement …
SKY Castle: A Realistic & Riveting Exploration of Parenthood
The following review contains spoilers for SKY Castle. How far would you go to protect your reputation? How far would you go to secure your child'…