Goblin (2016)

After watching Goblin, I find that the thing I love the most about it is the chemistry between the cast members, and not just the main couple but, for example, between Gong Yoo and Lee Dong Wook. I think that the OST is very very nice, and at times when I heard it in the background, I felt that it was suitable and made the scene even better. I feel that the story is quite unique and the uniqueness of it was handled well. Although I didn't love the ending all that much, I really loved the general story and the process to which the ending ws reached, thus I would definitely recommend this drama to anyone who wants to watch it.

TLDR: The story was great, the ending ok, amazing chemistry, would recommend

Read More

Binge Worthy && then just Re-Watch It

Don't hesitate just DO It!

This entire series is my all-time favorite, my number one! I have been trying to refrain from watching this again because the first time around nothing really filled the void once this show was over. I digress, this show has everything you could ever want, comedy, romance, drama, excitement, evil, character development. It is a masterpiece.!

The OTS .... this OTS... IS PHENOMENAL. I can listen to the songs in my car while on my way to work. The songs just fit so well with the series and just provide a heightened viewing experience.

The cast as a whole cohesive was fantastic. They worked so well together and made sure the viewer hated, loved, and cried with them every time the experienced something new. Their craftsmanship just seemed so genuine and was quite entertaining to watch.

I never give any spoilers in my reviews and so I won't reveal the ending, but I will tell you that this show no matter the ending is worth watching. I appreciate the journey this show took me on and the emotional rollercoaster it was.

Read More

Goblin, I have been anxious to see this but couldn't find it but they have it under another name "Guardian: The Lonely and Great God". I researched both the two main leads, Gong Yoo and Kim Go Eun. I must say Gong Yoo is NOT BAD at all. I can understand why everything that they say about you being one of Korea's best actors. Well, here is my 4th best kisser! I can understand why you said you were tired after doing this movie, you put your heart into this one. For a minute I thought Kim Go Eun might've been too young for you but I was surely shocked to know this actress was 28 years old. She is aging well, she looks like a teenager. She did very well in this as well. The other 3 main leads, in - Yoo In Na who played Sunny, Yook Sung Jae who played Yoo Deok Hwa, and Lee Dong Wook who played the Grim Reaper; this TVDrama couldn't be done without all of you. You all were fantastic and great acting! The visual effects were well done but I would have loved to have seen more. I still gave it a 10 rating because of the storyline and the acting performance. The music was also very good on the ears.

NOTE: I can hardly wait for Deng Lun's remake of "Goblin". It seems like it has many remakes!

Read More

Been wanting to watch this drama for a while and finally managed to finish marathon it now. Since I'm the type to get easily put off over a series if there's way too much hype over a series by fandom to the point that it dampens one's mood to keep watching. So I'm glad that I finally able to enjoy this drama properly. It's great to be able to enjoy the series without having the pressure to have to like it just because a lot of people also love the drama.

Anyway, I always love a fantasy-themed drama, and Goblin also combined two narratives from the Goryeo period and the modern period and turned it into a beautiful love story. That was enough to make the story interesting and I really love how the writing flows beautifully to flawlessly integrate the three elements into a great story. That aside, I love how well the characters were written to be so endearing and well-loved. I especially love the secondary love story between the Grim Reaper and Sunny as well as the complicated relationship between Grim Reaper and the Goblin. Which made one can't help but keep tuning in to see how the three characters, whose relationships extended past several lifetimes could reconcile with each other once they realize each other's identities.

That aside, it was really endearing to see a shy and timid goblin being paired with an awkward and adorable drama-loving grim reaper as they try to figure out their places in the world and find out the purpose of their existence while paving their own 'happy endings'.

Read More

This drama hit me on a different level.
It is very emotional and loving. I have never cried or think this much about ANY kdrama before and trust me I;ve watched A LOT of dramas before.

JUST WATCH IT. YOU WILLLL NEVVERR REGRET A THInmgg

Even though the age gap is kinda weird, it is how it is to be.
Also Grim Reaper is kinda cute i thought it would be like a typical love triangle or something but this hit straight on.
THE PLOT IS SO AMAZSINGNNGN. it goes back detally back in the times and their past lives contributing to the detail of their old lives.

Read More

When all just comes together with perfection a symphony is born.

OK Guys, this is my first time ever to write a review but that one is worth it to me and it really doesn't need a second thoughts to watch it I'm telling you guys that drama has everything from laughter to sadness to heart worming love to suspense, will there to many things to put it in a simple review but I'm just saying the story and the acting and the filming came together in the right time the music marge in and they make a wonderful combination and the camera work with slowing the time at the right moment it just breathtaking. Watch it and you will see what I'm trying so hard to describe in that review and know it doesn't do justice by it.
thank you.
M.G.Shanab

Read More

I haven't been able to find anything that I love as much as Goblin. Literally the only complaint I can think of is that the story drags a little bit when I wanted more elsewhere, so I wish that time was used a little better, but it's really only a criticism when compared to itself because the story is mostly amazing and well paced.

Other than that, I can't think of anything I would change. The acting is amazing, the styling and cinematography is gorgeous, and the OST is hands down my favorite of any drama.

Don't let the age gap freak you out, it serves a metaphorical purpose in the story (the motif of the seasons) and we as the viewers know that no one is being taken advantage of.

This is one of those shows I have to stop myself from comparing every other show to, because if I did, very few things would measure up.

Read More

The acting was solid in this. Gong Yoo's portrayal of Kim Shin was excellently done, especially in the finale. Deep emotions yet not emo throughout.

Second lead relationship definitely more ship-worthy than the first lead relationship in this drama.

To me the story dragged, the chemistry was quietly simmering throughout in a beautifully shot drama. Rather than situational conflicts, the drama was more about character interactions so relied more heavily on proper acting. Fortunately, the leads were well-cast and met those expectations.

Had to force myself to finish this one. To me slightly overrated but still a good show and worth watching if you have time on your hands.

Read More

Perhaps, The most popular drama these days .. Goblin is everything you'd want in a drama .. joy , sorrow , love and separation .. the cast is perfect and nothiing less ... Gong Yoo as Kim Shin will make you woe for him in each and every episode and Lee Dong wook is just the cutest thing you'll find one the face of the earth . Kim Go eun is kinda hated for this character and received a lot of mean comments saying "she's ugly " and all , and let me say this .. everyone who said are just envious idiots , that's all . Her character is really good and the chemistry between them is just awe-some! Lee dong wook and Yoo In Na's relationship is cute and yoo in na (sunny)'s character is kinda that lovable character but you wish she'd be better idk what to say about her :3 The story has a great flow and very very high re-watch value .. trust me every comedy , romantic scene can be watched everyday and you'd still not get bored .

Read More

Not Great, But Still Very Good

I did enjoy this drama. The cast was flawless! Its not often that a drama's lead and second lead couples are equally strong and with the added bonus of a bromance that was every bit as compelling as the romances. The story is beautiful and well told, yet something about it just misses the mark for me.

I guess I didn't quite understand why the Goblin was being punished so severely. And is it me, but was there A LOT of crying? I felt like I cried A LOT. I don't mind "the feels", but by episode 9 it started to feel almost gratuitous. Goblin had many funny scenes as well. The casting was superb! But was there one episode where at least one character did not cry?

I must mention that the OST is AMAZING and definitely contributed to "the feels". I looked forward to hearing Never Far Away each and every episode. 16 episodes was perfect and Gobllin is definitely worth a watch, but this is not a drama I would rewatch, not even for certain scenes. Solid drama, but it's one and done for me.

Read More