Imagine a historical drama all about handsome, aristocratic young men who join together, reluctantly at first, and transform into a group of amazing soldiers and military leaders whose goal is to make a brighter future for the citizens of Silla. That’s Hwarang. The drama isn’t just about how the Hwarang was formed but also includes … Continue reading Hwarang
In the immortal words of Charlie Brown, “Rats!” I had anxiously awaited The Legend of the Blue Sea for just shy of a year only to end up being disappointed with the outcome. Had I been expecting too much? Was the build-up too big? Was what I had imagined something unattainable? No. It definitely had the … Continue reading The Legend of the Blue Sea
It seemed like it took forever for Goblin (also known as Guardian: The Lonely and Great God) to be out in its entirety. But, as the old saying goes, “Good things come to those who wait.” Although, in the case of this drama, it would be more accurate to say, superbly fantastic things come to those … Continue reading Goblin
I had just finished a historical drama so I thought about waiting a while before starting this one but I’m so glad I didn’t. I was actually surprised at how quickly I buzzed through the episodes, eager to find out what was going to happen next. Each episode of Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo begins with … Continue reading Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo
I’m not a huge fan of Korean historical dramas, as you can tell by the sheer lack of them in my reviews, but I found one that was so wonderfully delicious I can’t help but shout it to the rooftops – Moonlight Drawn by Clouds!!! An excellent, excellent drama! The best way for a girl … Continue reading Moonlight Drawn by Clouds
KissAsian.com calls it The Royal Gambler. Viki.com uses the title Jackpot, and DramaFever.com lists it as Daebak, but whatever you choose to call it, this particular “fictional drama based on historical events” is definitely entertaining. It’s a big production – actors, costumes, music, scenery, plot… I finished the 24 episode drama much faster than I … Continue reading The Royal Gambler
Is it just my imagination or are vampire dramas really popular right now? My introduction to a vampire Kdrama was Blood, an excellent one to start with. I absolutely loved it. What a clever idea it was to have those creatures medically created! Then I saw The Scholar Who Walks the Night. Set in ancient … Continue reading Orange Marmalade
