Archive for the ‘Drama Recaps’ Category
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You’re the Best, Lee Soon-shin: Episode 11
“How come I’m the boss here and I’m the one in trouble?” That’s essentially the situation Jun-ho finds himself in today, and it’s a hoot to see him attempting to assert his CEO authority over three sisters who just aren’t having it. Okay, maybe just two—just when the troublesome one sees his point and agrees... More »
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Incarnation of Money: Episode 22
Absence makes the heart grow fonder; or in this case, it becomes the driving force behind a new determination for Jae-in, who finally comes into her own. It just so happens that when you redirect that stubbornness to get under the resident baddie’s skin, it can turn out be a pretty useful character quirk. A... More »
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Gu Family Book: Episode 4
Aw, I love this show. It’s so damn cute and earnest and lovable. You have a hero who spends his days playing Hong Gil-dong Jr. in the streets, a no-nonsense heroine with a mighty sword, and a story world filled with myths and magic that’s just barely been tapped. But at the core, it’s just... More »
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Gu Family Book: Episode 3
Now that our hearts have been thoroughly broken by the beautifully sad love story of our story’s prologue (seriously, I was pretty wrecked over it, having grown so invested in their relationship), it’s time to start mending them with the introduction of our actual main characters. I was so sucked into the world of the... More »
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Incarnation of Money: Episode 21
As our war of revenge rages on, our characters learn that the costs of battle may include some things they’re unwilling to give up. Every war suffers casualties and when you lose what’s most near and dear to your heart, will you crumble and admit defeat? Or will you be driven to new extremes to... More »
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You’re the Best, Lee Soon-shin: Episode 10
This is a cute episode, with some big strides in character development too. Soon-shin faces some harsh truths but surprisingly finds the courage to stand up for herself when it matters, and discovers that one person’s vote of confidence can carry her a long way. Ratings continue to climb, with this episode hitting a new... More »
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You’re the Best, Lee Soon-shin: Episode 9
More cuteness and pratfalls in this week’s episodes, which finally gets all its pieces in motion for the real story. Yes, we kicked off Operation: Make Soon-shin a Star a few episodes ago, but the relationships solidify with more of our core characters getting to know each other and setting the stage for lots of... More »
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Incarnation of Money: Episode 20
A skilled huntsman lies in wait for his prey to come to him, and a confident marksman needs only one bullet to take down his target. Armed with knowledge and money for ammunition, both sides wait to ambush the other. But even the best disguise isn’t enough to camouflage the truth. It’s time for the... More »
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Gu Family Book: Episode 2
What a lovely way to start a story. I almost never get this invested in backstory, because it’s really hard to be patient when you know that what you’re watching is the opening act and not the headliner. But our hero’s origin story is as sweeping and romantic and narratively rich as any main event,... More »
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Gu Family Book: Episode 1
Gorgeous. A thoroughly gripping, well-told, and moving first episode. We haven’t yet met the main characters of our present-day storyline (as in, Lee Seung-gi, Suzy, and company) but the show has such a deft hand in drawing out the backstory that I didn’t mind having to wait. The introduction of the parents’ meeting is both... More »
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