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I have to say this drama was one of those dramas that have an ending that you would have to use your imagination of what happens next. I loved all the actors and the humor was entertaining. However, the ending did break my heart. I wish they could've gotten married, but I'm just gonna have to believe he gets her out of the netherworld and they have a happy ending. Korean dramas with these types of genres really like to have an ending where you would have to use your imagination. First Memories of Alhambra now this, my poor heart. Was this review helpful to you?
CAST: The cast was a plus to me because I love Lee Seung Gi ever since My girlfriend is a Gumiho and Gu Family Book and it was the first time for me to see this Oh Yeon Soo acting and she did really well and plus she's pretty too! The chemistry was great as well (you can see it in their kissing scene), also I liked the supporting characters especially Ma Wang, I think he was the one with the best character development in this show.
MUSIC: Well, I really love their songs and everytime I remember Hwayugi the songs keeps on replaying on my head over and over again, I even had all of the song on my phone! hahahha whenever I go on a trip it was one of my go to songs LOL!
REWATCH VALUE: Yeah, for me I would rewatch this just because I love the interaction of Ma Wang and Son Oh Gong!! HAHA (sometimes I even root for the BROMANCE rather than their leading ladies, HAHAHAHA - sorry I have this thing for yaoi lol even in Goblin too the bromance is strong on that one as well)
OVERALL: 9/10 - I was a bit conflicted on what overall score to give, I would have rated it higher had it had a better ending than that... it would have been lower if not for Ma Wang and Oh Gong LOL
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Proming plot, Great acting by Lee Seung-Gi with a few minor issues
This series falls into the well-known k-drama category of fantasy with elements of religious myths and tales, so if this is your thing you will probably quite enjoy the ride. Starring established actor Lee Seung Gi, it was actually the first work of his that I ever watched and his acting was a revelation for me, as well as, I feel like, one of the main selling points of the drama. The plotline starts off very promising and develops quite naturally as the episodes pass, keeping you invested and guessing 'till the very end, which is something I quite appreciate in dramas like this. The main romance doesn't feel forced and the relationships between the characters actually seem realistic, despite them actually belonging in a fantasy realm.The only problem I had, really, with this drama is the length of it. I feel like 20 episodes is a lot, considering the story felt like it was dragging a little after the first half and featured a few unnecessary parts, in my opinion. Also, I have to say that the main actress, though quite looking the part, felt a bit stiff to me, especially when unavoidably comparing her acting to Lee Seung Gi's.
Overall, I quite liked the series, the production was very well done and the plot is worth a watch, though I wouldn't include it to my list of favourites ever.
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I still remember when after 4 episodes they announced they will stop the production because someone in the staff members got injured...yo won't belive me but I got depressed to the point of not being able to sleep yeah truth
This drama gave me the same vibes like Goblin but in his way was still different
I really like to watch supernatural love stories and here they had all kind of powers...
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What I liked:•Son oh gong (the character), I really loved his character- strong, troublemaker, "I won't fear for anyone" attitude.
And Li seung gi portrayed that character really well.
•Bromance between Son Oh Gong and Ma Wang.
What I hated:
•Jin seon mi (the character):
She had seen ghosts her entire life so, She could have learned martial arts or other supernatural things to survive from them.
She had only dialogues in the entire drama. Always calling "Son oh gong" and demad him to protect her and also feeling guilt.
Dumb, Naive, innocent. Her character doesn't really suited this drama.
Either She shouldn't had to give guemggango or she should be acted tough without feeling guilty. It's for her survival so it's not selfish.
It can be better if her character was cold, arrogant and strong enough to protect herself.
•Soo many sub-plots:
They could have focused more on real villainess and the sub-plots could have just used to fill some remaining holes.
Half a drama focused only on killing ghosts, then after some episodes, Ah Sa Nyeo and Kang dae sung were introduced.
•The Ending:
Jin Seon Mi's death was totally a suicide. She either didn't kill the black dragon or did something useful. She rushed and get killed. Her death was useless.
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Watching the drama was an enjoyable journey. The various genres mixed in the drama gave a new way of thinking about various elements. It was scary right to the point, it was sweet right to the point, fantasy on the right amount. So there is no other thing to say. Everything was pleasant.
For the casting, in the beginning, I was afraid that the woman main lead was Oh Yeon Seo, but the story and her acting made me overcome my prejudice on her from other projects and programs. For Lee Seung Gi I had no suspicion on how he would be representing and delivering the character and story to the viewers. He confirmed one more time how capable he is.
I suggest to everyone that is interested in fantasy and horror dramas without forgetting romance on the way.
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Go on and try it !
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Overall, the side characters were really amusing and they brought light into a show that would have been otherwise boring.
((They say i need 500 words so here I am trying to lengthen this why does it feel like those word limits for school essays))
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To put it simply,this drama is about a few characters who try to catch some evil spirits.You throw in some bipolar romance,a very poorly depicted/acted/you name it heroine and some apparent "deepness"about some important life lessons(who fall appart when you try to think more about it) and some veeeery poorly explained fantasy events,connections and support characters(which again,if you think too deeply ,your brain explodes because it makes no sense whatsoever) and BOOM,you have hwayugi.The Hong sisters could have taken the best parts out of Journey to the West and made it into an awesome drama,but noooooo,let's take a very important piece of asian literature and write a drama with a plot as tiny as an ant.
The part that pisses me off the most is that it was announced as one of the biggest dramas of the year.SAY WHAT?Think again.
In conclusion,please don't watch it.Don't waste 20 hours of your life on it.
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No matter how lacking it is in some areas it is way better than goblin, in my opinion. And what I really love about it is that it made me laugh a lot, the writing is actually good, and the song are modern but beautiful. I’m someone who doesn’t usually like modern songs but I love the ost.
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Beautiful! Has fabulous & talented cast all sights for sore eyes!
This was my first time seeing Lee Seung Gi act and I was smitten. Never have I ever seen someone rock that hairstyle in the same way. No one can do it better, while Park Sae Roy in Itaewon Class came close, he still ranks second. Normally, I do not like characters who dress like Son Oh Kong, not because of the clothes but because very few can pull it off, especially as well as he did. The character was just wow!Cha Seung Won's Ma Wang was just as incredible to watch. He is another actor that I enjoy watching. The plot was simply perfect. Since I have just watched it for 2nd time and am more happy with it this time around, I can't find fault.
During my first watch, I was frustrated with the ending, but seeing how motivated Son Oh Gong in getting Jin Seon Mi back, I'm 100% sure he succeeded. Would I love to watch a second season with him following her to netherland and rescuing her in the process? Hell yes, but I don't mind that it wont' be coming since I have gotten my closure.
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One classic
Without a doubt, A Korean Odyssey is the best fantasy K-drama I've ever watched in my entire life. The story is totally captivating as are all the characters.I died and laughed (and cried even more), it's definitely a light drama to pass the time. The kind of K-drama that you watch and don't even realize that fifteen episodes have already passed.
I admit to watching it whenever I can, and I made everyone in my family watch it too lol
I sincerely hope that A Korean Odyssey gets much more recognition in the future, because like it or not, not many people know a drama as good as this one.
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