#hae chae young

[tokyicons]

[teashh]

I am so glad the new kdramas are bringing back the specific brand of loser men. You know which brand I'm talking about. The Ahn "min min" Minhyuk brand of loser men and I'm loving it. The "I worship this goddess and I'm so in love with her and I can't believe I get to love her. Oh my gods I love her so much" brand of loser men. And we're being fed so well with lovely runner, love next door, no gain no love, my demon, Cinderella at 2am, Hierarchy, Midnight Romance in Hagwon, doctor slump, Queen of tears, welcome to samdal-ri and even good partner (yes it's one sided but the dedication and yuri's couple too).

We need more fictional loser men who worship women to satiate our eldest independent daughter desires.

[mctna2019]

this scene was so beautiful, painful but also powerful. the way he called his father, the way he cried, the way he just hugged him, the way his father called him....OMG

he stopped looking for his biological father. but in the middle of the night, when everyone was asleep, he started wandering the streets while he was confused and didn't know where he was. for going to his father. bc he felt that his time was getting less and less. a father who didn't consider him as his own son and Hae-jo lived with his memories all this time. it didn't matter who his biological father was. every time he went after each candidate, he compared him in his mind with the man who had raised him. I had watched in other dramas that usually parents who raise a child were afraid of their child finding out that who are his/her real parents. because if that child found out, he/she would want to go to his real parents. but in this series it was completely the opposite. even after he found out about the truth, he lived with that man and expected him to be his father. even after he ran away from home. I'm glad and sad that he stopped looking for his biological father and returned to who he knew his father. even if their meet was so short.

Heung admired Hae-jo's way of life and he ran away from home like him. but unlike Hae-jo's father, Heung's mother found him and told him to stay away from home as much as he wanted, but to be careful and come back whenever he want. Heung didn't know that no one had asked Hae-jo to come back and Hae-jo wanted to go home despite all the freedom he had.

[stuff-diary]

Hierarchy

TV Shows/Dramas watched in 2024

Hierarchy (2024, South Korea)

Director: Bae Hyeon Jin

Writer: Chu Hye Mi

Mini-review:

Oof, what a disappointment. I feel like this wanted to be one of those transgressive teen shows we get in the West, but then it didn't have the guts to go all the way and ended up being like any other kdrama about the rich and the poor. And even then, it's just not good at that either. The writing leaves a lot to be desired, and it gets more boring with every episode. The acting is also all over the place; some of the actors do a solid job, but most of them are mediocre or downright terrible. Tbh, there are two things that save this drama from disaster: firstly, the director adds a lot of style and flair to the proceedings; secondly, sometimes it's fun to see a bunch of super pretty people all together in one place. But still, there are a lot of shows where you can find those things with much better quality. I wouldn't recommend Hierarchy, unless you really love someone in the cast...

[gulongming]

이번 생도 잘 부탁해 SEE YOU IN MY 19th LIFE (2023)

[tinyevilgremlin]

bo-geol/kiho and hae-na are the current lomls and they both remind me of puppies (pun not intended in hae-na's case, lmaojkajs)

[movienized-com]

Oh! Youngsimi

Oh! Youngsimi (Serie 2023) #SongHaYoon #LeeMinJae #DonghaeLee #ChaeYoungUm #JungWooYeon Mehr auf:

Serie / 오! 영심이 Jahr: 2023- (Mai) Genre: Comedy / Romantik Hauptrollen: Song Ha-Yoon, Lee Min-Jae, Dong-hae Lee, Chae-Young Um, Jung Woo Yeon … Serienbeschreibung: Eine Moderatorin, deren Karriere in der Krise steckt, beschließt, eine neue Show zu drehen, und lädt den CEO eines bekannten Unternehmens ein. Das Problem entsteht, als sie herausfindet, dass der CEO eigentlich ihr Jugendfreund ist,…

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[softplots]

MASTERLIST — female korean names !!

hi sweeties !! there are #50 (FIFTY) female korean names under the cut, they were all taken from kdramas. hope you guys like it !! please like/reblog if you found this useful !!

Park Se-Hee

In Byuel

Go Yu-Na

Kim San-Ha

Na Joo-Hee

Han Song-Yi

Lee Mi-Yeon

Jung Jung-Won

Shin Ki-Won

Kwon Na-Ra

Ah Mi

Yoon Hee

Young-geun

Yoo-joo

Heo Soon-sim

Choi Sun-ah

Shin Ki-yoon

Mi-so

Baek Na-hee

Ma Ho-Young

Lee So-Yeon

So-Jin

Lee Hyun-ji

Ah-reum

Yoon So-rim

Eun Tae-hee

Seong Mi-do

Ahn Ja-yeong

Hong Chae-ri

Eun-seo

Oh Ha-rin

Baek Je-na

Kim Ga-yeon

Seon-hwa

Son Ae

Eun Ok

Eun-mi

Kang Hye-young

Lee Yoo-ri

Choi Dong-joo

Jung-soo

Kim Yeong-chae

Jo Hae-In

Bae Doo-rae

Jo Ki-bum

Joo Wol

Yoo Young-joo

Joo Wol

Lee Yoo-jeong

Mo Jae-in

[manawari]

Group B |

(a brief info: Group B, also known as Icers, escaped from the Maze three days faster and lost fewer people than the Gladers, showing that they were significantly more capable than the Gladers. Their Maze was in a snowy, coniferous forested area that they called "the Spring". Rather than Grievers, the group had giant, flying, winged bat-like creatures called Shades.)

There are eight girls who first came in the Maze: Park Hee-jin, Gina, Lee Bora, Seo Ji-woo, Han Se-mi, Jung Ye-rim, Nam Chae-young, and Han Song-yi. I'll add a few more to make the members eleven (before Eun-seok and Ju-hee) — Group A still has the most members.

When Eun-seok came, which made the girls suspicious at the sight of a boy. Gina was so skeptical that she believed WICKED had sent the boy to torment them. So, along with some girls, she attempted to kill Eun-seok. Luckily, Hee-jin — the Leader — stepped in and defended the Blondie (slang for Newbie, just like Greenie), glaring at her second-in-command; she told her to not act quickly and WICKED must've sent him for a reason. Gina remained dubious and kept her distance, watching Eun-seok like a hawk.

Hee-jin is a determined leader, she keeps peace and will answer to any injustice. Gina is her second-in-command. Han Se-mi and Jung Ye-rim are the Medics (James Dashner didn't have specific terminologies in Group B so I'll make my own and here). Seo Ji-woo and Nam Chae-young are Mappers.

Han Song-yi is the youngest member. She feels closest to Hee-jin and is mostly found alone if her unnie is busy. She eventually becomes Eun-seok's first friend.

Despite not losing his memories at all, Eun-seok doesn't know most of them in the past. He feels alone and misses his best friends, hoping they'll stay alive until their paths cross. He thinks about them every day and stares at the stars. Then, Hee-jin approaches him and asks why he isn't sleeping. Eun-seok answers that he's thinking about his past. She shrugs and tells him not to worry, all of them have no idea about where they came from, and she always wonders if she has a loving family. Eun-seok sympathizes with this and the two talk under the stars.

Lee Ju-hee, the last member, eventually comes and that is when the Box has stopped going up. Group B realizes they will soon starve. They begin to prepare, though they give the Blondie an entire day to adjust.

Eun-seok goes to Ju-hee, who looks at him strangely. He figures she doesn't know him yet, so he reassures her that she's going to be fine and he'll protect her. Besides looking forward to seeing his best friends, Eun-seok wishes to reunite with Jin-woo and Hae-in someday, who were both close to him and Ju-hee.

Armed with spears, flames, and daggers, the group bravely enters the Maze. Ji-woo and Chae-young lead them while the rest fend off the creatures.

Eun-seok protects both Ju-hee and Song-yi.

Chae-young is the first one who dies, sacrificing herself to draw the Shades' attention from her group.

Ju-hee and Song-yi are the ones who managed to reach the end. Ji-woo yells out the code and Ju-hee hurriedly punches them in. Unfortunately, some members die before they can reach the exit, leaving only eight members surviving.

They soon get rescued by WICKED, who brings them to the headquarters. After sensing something bad two days later, Hee-jin hatches a plan to sneak out, so she ventures through the air vents and observes each path that might possibly lead to the exit. Once she figures it out, she encourages her friends to leave. Hee-jin and Ju-hee secretly make their way to Eun-seok's room to take him along.

Unfortunately, Eun-seok tells them to leave him behind. Hee-jin protests at this and says she can't let them do something to him. He smiles and hugs her, promising her that he'll meet her soon — he needs to see someone first. Hee-jin looks like she's about to protest, but closes her mouth, she touches his shoulder and gazes into his eyes; "make sure you stay true to your word." She says.

Eun-seok nods. Hee-jin goes back to the tunnel and Ju-hee is about to follow her when Eun-seok grabs her wrist, sneaking a small radio into her hand. The ginger looks at him perplexed and he mouths "I'll explain" then encourages her to go.

Ju-hee partially regains her memories. And the more she thinks about the past, the more she uncovers the rest, except for the faces of people who were once her family. She forms a closer bond with her group and they look after each other until the Right Arm finds them. She keeps in touch with Eun-seok, only answering the radio when she's alone since nobody else must know about it; he checks on her and the rest, asking her if she has met Yoon-ho and Byung-gyu or Jin-woo and Hae-in. Ju-hee shakes her head. She can tell how much he's struggling — the pain of being excited to meet someone who doesn't know who you are.

Ju-hee gets scared when she no longer receives Eun-seok's calls. Lee Bora is there to comfort her, even though she doesn't know why her friend panics at random times of the day. The biggest relief she gets when Min Byung-gyu steps into the tent and then how he tells her about Eun-seok during their journey while she's treating his wound.

Song-yi remains alive. Although, she won't be coming when the cast goes to the Last City. She'll be in Safe Haven with Ye-rim while the rest are off to fight the organization that destroyed their lives.

Lee Bora is the only person who saw Ju-hee leave. It is more like she caught her packing her things and ready to leave. Ju-hee explains to her why and that a helicopter will be coming for her. Lee Bora is shocked — Eun-seok had just betrayed them, and now, Ju-hee will be leaving to take WICKED's side; she doesn't know how to feel being betrayed twice. Nonetheless, she lets it go and bids Ju-hee good luck. She's still hurt, and Ju-hee will not stop her from telling the others, already envisioning Hee-jin's reaction.

Group B counterparts with Group A:

Park Hee-jin - Lim Tae-gyu

Gina - Choi Jong-in

Seo Ji-woo - Baek Yoon-ho

Han Se-mi - Son Ki-hoon

Jung Ye-rim - Min Byung-gyu

Han Song-yi - Yoo Jin-ho

Lee Ju-hee - Lee Ju-hee

Lee Eun-seok - Cha Hae-in

[allieland]

YOUR BIG DREAMS, ON THE BIG SCREENS, OUT OF GEORGIA, NOW YOU'RE LONELY IN THIS CITY | opposites & face-claims & pairings.

face-claims i'd like to play :

justin h. min, jonathan daviss, regé-jean page, kaya scodelario, juliana paiva, peter gadiot, chris evans, anya taylor-joy, park sooyoung, elle fanning, lee dahee, daniel henney, chen zheyuan, mackenyu, hwang minhyun, lee jaewook, sang heon lee, na inwoo, tom holland, emre bey, david corenswet, ahn hyo seop, manny jacinto, patrick gibson, ben barnes, andrew garfield. ( more to be added )

face-claims i'd like to play against:

han so hee, anna sawai, emilia clarke, pinar deniz, adria arjona, laura harrier, seo yeji, nini, asli sumen, bang gang hee, dakota johnson, daniella perkins, ju jingyi, go yoon jung, ariana grande, jennie kim, rosé, lee hyeri, lola tung, seol in ah, emeraude toubia, go minsi, jenna ortega, madelaine petsch, pat chayanit, marjorie estiano, vitoria strada, samantha logan, bruna marquezine, jung chae-yeon, camila mendes, savannah lee smith, grace budsarin wonglelanont. ( more to be added )

pairings i'd like to have:

song kang & choi yoojung.

na inwoo & park minyoung.

park shin hye & kim jae young.

rachel zegler & kit connor.

yasemin yazici & ben barnes.

jung somin & jung hae in.

bruna marquezine & chay suede.

( more to be added )

[sexy-lee-min-woo]

[VIDEO] 2004 Shinhwa - Love Letter

20041016 Love Letter S01E01 - Kim Jeong Eun (Shinhwa) [ENG SUBs file] 20041023 Love Letter S01E02 - Kim Jeong Eun (Shinhwa) [ENG SUBs file] 20041106 Love Letter S01E03 - Han Ga In (Shinhwa) [ENG SUBs file] 20041113 Love Letter S01E04 - Han Ga In (Shinhwa) [ENG SUBs file] 20041120 Love Letter S01E05 - Kim Min Jung (Shinhwa) [ENG SUBs file] 20041127 Love Letter S01E06 - Kim Min Jung (Shinhwa) [ENG SUBs file] 20041204 Love Letter S01E07 - Ha Ji Won (Shinhwa) [ENG SUBs file] 20041211 Love Letter S01E08 - Ha Ji Won (Shinhwa) [ENG SUBs file] 20041218 Love Letter S01E09 - Han Eun Jung (Shinhwa) 20041224 Love Letter S01E10 - Han Eun Jung (Shinhwa) 20050108 Love Letter S01E11 - Jang Shin Young (Shinhwa) 20050115 Love Letter S01E12 - Jang Shin Young (Shinhwa) 20050122 Love Letter S01E13 - Han Ji Hye (Shinhwa) [ENG SUBs file] 20050129 Love Letter S01E14 - Han Ji Hye (Shinhwa) [ENG SUBs file] 20050219 Love Letter S01E17 - Lee Da Hae (Andy) 20050226 Love Letter S01E18 - Lee Da Hae (Andy) 20050305 Love Letter S01E19 - Kim Sun Ah (Andy) 20050312 Love Letter S01E20 - Kim Sun Ah (Andy) 20050319 Love Letter S01E21 - Han Chae Young (Andy) 20050326 Love Letter S01E22 - Han Chae Young (Andy) 20050402 Love Letter S01E23 - Son Tae Young (Andy) 20050409 Love Letter S01E24 - Son Tae Young (Andy)

20050423 Love Letter S02E01 (Junjin, Andy) [ENG SUBs file] 20050430 Love Letter S02E02 (Junjin, Andy) [ENG SUBs file] 20050507 Love Letter S02E03 (Junjin, Andy) [ENG SUBs file] 20050514 Love Letter S02E04 (Junjin, Andy) 20050521 Love Letter S02E05 (Junjin, Andy) [ENG SUBs file] 20050528 Love Letter S02E06 (Junjin, Andy) 20050604 Love Letter S02E07 (Junjin, Andy) 20050611 Love Letter S02E08 (Junjin, Andy) [ENG SUBs file] 20050618 Love Letter S02E09 (Junjin) 20050625 Love Letter S02E10 (Junjin) 20050702 Love Letter S02E11 (Junjin, Andy) 20050709 Love Letter S02E12 (Junjin, Andy) 20050716 Love Letter S02E13 (Junjin, Andy) 20050723 Love Letter S02E14 (Junjin, Andy) 20050730 Love Letter S02E15 (Andy) 20050806 Love Letter S02E16 (Andy) 20050813 Love Letter S02E17 (Hyesung) 20050820 Love Letter S02E18 (Hyesung) 20051001 Love Letter S02E24 (Minwoo) [ENG SUBs file] 20051008 Love Letter S02E25 (Minwoo) [ENG SUBs file] 20051029 Love Letter S02E28 (Minwoo) [ENG SUBs file] 20051105 Love Letter S02E29 (Minwoo) [ENG SUBs file] 20051210 Love Letter S02E34 (Minwoo) [ENG SUBs file] 20051217 Love Letter S02E35 (Minwoo) [ENG SUBs file]

20060610 Love Letter S03E03 (Andy) [ENG SUBs file] 20060617 Love Letter S03E04 (Andy) [ENG SUBs file]

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[teashh]

One of the things I love about kdramas is that it really subverts what masculinity is supposed to be. You see the loser who's down bad for the female lead (Lovely runner, queen of tears, Love Next Door, Strong Girl Do Bong Soon, the Judge from Hell), you see the soft masculinity in hometown cha cha cha, summer strike and Doctor Slump and extraordinary attorney woo, the protective kind of masculinity in any of Ji Chang Wook's and Ahn Bo Hyun's works, the reassured and confident masculinity of Seo Kang Joon in Undercover High school and Lee Jun Hyuk in Love scout, the playful masculinity in Twinkling Watermelon and Crash Course in Romance, the stoic but gentle masculinity in Doctor Romantic and Hierarchy, and the "I care about you and only you" kind of masculinity in Vincenzo to name a few.

This is progress from the old kdramas and I get that it's fictional and in real life, some of these actors are assholes. But in the era where Toxic masculinity is rampant, I think we can turn towards kdrama to have some inkling of what kind of man we should strive to be and what kind of man we should want. This should not something we see only in fiction. We should raise our sons (I'm 21) to be like this so that one day it's not just a concept for fictional love stories.

[shewholovestoread]

GYEONGSEONG CREATURE PART 1 - THE CHARACTERS (PART 2 OF 2)

Part 1 is here

The Characters:

The cast is uniformly awesome. Park Seo-joon's character, Jang Tae-sang starts off as someone who is only concerned about saving his own hide but he infuses his character with so much heart that even in the initial episodes, you end up rooting for him. The show is, very much, his hero's journey, going from someone who only cared about his own survival to one who's willing to risk his own life to protect others.

Han So-hee's character, Yoon Chae-ok was an absolute badass. She was more than capable of handling the shit that came her way. I loved that she was so confident of her abilities, she was excellent at her job. So-hee imbues her character with such deep emotion that you can tell that it's always on the simmer, her desperation warring with the bone-deep dread that her mother is dead. And then the final straw is the soul crushing horror they're confronted with when they infiltrate the hospital and find out what's been going on.

I also liked how the relationship between Tae-sang and Chae-ok developed. They start off at loggerheads with Tae-sang mocking the loss of her mother and Chae-ok seeing him as a profiteer, an opportunist. In a desperate fight for their survival against both the monster and the Japanese forces, they're forced to put aside their differences and work together and this is where they truly shine.

Their conflicting approach, where one is willing to die instead of surrendering and the other is willing to surrender to fight another day is what saves them. Chae-ok's drive to fight and keep fighting even in the face or insurmountable odds is what keeps them going when lesser people would have turned back. Tae-sang's drive to survive, to live is what keeps them alive when faced with near certain death. They fight for each other, taking the lead when the other falters.

I love that for people who seem so fundamentally different, they work so well together, perfectly complementing each other. I also love that when Tae-sang tries to save Chae-ok by asking her to leave, she refuses, she makes it clear that she doesn't need a knight in shining armour but a partner who treats her as their equal.

The other cast members are equally good, especially Kim Hae-sook as Nawol-deak, Tae-sang's 2nd in command. She's his pillar, the only person he can trust to take over the reins in his absence and she more than rises to the occasion. Unlike the others, she's unflappable, capable of thinking on her feet, weighing alternatives and wheeling and dealing the way Tae-sang does. She, like Tae-sang doesn't trust anyone (except Tae-sang.) She knows, only too well, how little it takes to break people, having gone through it herself.

Did anyone else wonder if it was Nawol-deak who gave up information that led to Tae-sang's mother getting arrested? Nawol implies that faced with relentless pain, people are willing to do anything to make it stop. That entire conversation and the flashback that followed, made me think if it was Nawol who finally broke and gave up information about her comrades.

Then there was Choi Young-joon playing Lieutenant General Gato, the most hateful character on the show, followed very closely by Hyun Bong-sik's Ichiro. The absolute lack of humanity they exhibit is far more monstrous than any other monster they could create. I'm pretty sure Gato is a psychopath. His quest to make a monster has nothing to do with patriotism. His military rank is a means to an end, it gives him the power and authority he needs to conduct his experiments with little to no oversight. He doesn't see other people as human beings, they are all, both the soldiers and locals alike, test subjects. The locals are used as lab-rats and monster bait while the soldiers serve to test just how much damage the monster can withstand, it's killing power and finally whether it can think and solve problems. The only thing Gato sees as worthwhile is the monster itself.

I would not be surprised if, in part 2, there was increased tension between Gato and Ichiro. Ichiro sees the monster as a mindless killing machine while to Gato, it's a like piece of art, it's an extension of his own genius and he would not take kindly to another scientist taking over. We saw it in Part 1 when Ichiro tried to train the monster, taking a page out of Ivan Pavlov's experiment, Gato's displeasure at Ichiro inserting himself into his work. This is not a man who shares or tolerates interference of any kind. I see conflict brewing between them that will perhaps be the source of their own downfall.

The other person who was absolutely spellbinding was Kim Soo-hyun as Lady Yukiko Maeda. Her portrayal is just... so intimidating. She's the perfect blend of gentility and menace. She has an ice cold demeanor that unsettles you even as her beauty disarms you and draws you in. By the time the show ends, there is no doubt who has the actual power in the Ishikawa home. This is a woman who will slit your throat and calmly drink tea and watch as you slowly drown in your own blood. it's a chilling portrayal and I can't wait to see more of her in Part 2.

I am excited for Part 2 to see how they close season 1 since season 2 is already in production. We do know that Chae-ok, her father and the rest from The House of Golden Treasure will launch a rescue mission for Tae-sang. I don't think Chae-ok will be content to leave Tae-sang behind, not to mention her mother's monster form is still inside.

Add to that, Myeong-ja is now infected and she will wreak havoc once she transforms (assuming she survives,) she is outside and she's pregnant. With Chae-ok's mother, we can see just how much the Najin caused her to mutate. I have a feeling that Myeong-ja's baby will be a hybrid, even more dangerous than the monster inside the hospital. It's also safe to assume that almost all of the antagonists will survive.

If you're hoping for a clean resolution in the season finale, you're in for disappointment. I have a feeling that the season will end with a broadening of the threat and our heroes will have to contend with not just those despicable scientists, Gato and Ichiro, they will also have the Japanese army after them after Kwon Joon-taek ratted them out.

I'll be happy as long as the season doesn't end with a cliffhanger. Season 2 is scheduled to stream in 2024, so on the plus side, at the very least, it's not a long wait. For now, I shall patiently wait for Part 2 and hope for the best...

[gulongming]

이번 생도 잘 부탁해 SEE YOU IN MY 19th LIFE (2023)

[seouldramaspot]

Gyeongseong Creature: A Dark Tale of Survival and Humanity

Korean dramas have a knack for blending history, suspense, and fantasy into compelling narratives, and "Gyeongseong Creature" is no exception. Set in the spring of 1945, during the twilight of Japan's occupation of Korea, this series transports viewers to a tumultuous era where survival is paramount, and humanity is constantly tested.

"Gyeongseong Creature" revolves around the harrowing experiences of two young adults, Jang Tae-sang and Yoon Chae-ok. Tae-sang, a wealthy and influential man in Gyeongseong (modern-day Seoul), is deeply invested in the city's vibrant underworld. Despite his seemingly unscrupulous exterior, he harbors a profound sense of justice and a desire to protect those he cares about.

Chae-ok, on the other hand, is a skilled and tenacious bounty hunter with a tragic past. Having lost her family at a young age, she has learned to navigate the dangerous streets of Gyeongseong with remarkable resilience and resourcefulness. Together, they confront monstrous entities that prey on human fears and weaknesses, uncovering dark secrets and hidden agendas that threaten the very fabric of their society.

Season 1 introduces us to Jang Tae-sang, the affluent owner of the House of Golden Treasure pawnshop, and Yoon Chae-ok, a determined tracker. Their paths cross when they face a monstrous creature born from inhumane experiments at Ongseong Hospital. As they uncover the dark secrets behind these experiments, they join forces with rebels fighting for independence.

Main Characters:

Park Seo-joon as Jang Tae-sang: A wealthy pawnshop owner and the best informant in Gyeongseong.

Han So-hee as Yoon Chae-ok: A specialist in finding missing people.

Claudia Kim as Yukiko Maeda: A powerful Japanese noblewoman with control over the Gyeongseong area.

Supporting Cast Highlights:

Wi Ha-joon as Kwon Jun-taek: An independence activist and Tae-sang's close friend.

Kim Hae-sook as Mrs. Nawol: The deacon of Geumokdang, who has been with Tae-sang since childhood.

Jo Han-chul as Yoon Jung-won: Chae-ok's father and husband of Choi Seong-sim.

Season 1 received acclaim for its compelling plot and high-quality production. It premiered on Netflix, with the first part released on December 22, 2023, and the second part on January 5, 2024. The series quickly rose in popularity, ranking first in South Korea and making it to Netflix's "Global Top 10" list of most-watched non-English shows.

Production and Release:

The production faced challenges, including cast members testing positive for COVID-19 and on-set injuries. However, the dedicated team ensured the series maintained its high standards.

Season 2 is highly anticipated, with Netflix confirming its release in 2024. The upcoming season promises to set the narrative in the present time, adding new dimensions to the storyline.

Themes and Motifs

Survival and Resistance: Set against the backdrop of a war-torn Korea, the series delves into the struggles of individuals fighting for their lives and their dignity. The characters' resilience in the face of overwhelming odds is a recurring theme.

Humanity and Monstrosity: "Gyeongseong Creature" blurs the lines between human and monster, challenging viewers to question what it truly means to be human. The real monsters in the series are often not the supernatural entities but the people driven by greed, power, and hatred.

Justice and Redemption: Both Tae-sang and Chae-ok grapple with their past actions and seek redemption. Their journey highlights the possibility of change and the enduring power of justice, even in the darkest times.

Visuals and Atmosphere

The series boasts stunning cinematography that captures the grim beauty of 1940s Gyeongseong. From the bustling streets to the eerie, shadowy corners where monsters lurk, every frame is meticulously crafted to enhance the storytelling. The production design, costumes, and special effects contribute to an immersive viewing experience that is both visually arresting and emotionally engaging.

Original Soundtrack:

The Season 1 soundtrack, composed by Kim Tae-seong, enriches the show's atmosphere with tracks that range from haunting melodies to intense orchestral pieces. The soundtrack includes songs like "Forever" by Suho, "Time" by Baek A, and several instrumental versions that heighten the emotional impact of the series.

Part 1 of the soundtrack, released on December 22, 2023, features songs like:

"Forever" by Suho

"Time" by Baek A

"Time" (Elec. Ver.) by Leafy

Part 2, released on January 12, 2024, includes tracks like:

"Gyeongseong Creature Opening Title" by Choe Jeong-in

"Maruta" by Choe Jeong-in and Kim Tae-seong

"Only" by Ong Seong-eun

"Gyeongseong Creature" is a masterful blend of historical drama and supernatural thriller, offering a unique perspective on a turbulent period in Korean history. Its well-drawn characters, gripping narrative, and thought-provoking themes make it a standout in the realm of K-dramas. Whether you're a fan of period pieces, fantasy, or character-driven stories, this series promises to deliver a memorable and thrilling ride. With Park Seo-joon and Han So-hee leading the cast, their powerful performances add an extra layer of depth and intensity to this already captivating drama. The evocative soundtrack further enriches the viewing experience, making "Gyeongseong Creature" a must-watch for K-drama enthusiasts.

honest comment: This is a must watch kdrama series since it has a great plot and great story I will not spoil much since it is full of surprises and I must say it is a masterpiece.