i agree that the whole business reasons for extending or cutting make sense, but i think it depends on a story whether or not it should get an extension. also, while they are debating whether or not to extend, the writers often go a little crazy and either slow it down too much, ony to be told no extension, and then they hvae to wrap up to quickly. take personal taste, for example. it was agreat story, but the last 4 episodes feel weak. i was disappointed with the ending (i still like the drama, but i felt it it had left untapped potential), because i felt like plots had been wrapped up too quickly and without proper explanation. this was probably due to the maybe or maybe not extension debate that went on, but in the end no extension was given, so the writers/editors were left to sort out the mess. sometimes, one more episode couldn’t hurt, like with my girlfriend is a gumiho. i was very happy with the ending, and the series as a whole, but the ending at the very last episode feels rushed, and maybe one more episode would have allowed things to come together better. other times, no extension is best, the way king of baking, kim tak goo ended. it ran the way it was supposed to, and it was PERFECT. cuts probably make you feel miserable, but they could help a story if the plot is too slow.

Same here, I can’t wait to see the last 2 episodes even if it ruins the 20 episodes that are going to air out of korea. After this drama ends, I’m still planning to watch the 20 aired episode later in October…
It’s disappointing that they had to cut 4 episodes of Tamna Island…
Supporting TAMNA ISLAND ALL THE WAY…

Oooo…that would be a great turn of events. I’d like to see Beojin remind herself of the numerous times ParkKyu saved her. It would be especially great if she’d reminisce of their first date. I know we have to wait for the full episodes and some of us fans have that patience, I’m not one of them. I have to see these last 2 episodes even if it may spoil my opportunity to watch the full version later.

You are such fun!

@nell123: When you feel like that, it means you need to move to another region’s entertainment. lols…If you want quality acting and detailed character development to the point where it gets really slow, you can try Chinese dramas. Gosh, are they the King in character analysis and relationship development – sometimes it’s absolutely awe-inspiring, but sometimes you just feel like shutting it all off and watching something silly. Hahaha…I would start off with the martial arts epics – it’s sorta like best of both worlds? lols.

@ belleza: Hmm…I’m not sure if the acceptance of the show now is because of the adaptability of the audience, the actors, the crew, or everything combined. But I think even if there was no live shoot/reaction from audiences, and everything was pre-filmed, the directors/actors would have seen that early eps needed improvement while they were filming, and adjusted. Chemistry between the actors might have been better developed, in a shorter time-frame, without the criticisms/pressures from live ratings/audiences. I don’t want to dwell on things that’s past, but just wish the production going forward can be more consistent and flow better. I want to understand the characters actions without having to stretch/rationalize too much.

I had a teeny weeny gut feeling that Yan would warm up to Beo Jin too. Something like them being buddies or something? But definitely not anything romantic..

Have a feeling that if not for the 4 episodes cut, we would have more scenes of Beo Jin being responsive toward Park Kyu’s feelings and all. At least, maybe some scenes of her thinking about Park Kyu? Or with her reminiscing their moments together? On how he always always came to her rescue (and William’s too) whenever she pleaded for his help? Cos all we’ve seen right up till now, everything’s about the 2 men vying for Beo Jin. Not the other way.. Now, if they would show something from Beo Jin for once, in the last 2 episodes.. pretty please….

Really don’t want the drama to end up like the how My Love Patji ended…

It depends on your definition of “things more fitting of my age and social network”. I got interested in dramas in my early twenties. And at that age trendy dramas like “Full House” of “Goong” were a little bit too cute for my taste. Not that I don’t like silly and funny stuff on TV ;p. I do, the problem, as you said, is the presentation. I have the feeling that almost any sort of TV show in Korea has to fit the melodrama format-long episodes, lots and lots of talking, tons of close up shots to show the pretty faces of the leads, repetitive stories. It’s just the filling that is different. If it’s a comedy, the actors get funny lines. If it is not, than the lines are not funny and they cry much more that usual. And that’s a big problem because I get bored quickly. Unless the story is unusual and has interesting characters I probably won’t finish it. There is no point in wasting time on something I’ve already seen.

P.S. Plus a 1-week per week/season format will probably be more manageable for K-drama subbers too, no?