![]() ![]() The result is a charming mixture of vulnerability and strength which is profoundly feminine. Besides her doing most of her stunts, she studied the North dialect, voice intonation and poses. I've read some arguing that a north Korean soldier can't be so girly and trusting in the matters of the heart, but her multiple layers are what make Hang A the incredibly believable character I fell in love with, and Ha Ji Won the awesome actress she is. Ha Ji Won is wonderful, to say the least. Everyone has done such a brilliant job, I'm in awe. Standing ovation for the performance of the entire cast. The action scenes are believable and thrilling. Direction is splendid, very film-like, playing on grand-angle and close-up shots, on colours, light and dark. This said, the writers managed to create an ensemble of wonderful characters who touch the heart, and always thought-provoking dialogues. I am aware some of the scenarios are controversial to say the least, but if you give a look at the way international politics works, you'll see that - alas - it's a lot more plausible than we would like to admit. Two words about script and direction: the first is one of the most consistent I've come across, never deviating from reality even when the setting is fictional. There isn't even an ounce of fluff: if this is what you're looking for, King 2 Hearts is not for you. So to me this is a truly romantic drama, in the classical sense of the word, full of awe, suspense and heartbreak. The comedy is there, mainly in the beginning, and it is a clever sort of fun, but it's devoid of the usual comedic tropes, and it always has a black undertone - which I personally adore. Don't expect a rom-com, or you'll be disappointed. It's obviously a love story too, but I'm glad this is only partly the focus of the drama. This story is the growth of a group of people, from biased to understanding, and most of all is the birth of a king worth of this name. But it highlights the best virtues too: loyalty, friendship, courage, honesty, responsibility towards the people we love. It plays on prejudices and the rotten nature of politics, sparing no one: the arrogance of the western world, the obtuseness of military regimes, the cowardice of politicians, the corruptive power of money no matter where. It raises issues which require a level of maturity, as well as a huge dose of emotional strength. It is so because it fully responds to what I ask a work of fiction: not just to entertain me, but to make me feel. I had promised myself to never say this, but rules are made to be broken: King 2 Hearts is the best drama I have ever watched. This drama hit me like a tsunami of emotions and has left me bruised in so many places I'm in dire need of a strong tonic ![]() Rewatch Value 10 I apologize in advance for the length of what follows. Can these two learn to settle their differences for the sake of Korea? Edit Translation As part of the negotiation process, he and Kim Hang Ah find themselves betrothed to each other. One day, calamity strikes the South Korean royal family, and Lee Jae Ha finds himself on the throne in the midst of negotiations between North and South Korea for ending the war. Though he seems perfect on the outside, Lee Jae Ha is actually very materialistic and blunt about his own desires. His personality reflects his royal position, with refined humor and a handsome face however, he has little interest in pursuing politics. Lee Jae Ha is the prince of South Korea’s monarchy. Pure and candid, Kim Hang Ah’s goal is to fall in love and get married. With stamina, training tactics, and strength in all areas, she is the perfect female soldier however, she has never fallen in love. Kim Hang Ah is a legendary top female instructor working for North Korea’s elite special forces unit. ![]()
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