Once a famous Korean actor or pop star finishes his military service, he is at a crossroads — either he goes back to his usual, tried-and-tested image that has garnered him zillions of fans, or he turns a completely new leaf to revive the public’s interest. After all, several fresh and trendy newbies continue to come into the… Continue reading First Impressions: You’ll Fall Deep Into “Manhole” And Its Fun, Kooky Antics
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Review: “Part-Time Spy” – An Entertaining, Action-Packed Film About Female Undercover Detectives
“Part-Time Spy” is a 2017 South Korean action-comedy film starring Kang Ye Won, Han Chae Ah, and Namgoong Min. It’s the story of a clumsy girl who turns into an accidental spy through a voice phishing scam. After a string of career failures, Jang Young Shil (Kang Ye Won) gets fired (yet again!) from her temp… Continue reading Review: “Part-Time Spy” – An Entertaining, Action-Packed Film About Female Undercover Detectives
Real Talk On Real Issues: Why “The First Half Of My Life” Is A Must-Watch Drama
“The First Half of My Life” is the most talked-about show in China right now. When I first heard about it, I was immediately drawn to it because of the consulting background. Having worked as a management consultant myself, I was interested in the familiar industry and wanted to see how it plays out on… Continue reading Real Talk On Real Issues: Why “The First Half Of My Life” Is A Must-Watch Drama
Review: “Missing” – A Film Exploring Motherhood, Loss, And Struggles Of Social Outcasts
Up until just recently, I hadn’t heard anything about the 2016 film “Missing” whatsoever. I suppose it just wasn’t promoted as well to international viewers as it could have been, which is quite unfortunate. For those who don’t know much about the film, I’ll give you the rundown. The movie stars Uhm Ji Won as Lee… Continue reading Review: “Missing” – A Film Exploring Motherhood, Loss, And Struggles Of Social Outcasts
First Impressions: “Criminal Minds” – Criminally Good Or Just Criminal?
Following fellow American dramas “The Good Wife” and “Entourage,” “Criminal Minds” has now also been remade into a Korean series, starring Lee Joon Gi, Moon Chae Won, and Son Hyun Joo. The US version, a procedural drama that airs on the CBS channel, will enter into its 13th(!) season this coming September. The upcoming season will… Continue reading First Impressions: “Criminal Minds” – Criminally Good Or Just Criminal?
First Impressions: “Distorted” Is A Thrilling War Of Integrity And Corruption
Browse through your Facebook newsfeed, and chances are, you will see some fake news. These news site links can be easily shared, or worse, people will read only the sensationalized, clickbait — sometimes outright false — headlines and will not bother examining the details. It’s the two-fold power of any kind of media (print, TV, or digital):… Continue reading First Impressions: “Distorted” Is A Thrilling War Of Integrity And Corruption
First Impressions: “The King Loves” Has Solid Start With Plenty Of Conflict, Romance, And Aesthetics
This week, MBC aired its new traditional drama, “The King Loves,” based on Kim Yi Ryung’s novel by the same name. The drama stars Im Siwan, making his return to dramas after three years and his first sageuk in five years; YoonA, starring in her first sageuk ever; and Hong Jong Hyun, taking a new role after… Continue reading First Impressions: “The King Loves” Has Solid Start With Plenty Of Conflict, Romance, And Aesthetics
First Impressions: “School 2017” Invites You To Take A Peek Inside The World Of Today’s Teenagers
Just a few days ago, the Wall Street Journal released a telling article entitled, “What’s a College Degree Worth? Not Much for Young South Koreans.” The piece explains how university students struggle in looking for decent jobs, despite coming from prestigious schools and having amazing credentials. This sad and alarming reality in South Korea brings… Continue reading First Impressions: “School 2017” Invites You To Take A Peek Inside The World Of Today’s Teenagers
Final Review: “Lookout” And Why It’s A Must-Watch
First off, let’s take a second to appreciate Kim Young Kwang and all his perfection. YAAAAS. If you’re like me, you didn’t expect much from this drama at first, but after just the first episode, you quickly got sucked in. Am I right? “Lookout” was the Monday and Tuesday drama that was going head-to-head with… Continue reading Final Review: “Lookout” And Why It’s A Must-Watch
Final Review: “Fight My Way”
After 16 hours of watching “Fight My Way” and wondering if both couples would end up together, if they would achieve their dreams, if the characters would finally figure out who the landlady is when viewers figured it out in the first flashback with her, the wait is over. “Fight My Way” has ended, and as the cast… Continue reading Final Review: “Fight My Way”