I’m going to participate in the Asian Drama Lunie Awards that starts today, because it seems like a lot of fun thinking about all of the categories. Mine will be only kdramas though …
Day 1: funniest scene
I can’t think of one particular scene, so I’m going to mention two shows that made me laugh out loud every single episode: Mr. Queen and Yumi’s cells.
One of the funniest historicals I've ever watched. So glad it's funny enough to support subtitle use!
List of asian dramas* (now that I see it, these are all kdramas) I've watched this year
#ExtraordinaryAttorneyWoo
#LoveInTheMoonlight
#MrQueen
#TheKingsAffection
And now I started #MrSunshine
it all started with Extraordinary Attorney Woo bc autistic and I was curious about the depiction and now... well, here I am.
*not-BL, those are on the other list: https://blorbo.social/@carm_kuryakin/111455732919489824
@IkkleGemzUniverse
One of my all time favorites! It’s so unexpected.
My 2 favorite historicals so far are these - with links to my “reviews” so you can see why I liked them.
Mr. Queen - https://techhub.social/@whoosh/110572935179158991
Sungkyunkwan Scandal - https://techhub.social/@whoosh/110941431437646789
Luckily I made redundant uploads, and it is also on YouTube. Now I have had to figure out how to embedd You Tube videos again. I hope they still stream and don't force relocating off of AO3.
I hate when my vids get cut. I hate it.
If you are interested, these are the vids that got cut.
FIRST
#MrQueen Gun
#kDrama
Mr. Queen (2020 - Viki, 20 1hr 15min episodes)
I really didn't know what to expect going into this drama. It turned out to be one of the funniest, sweetest, vicious, and intriguing dramas yet for me. It is hilarious, but I also cried! Shin Hye-sun is so good as a male chef from current times in the Joseon period - I don’t know how she did it, but it was totally believable. I did not like the King at first, but his character really grew on me. The chemistry between the leads is also great. It is such an original story I couldn't begin to guess how everything would resolve. The supporting characters were so good.
One of my favorites of all time! It has great music and beautiful costumes and scenery along with such an interesting story and superb acting.
#kDrama #MrQueen #ShinHyeSun #KimJungHyun #SeolInAh #WhooshReview
The Himbo King in Mr Queen deserves a place in the Regional Himbo Ruler Pantheon right up there next to Paco The Himbo Mayer in 30 Coins / 30 Monedas.
But wait, there's more...
Every time the queen on "Mr. Queen" winks, there's a special effects "ding!" sound... and now I want that when I wink, too.
Glad to know that I’m not the only one with binging tendencies.
I had only seen Lee Jong Suk in “Romance is a Bonus Book” before. I’m thoroughly enjoying him in this character. Depending on the ending, I can see W becoming a rewatch favorite.
And yes, the Dr. Romantic kiss was *wow*, but I loved him falling asleep at their desks holding her hand…..
#kDrama
Now I am on to my next 3 dramas.
W: WOW! Loving this one! It’s a unique story and the actors are wonderful. Having to control a binge here. (on eps 9)
Dr. Romantic: My first medical drama & I’m loving it too. Again stellar acting and I’m finding it very different in a good way from American medical dramas. (on eps 7)
Mr. Queen: Just started this one, but so many LOL moments - hilarious! Can’t wait to watch more. (on eps 3)
The Korean show "Mr. Queen" is absolutely amazing. The acting is AMAZING, especially Hye-Sun Shin. I wasn't expecting much, but this is top-tier production quality. Also, I already thought I was getting a good length show, but each of those 20 episodes is over an hour, and some are closer to 1.5 hours. Not a complaint.
Making a much needed escape into #Kdrama #MrQueen this weekend. My heart hasn't stopped fluttering thanks to #KimJungHyun . #distraction #selfcare #Netflix #NoTouchPrincess