Welcome to a fresh week of top 10 picks! As usual, K-dramaland had no shortage of scenes that made us chortle, tear up, and fist pump, and we wish we had extra hours in a day to commit ourselves to repeating our favorite moments. Without further delay, check out our list!
Category: Recap
Highlights: “Birth of a Beauty” Episode 10
Love is finally in the air on “Birth of a Beauty“! Han Tae Hee (Joo Sang Wook) and Sa Ra (Han Ye Seul) are officially together. With romance due for next week, villainy rises with new heights featuring Lee Kang Joon (Jung Gyu Woon), a cheating husband turning into a vengeful sociopath, and Gyo Chae Yeon (Wang Ji… Continue reading Highlights: “Birth of a Beauty” Episode 10
Highlights: “Modern Farmer” Episode 13
Drama begins to bubble up again in episode 13 of “Modern Farmer.” Though tension is still built up between Lee Min Ki and Kang Hyuk, the latter brushes it off as nothing when Kang Yoon Hee confronts him about it. While the main relationships bring out drama in this episode, others are looking up! Han… Continue reading Highlights: “Modern Farmer” Episode 13
Highlights: “Birth of a Beauty” Episode 9
Things are starting to be set in motion in episode 9 of “Birth of a Beauty.” With Sa Ra deciding to leave Sa Geum Ran behind and truly become a new person, she accepts her new fame. But with Gyo Chae Yun secretly knowing Sa Ra’s real identity, the future is looking a bit unsure.… Continue reading Highlights: “Birth of a Beauty” Episode 9
5 Things I Loved About “Misaeng” Episodes 13 and 14
The problem, if you can even call it that, with writing weekly commentaries about a show like “Misaeng” is that you start to sound like a broken record. How many times can I write about how great the writing is, how clear the vision of the director is, the specific and effective use of the background… Continue reading 5 Things I Loved About “Misaeng” Episodes 13 and 14
Highlights: “Pinocchio” Episode 6
Episode six of “Pinocchio” sees all of our main characters starting their journalism careers in earnest. As such, it’s a busy episode, as they battle each other and the clock, desperately trying to get any scoop to relay back to their impatient, strict sunbaes. These were the my five favorite scenes of “Pinocchio” episode six:… Continue reading Highlights: “Pinocchio” Episode 6
[First Impressions] “Dr. Frost” Episode 1
Take a successful and popular actress, add a splash of jealous rival, and don’t forget a couple shakes of mentally unstable. Shake well. Garnish with a slice of crime-solving psychologist. Serve cold. The first episode of OCN’s “Dr. Frost” had all the ingredients of a strong premiere. And with the previews that were so well done, I… Continue reading [First Impressions] “Dr. Frost” Episode 1
“Get It Beauty” Tips: Tips from the Experts
This episode of “Get It Beauty” brings us tips from seven beauty experts from all over the spectrum! Hair stylist Tae Yang, makeup artist Jung Saem Mul, beauty trend reporter Yoo Ah Jung, plastic surgeon Hong Gi Suk, therapist Bae Eun Jung, original “Get It Beauty” host Kim Jung Min, and hidden beauty expert Park… Continue reading “Get It Beauty” Tips: Tips from the Experts
Highlights: “Pinocchio” Episode 5
In episode five of “Pinocchio,” all of our heroes have new jobs as rookie reporters—though not all at the same station. There’s plenty of drama at home as well, as In Ha deals with her newfound feelings, and Dal Po tries to keep his distance. These were my five favorite scenes of “Pinocchio,” episode five:… Continue reading Highlights: “Pinocchio” Episode 5
Highlights: “Liar Game” Episode 12 (Final)
We’ve come to the end of “Liar Game”, and the finale is filled with revelations, drama, and guns. The main storylines are brought to a close, but the door is left tantalizingly open for a second season. After running through my five favorite scenes, I’ll share my thoughts on the drama as a whole, and… Continue reading Highlights: “Liar Game” Episode 12 (Final)