Crash Landing on You, Episodes 1-8: A Different Side to North Korea
The only thing comparable to the tension and drama in K-dramas is the real-life relations between South Korea and North Korea. While there have be…
Tag: Drama Review
“Vagabond” Leaves Viewers Looking for Answers
The Netflix blockbuster Vagabond has come to an end, leaving many of its audience in need of answers. With a big budget of over $20 million, a sta…
“When the Camellia Blooms” Challenges the Stigma of Being a Single Mother
With it's highest ratings while airing, When the Camellia Blooms’ finale beat the record of highest ratings for a miniseries. It is not surprising…
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…
“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…