A dark thriller exposes the underbelly of monarchical splendor
Kyu Hyun Kim (qhyunkim)
The time is the Joseon dynasty -- unspecified but presumed to be around 18th century. The place is the women's quarters inside the court, entirely staffed by women and governed by their own inhumanly strict rules. In this world completely devoid of a male presence, a simple act of stealing might result in amputated hands, while falling in love with a male court officer might lead to a Grand Guignol-like semi-public execution.
A royal maid, Wol-ryung (
Seo Yeong-hee, "
Jealousy Is My Middle Name"), is found dead by hanging in a room, an apparent suicide. However, the medical officer, Cheon-ryung (
Park Jin-hee, "Spy Lee Chul-jin", "
Love Talk"), uncovers that not only was Wol-ryung murdered, but also that she recently gave birth to a child.
The supervising officer, ...
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Lee Joon-ki vs
Lee Seung-gi, the viewers choose…'
In 2008, two 'Iljimae's will find the home theater.
The SBS historical drama "Iljimae", starring
Lee Joon-ki, will air from the 21st after
"On Air". In response, MBC is airing drama "Iljimae - MBC", starring
Lee Seung-gi, at the end of the year. It is unconventional for two dramas with the same title to air on public television in the same year. Thus, it is inevitable that we compare 'Joon-ki's Iljimae' and 'Seung-gi's Iljimae'.
Lee Joon-ki's "Iljimae"
Green Snake Media, the production company of SBS "Iljimae", gave up purchasing the copyright of Ko Woo-yeong's comic due to production costs, and are using an original story based on the story of a chivalrous robber. The setting is the Chosun era, and Iljimae is faced with breaking the rules of social status and the pursuit of reform.
Actor
Lee Joon-ki, who rose to stardom with "...
MoreOn a breezy spring day in March 2008, the entertainment investigation team of Sports Khan sensed an emergency. The argument between female stars about their influence has become fierce, almost to the point of battle. Accordingly, under the supervision of Detective Choi, the entertainment investigation team had a briefing on the 'Map of Various Powerful Female Stars'. A record of the questions and answers from the briefing are provided.
Detective Choi: As you all know, we've gathered here to discuss the toppling balance of the influence of top female celebrities. Firstly, the 'super model' group has almost taken over the 'Miss Korea' group and has become the 'big sister' of the entertainment industry. Also, the new 'internet beauty' group is extended its boundaries. Contrary to these changes, the 'horror story' group is still steadily on the top.
Chairman Oh: Surprising. 'Super models' are not only tall but are growing in power? What is their weapon? Sushi knives? Wooden sticks?
Detective Choi: No. Something stronger. It's their S-line bodies and sexiness that hold men spellbound. These days, they also have great acting skills and talent, and are nullifying other influences.
Leader Kang: Even acting skills? The sun must be rising in the west. Who are the main representatives of the 'super model' group?
Detective Choi:
Han Ji-hye,
Han Ye-seul, and
Han Go-eun, who are known as the "Han sisters". Through the drama "Hateful and Lovely", which has reached 40% viewing rates,
Han Ji-hye has gathered all of Korea's women under her. ...
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