Hundred Year Inheritance

Hey everyone!

It has been a while! The thing is, I have recently started to watch dramas weekly, so until a drama finishes, I won`t be posting on here. Today, I finally finished Hundred Year Inheritance. This drama was a great drama with my two favorite actors as leads (Eugene and Lee Jung Jin). I had started watching this drama a few months ago, and it finally ended yesterday. I waited all day yesterday, but the drama was not fully subbed until today. It was totally worth the wait! The drama mainly revolved around Min Chae Won and Lee Se Yoon. It was a family drama, so there were lots of side stories. The drama started off super dramatic, as CW was still in her first marriage to Kim Chul Kyu. Her mother-in-law was horrible to her, where she would yell at her and beat her (she even made her sign a pre-nup). In the first few episodes, we were introduced to CW`s struggles with her mother-in-law. Eventually, when she finally agreed to give her husband a divorce, her mother-in-law sent her to a psychiatric hospital and made her stay there for a while. During that stay is when CW met SY. She saw SY (who was visiting his friend - a doctor at the clinic) and begged him to take her out of there. Initially SY thought she was crazy and was just trying to escape, when she really shouldn't. But then, later he overheard people talking about how her mother-in-law brought her there and wanted to keep her there without her permission. Eventually, he asked his friend about it, and found out that CW was telling the truth. However, by the time he found out, CW had already escaped, and she had a terrible fall during her escape. While SY was driving in the rain, he spotted her on the road and took her to the hospital. While there, he realized that CW had lost her memory, and since SY was the first person CW saw, she assumed that was her husband. The two from then on started to get to know each other. CW still had her memory lost when her mother-in-law returned for her, and so took her back in. CW was very distraught, and eventually just gave in since SY denied being her husband. During the time CW was at her in-law's home, CK realized that he still loved CW, and kept her from finding out the truth about what his mother did. Eventually, her mother-in-law went back to her old ways, and made CW feel like she did something wrong. In the meantime, she attempted to frame CW for adultery with SY because they kept bumping into each other whenever CW was in need. Finally, CW regained her memories, and tried to get her divorce again, however she wanted things in return (such as property, etc.). Her mother-in-law did not want that, so she framed CW`s father for faulty electrical work. CW finally gave in to a divorce without any payment, and left that terrible place. Prior to the divorce, CK was becoming really attached to CW again, but his mother made CW lie and act to get the divorce from him. When he found out it was all a rouse, he was really upset, and chased after CW even more! The rest of the drama revolved around CW becoming independent again (though with SY's help). There was added drama between these two, since CK's sister was in love with SY from a long time ago, and so she tried to cause a lot of problems between CW and SY getting closer. Some other side stories involved CW`s father falling in love and marrying a woman that ended up also causing problems between CW and SY`s relationship from flowing smoothly. One of the main plots of the drama was to find someone to run CW`s grandfather's noodle factory. Eventually CW took over and made the Hundred Year business a success. I won`t give away the rest of the story, as there were lots of different side stories and of course the many obstacles in the way of CW and SY from getting together. However, I definitely enjoyed this drama a lot and will miss watching it every week! It was an excellent drama with a little bit of everything a drama needs! This was definitely one that I will have at the top of my list of dramas. Please do check it out and let me know what you think/thought about the drama! If you don't know yet, I give this drama a 5 out of 5 stars!

Some other comments (spoilers):

- The baby switch was definitely predictable!
- I love the Eugene and Lee Jung Jin combo!!! Super cuties together (he has gotten cuter now with the chubby look, but was super hot in 9 ends 2 outs)!
- The interactions between the two leads were adorable!
- The CK and new wife combo was cute, but wow was CK annoying!
- I could not stand CK's sister! What a little brat =P
- When her grand father died, I cried so much! He was such a cute little grandpa!
- I would love to try some of those noodles they kept making
- SY's biological mother was really pretty!
- The cliffhanger after SY's accident had my heart drop when his hand fell (seemed like he died!!)
- Loved the last episode! So glad the old mother-in-law apologized to CW and also learned her lesson!

That's it for now.

I'm off,

- B

Flower Boy Next Door

Hey Everyone!

So, I finished another drama today called Flower Boy Next Door. I have to admit, I have been waiting a while to watch this one (due to exams and all). It seems like a very comedic and fun loving drama, but there was talk of a lot of sensitive issues. The main characters were Enrique (Que) Geum and Go Dok Mi. Initially, QG arrived in S. Korea to visit his brother, however his visited started by him losing his first love to his brother. In the meantime, DM hid in her room all day (possible agoraphobia), but fell for QG's brother since she used to see him across from her window all the time. When QG came along, he figured out that DM was peeking at his brother, and so he went over to confront DM. From that incident on, the two kept seeing each other for different circumstances (e.g. DM was editing QG's book). Eventually, QG was on a mission to help DM come out of her apartment more often (his little project before heading back to Spain). After much efforts, he did succeed. However, DM's neighbour, was madly in love with her for a very long time. Unfortunately for him, QG reached DM quicker, with his boisterous personality. At first, DM did not like QG's constant approaches. But, eventually, she grew to like his bubbly personality. She also appreciated the fact that he cared enough to help her get over her fears of being in public places and coming in contact with large crowds. Later, it was determined that DM kept to herself due to an incident in the past (betrayal, loss of trust, bullying). After many encounters, DM and QG started to fall for each other, but QG was supposed to leave for Spain again. He almost left, but returned back to DM because he was just too worried about her. He later realized, that worry was because he was falling for her. DM felt a bit betrayed since he was going to leave so suddenly. But when she saw QG return for her, her spirits were lifted again. The rest of the drama revolved around the relationship between QG and DM and the struggles to achieve their dreams. The drama was very cute and simple. I give this drama a 4 out of 5 stars. It was also nice seeing Park Shin Hye on TV again. Please let me know what you thought. That's it for now.

 I'm off,

- B

Big

Hey Everyone!

So, it has not been too long since my last post, though I probably should not be completing any dramas as I am studying. Either ways, I finally watched a drama I have been waiting to watch a for while now, called Big. I really liked the drama overall, but the ending left me a bit disappointed. Regardless, it was a cute drama with my favorite actress, Lee Min Jung (so pretty!). It was a drama about a girl named Kil Da Ran that was engaged to marry a guy named Seo Yoon Jae. The two had met at a friend's wedding by coincidence, but due to unusual circumstances, suddenly the two were engaged. However, since YJ was a busy doctor, he did not have time for DR, and that was when she met Kang Kyung Joon. He was a lonely kid, that started school at the school that DR was starting to teach at. The two also met under unusual circumstances, however at that time DR was madly in love with YJ. Since things were not going well, DR got frustrated and wanted to know how YJ felt about her. So, after KJ took her to a random place, as YJ was driving to there and KJ was leaving, the two got into an accident, and YJ saved KJ from drowning. Somehow, when the two resurfaced and made it to the hospital, KJ had returned in YJ's body and KJ's body was in a coma. There was a lot of shocks, but eventually the two made peace with the fact. However, problems arose between the real YJ and DR because there were all sorts of bad rumours about him (i.e. having an affair). Initially, DR did not believe in it, but eventually was really hurt by it and began to assume YJ did not love her. During this confusing time, KJ fell for DR and kept following her around in YJ's body. He was initially rejected by DR because of his age and since she was still in love with YJ. At that point, KJ left with YJ's mother to study and become more of an adult (basically to impress DR). When KJ returned, even DR was impressed by his new and mature self. The two continued to spend time together, and eventually DR started to have feelings for KJ. The rest of the drama explained the twisted relationship between KJ and YJ, as well as the obstacles that DR and KJ had to go through before getting the chance to be together. Overall, the drama was great, and had lots of fun and sad moments, but unfortunately, the ending left me with a bitter taste. I felt the ending was a bit rushed, and there needed to be more prologue shown about what happened with YJ coming back to life and just how DR planned to be with KJ. Although the ending was not amazing, the rest of the drama did have lots of ups and downs, and I did enjoy watching it. So, I gave this drama a 4 out of 5 stars. That's it for now.

I'm off,

- B

Smile, Dong Hae

Hey Everyone!

It has been a while! I finally finished a daily drama called Smile, Dong Hae. It took me forever, but I finally finished it! It was a pretty good drama for its length. The main plot revolved around Dong Hae, who had returned to Korea to get engaged to his girlfriend Sae Wa. However, in the meantime, Kim Do Jin was already trying to hook up with SW. Initially, SW dismissed the advances, but eventually gave in because DJ was the heir to a hotel and the "only" son of her current boss in the broadcasting station. SW was a very ambitious person, and so, she left DH the day he proposed to her. Not only that, but later, when SW was about to get hit by a car, DH went in the way and saved her life. This cost DH his speed skating career. But, even after that, she still turned him down. Meanwhile, DH was realizing that Korea keeps disappointing him. DH's mother, Anna (mentally disabled), was adopted by American parents, and so she was abandoned by Korea since her parents passed away (or so they thought). Also, DH's father left Anna before realizing DH's existence. Anna waited for "KJ", DH's father, for 27 years. At first, the audience was not sure who "KJ" was - either Lee Kang Jae (SW's in-law through her sister) or Kim Jun (DJ's father). Initially DH thought it was Lee Kang Jae, but in reality it was Kim Jun, which caused even more chaos. In the meantime, SW's friend, Lee Bongi (also Lee Kang Jae's daughter), fell in love with DH. DH gradually fell for BG as well. However, there were many struggles that DH faced after getting involved in SW's life. SW caused a lot of trouble as she continued to lie to her in-laws and husband. However, everything did come to light eventually, but DH had many obstacles in his path before finding out who his father was and who his grandparents were. In the process, many people got hurt, including KJ's wife and other son, DJ. Majority of the drama involved the theme of "the truth will always come out". The truth was definitely hard to accept, but it did come out everytime. It was a very good drama because the characters developed well and grew stronger. I especially liked Anna's character because the actress did a good job in portraying her character. I give this drama a 4.5 out of 5 stars because there were a few unanswered questions near the end. If you like watching dramas with a "happy ending", then this is for you, however there will be a lot of irritation with the "bad guy" in the process. The plot was also a bit predictable, but it was interesting to see how it all panned out. If you have lots of time, or want something to watch everyday, this drama is for you. Let me know if any of you watched this drama and what your opinions are/were on it.

Some comments in regards to the drama (SPOILERS):

- Wow did SW make my blood boil! She was such a liar! Why not just tell DH that she is seeing someone else? (but she did not actually cheat on DH)
- DJ's dad was so rude to his wife
- Predictable who father was
- All SW had to do was leave DH alone
- The guilty always feel nervous/paranoid
- So cute to kiss under the snow/under lighted trees
- Anna should have just told DH about his father; I feel the worst for DJ
- SW was the cause of all evil... *sigh*
- It's funny to see that DJ's mom became a hypocrit when she realized the truth; "you have to separate personal feelings from work"
- Very confusing to know if SW actually loved DJ
- Wow SW called herself a 'victim', DJ was definitely 'blinded by love'
- KJ was so sweet to DH (should have been a bit more to DJ though)
- I felt bad for HS though... losing everything... SW on the other hand... not so much!
- The angst in DJ really came out through the actor well... when found out about DH and grandparents
- I liked that DH chose DJ's office
- hilarious: the underwear, taking DH's underwear, drinking and hitting DH, the gay guy, when PJ caught her awake on DH's back, PJ confessing with guitar, morning sickness
- pissed when: SW left DH to get arrested, SW's mom messing with the soy beans, SW showed KJ's picture, the ring (SW's mom would not take it off), SW still lying about everything even though everyone knew the truth, SW came to prevent Anna from talking about DH to KJ, keeping KJ from meeting DH, after home from hospital, DJ's mom came to force Anna to go back to the US, stealing kimchi recipe, SW keeping Anna's mom from meeting her, when not give dress back, DJ kept the key, DJ not giving up
- unanswered questions: Where did DJ come from if KJ didn't even like his wife? Did he get married and give up Anna then want her back after having DJ? ; What happened between Anna and PJ afterwards? ; How did DJ suddenly become so friendly with DH with "hyung" and all? ; How did SW still manage to have the baby after all that? (too unrealistic in my opinion... then again so is the whole plot)

Anyways, that's it for now.

I'm off,

- B