#geun-young moon

[marril96]

A Tale of Two Sisters (2003)

[swannsways]

A Tale of Two Sisters (2003), dir. Kim Jee-woon

[stuff-diary]

Hellbound (Season 2)

TV Shows/Dramas watched in 2024

Hellbound (Season 2, 2024, South Korea)

Director: Yeon Sang Ho

Writer: Yeon Sang Ho & Choi Gyu Seok (based on their own webtoon)

Mini-review:

I feel like I'm one of the few people who loved the first season of Hellbound. It used an original and terrifying concept to showcase a fascinating exploration of themes like religious fanaticism, sectarianism and media manipulation. And this second (and final?) season delivers the goods once again. Yeon Sang Ho continues to be a master director of action scenes, plus the performances he gets from this cast are simply superb. On top of that, the CGI is much better than it was in the first one; I'm glad they made an effort to improve on that. I'm sure many people will stay mad at the show for refusing to give clear answers until the very end, but I think that makes the viewer feel the same chaos as the characters. If this is really the end, I have to say I really enjoyed what this dark fantasy had to offer.

[feydpauls]

31 FILMS FOR OCTOBER: 18. A Tale of Two Sisters (2003) dir. Kim Jee-woon

[schtrawberry]

THE FIRST & LAST GLANCE: YOON BOK AND JEONG HYANG IN 바람의 화원 PAINTER OF THE WIND (2008)

[anamon-book]

箪笥 コムストック 監督＝キム・ジウン／出演＝イム・スジョン、ムン・グニョン、ヨム・ジョンア、キム・ガプス ほか

[kaipanzero]

A Tale of Two Sisters

장화, 홍련 (2003)

[somanykdramas]

HELLBOUND 2

GENRES: Drama, Supernatural

SUMMARY: What does it mean to be a sinner? What does it mean to be forgiven? Is it possible to survive Hell?

THIS SHOW HAS EVERYTHING: Cults, hanboks, live-streaming, scheming governments, adorable orphans, solar trains, redemption, nightclubs, hiking, prophecies, and overdue reunions.

HOT TAKE: I tell ya, I'm so grateful that both seasons of this show are so short--these episodes are intense, emotional, and full of action that I'm not sure I would be able to handle the normal 16 ep run.

The stakes are so much higher, our organizations have had time to improve their craftiness and deceit, and the citizens of the world are that much more wary that their time for demonstration is nigh.

Although we are not graced with the acting prowess of Yoo Ah In, I will give credit where credit is due--Kim Sung Cheol did an outstanding job and really made his character his own.

[namjhyun]

DRAMA REVIEW | MOVING (2023)

In a time when we are suffering from an over-saturation of content and less than mediocre stories, particularly related to people with superpowers, South Korea has released MOVING and proved there's still hope for the genre.

Like its tittle the story is in constant move, not only pushing forward but going back to different timelines to give us context o our main characters and how the things happening in present time are a direct consequence to the past. Technically, MOVING is perfect. One of the strongest points is definitely the editing and this can be seen in the way the story jumps from one year to another but you never lose track of what's happening nor leaves you confused. There are gaps to fill but with other episodes that will give you answers. The score complements the actions and emotions of the characters to perfection.

The performances are top notch and it's not surprise considering this drama is stacked. If you have been watching korean dramas or films for a while, you will recognize even the most random character or one-episode-cameo it's performed by an award winning actor or actress. These people have a reputation for a reason and they deliver in every scene, with a look, a touch, a smile or a punch that will push you through a wall. For some characters in the drama literally speaking.

Zo In Sung hasn't starred in a drama since Dear My Friends (2016) and I am so glad this is his return to the tv format. In MOVING he delivered a nuance, charming and badass performance that in the hands of another would have fell flat. His character's entire existence it's what pushes most of the story forward: a person used as a weapon to kill but all he ever wanted was to live. The big mystery of the drama it's to find out what was his fate after he got separated from those he loves.

Ryoo Seung Ryong remains one of the most compelling actors of his generation, giving us the incredible story of a good man lost in life until he found his purpose and redemption. His storyline, full of gore and violence, was actually a tender love story about how far a man will go to protect his family. Marvelous.

Han Hyo Joo's character could have easily fallen into the Smurfette principle but no. She's an equal to the men who love her and those that want to kill her, with a very strong motivation to keep herself on the top of the game. This character's loneliness comes through every scene she's in, bottling everything up in order to be strong for her family but you can tell she's waiting for a chance to be free and, most importantly, for her son to be able to live freely.

Ko Yoon Jung, Lee Jeong Ha and Kim Do Hoon are really promising actors, particularly considering they hold their own while performance with so many household names. I think Kim Do Hoon and Kim Sun Kyun probably gave one of the most heartbreaking yet beautiful stories in the drama.

Like I mentioned before every single actor in this drama brought their A+ game face but I would be doing a disservice if I didn't mention Kim Hee Won, Cha Tae Hyun, Ryoo Seung Bum, Park Hee Soon, Yang Dong Geun, Jo Bok Rae, Park Kwang Jae, Kim Joong He and, of course, Kwak Sun Young. She in particular was SPECTACULAR.

None of these characters are one-dimensional, they are not defined by the label society wants to put on them. They are all joined together by the experiences, hardships, love, motivations and ambitions they share. At the end of the day, related or not by blood, they are a family. Even the so-called enemies.

MOVING it's absolutely worthy of the hype that surrounds it through all social media and news outlets putting in the category of one of 2023 best tv shows. I only regret I didn't have the time to watch it sooner so I could have add it to mine.

[kactors-kpop-kdrama]

[binging-asian-dramas]

The Forbidden Marriage. 10

Story: 10

Acting: 10

Chemistry: 10❤️🔥

Comparable to: Mr. Queen (kdrama) ; Alchemy of Souls (kdrama); Love in the Moonlight (kdrama)

This is hands down one of my top favorite series so far of the year. It starts out strong and ends on a very strong note. It really does have everything. A lot of humor especially in the beginning that gradually spins into a mix of drama with romance and a dash of suspense. It’s for me a perfect formula. There’s never a dull moment throughout especially having just the right amount of episodes, a total of 12. The chemistry among the whole cast is oofing amazing, especially the standout chemistry between the leading main characters. Definitely definitely recommend, especially for those who haven’t watched it yet. I yelled at myself for not watching it sooner.

[prdzx]

[everyfilmisaw]

장화, 홍련 (A Tale Of Two Sisters) by Kim Jee-woon, 2003

[bs-ent]

man that one scene in “cinderella’s stepsister” where moon geunyoung is running away and she turns to look behind her as the pencil falls out from her hair is so iconic that now and then it still pops up in my head

[k-star-holic]

Moon Geun-Young Outer Auxiliaries: Mortuary in Grief

Source: k-star-holic.blogspot.com

[olivierdemangeon]

REMEMBER (2020) ★★★★★