K-DRAMA REVIEW: Signal

Title: Signal
Alternate Title: 시그널, Sigeuneol, Memories Of Murder, Salineui Chueog
Writer: Kim Eun-Hee
Director: Kim Won-Suk
Genre: Crime, Mystery, Fantasy, Supernatural
Episodes: 16

So I finally got a day off, (yaas) so I’m back for another review!

I got a number of underrated Korean drama in my list and today, I’ll be giving you an overview about the KDrama titled, “Signal” which I believe was aired along with DOTS (?) or another popular drama that was why it didn’t get the attention that this series deserves.

Plot

Hae-Young (Lee Je-Hoon) works as a criminal profiler and is also a police lieutenant. Even though he is a cop, he doesn’t trust cops due to his own past experience. Back in 2000, when Hae-Young was in elementary school, his classmate Yoon-Jung was kidnapped and later found dead. Hae-Young saw a woman taking Yoon-Jung from school that day, but the police announced that the suspect was a man. Hae-Young even went to the police station and told the police officers that he saw the kidnapper and she was a woman. The police officers though didn’t pay attention to him. The killer was never caught and her case remains unsolved to this day.

Hae-Young meets a reporter at a cafe to reveal bombshells about a celebrity scandal. Meanwhile, veteran detective Soo-Hyun (Kim Hye-Soo) is at the cafe staking out the meeting, unaware that Hae-Young is a cop. She arrests Hae-Young for stalking celebrities. While leaving the police station (the same police station he went to as a kid), Hae-Young hears someone talking to him. He looks around to find a walkie-talkie. The man who is talking to Hae-Young is Detective Jae-Han (Cho Jin-Woong). The detective though is from the year 2000 and he is investigating the disappearance of Hae-Young’s elementary school classmate. Hae-Young and Detective Jae-Han begin to communicate via the walkie-talkie.

(Source: Asianwiki.com)

My Review

I’m a sucker for dramas with Supernatural genre that is why when I saw this, I immediately watched it. Honestly, I didn’t expect much from this series but hell! This is so freaking good! I love how the story progressed and I specifically loved the thrill whenever a new case was introduced. Sorry for Park Hae Young but I personally prefer Detective Lee Jae Han even if he’s too old for me. Lol. His acting is superb and I was completely sold to him. The writer is a genius in cliff hanging the episodes that is why you cannot not watch the next episode. My favorite case was probably the case of Hae Young’s brother, Park Sun Woo. Gosh, I loved his brother Sun Woo. He was such a sweetheart. I also loved watching Cha Soo Hyun’s unrequited love towards Lee Jae Han, their backstory was magnificently delivered and I felt so bad for her because she waited for ten freaking years for Detective Lee but… damn, that moment was too heartbreaking.

I’m actually impressed on how the writer pulled this series off because this plot could have gone very badly if it wasn’t delivered right. So great job, Kim Eun Hee-nim!

Personally, I think Lee Je-Hoon’s acting here was a bit lacking but nevertheless, this series is the bomb. This freaking needs a season 2 because the major conflict (case) is actually not resolved until the end. I heard that the writer will work on this after her current project so I’m definitely waiting for it. Cliff hanging aside, the resolution is awesome! *singing tone*

If you’re skeptical on watching Signal, don’t be. Watch it. Now. You definitely won’t regret it.

Rating: 4.5/5

(the .5 is for the cliff hanging. Lol)

xxx

Janey

KDRAMA: Must-see Upcoming Korean Dramas for November 2016

So the month of November already kicked in and of course, I got to have my own personal picks among the upcoming Korean dramas for this month. And here's my list! 

3. Hwarang

Park Seo Joon, Minho and V… need I say more?

2. Legend of the Blue Sea

I’m not really a fan of Lee Min Ho but I’ll watch this because of Jun Ji Hyun! Haha! I know this will also be really entertaining because I have faith on Ji Hyun.

1. Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo

I watched the trailer and it is so freaking hilarious! I liked Lee Sung Kyung since Cheese in the Trap and I’m so happy that she finally got her first main role! Her acting is superb so I’m really looking forward to this. Not to mention that she’s paired with Nam Joo Hyuk, one of the most in-demand actors (and my one of my favs!) these days. I have high expectations! This is probably the one I’m looking forward to the most among the other upcoming Korean dramas.

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I can't wait to start watching them!

Marya ♥

UPCOMING JAPANESE LIVE ACTION MOVIES THAT I’M LOOKING FORWARD TO WATCH

8. Ani ni Aisaresugite Komattemasu

I never read the manga before but for the love of Chiba Yudai, I’ll watch it. Haha!

7. P to JK

I so love the manga. But because of the mangaka’s maternity leave, the manga was put on hold. I’m so glad that they’re making a live action adaptation. And the policeman is Kamenashi FREAKING Kazuya!

6. Fullmetal Alchemist

I don’t like Tsubasa Honda because of Aoharaido but my Yamada Ryosuke (my niban) will be playing Edward so I’m really looking forward for this!

5. Death Note: Light Up The World

After many years! Finally! This seems to be really interesting and the casts selection seems awesome! I’ve watched the trailer and I’m super excited! Plus Higashide is bae. Haha!

4.  Hirunaka no Ryuusei

This could’ve been my number one if Mamura Daiki’s character was played by Sakaguchi Kentaro but moving on, haha, I’m still looking forward to this because I like Nagano Mei. And I love Yamamori Mika-sensei and the manga so I’ll still support this even if this was my greatest heartbreak!

3. Peach Girl

I HATE the anime. So much. Momo is an indecisive bitch and I seriously hate her. Haha! But after seeing Inoo and Mackenyu in the trailer, how can I resist? HAHAHA. I’ve never seen Inoo so manly. He’s so adorable!

2. Nakimushi Pierrot no Kekkonshiki

This came out last September 2016 but since I live outside Japan, I have to wait for like 4 to 6 months for it to be translated in English. I’ve watched the trailer few months back and I’m hyped about this because of Mirai Shida. Though after watching Koe Koi and met Ryusei Ryo, I gained another reason to look forward to this!

1. Kimi to 100 Kaime no Koi

Sakaguchi Kentaro (my ichiban) is in it, need I say more? Haha! Seriously, I’m really looking forward to this! Finally! Guchitaro is the hero! The movie's theme seemed sad but what the hell! I don’t mind crying if it’s for Guchitaro. ♥

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I hope 2017 comes faster!

ANIME RECOMMENDATIONS: FALL 2016

Haikyuu!! Season 3

The 3rd season featuring the game between Karasuno and Shiratorizawa is finally here! I've read this but to see them moving is a whole new world. As usual, Haikyuu! never disappoints. 

Watch Haikyuu!! Season 3 HERE

Watashi ga Motete Dousunda (Kiss Him, Not Me)

I've also read this manga a year ago and I loved it. It was actually the reason why I became a closet Fujoshi. I love Junko-sensei's works. And all fujoshi's out there will also like this anime. I mean, Serinuma Kae is like the embodiment of how we live. Haha! You'll find yourself rolling while laughing out loud because this manga is sooo hilarious! And you'll definitely enjoy the fan service. ;)

Watch Watashi ga Motete Dousunda HERE

Natsume Yuujinchou Go

I've been waiting for this to come out for a long time. This is one of my most favorite animes of all time. No matter how much I watch this anime, I keep on watching it again and again and still wanting to watch it more in the future. This show is a feel good, calm, smooth pacing and will make you want to smile again and again type of anime. If you haven't watched the last 4 seasons, I highly encourage you to start now! AS IN, RIGHT NOW! You'll definitely won't regret it and thank me afterwards. ♥

Watch Natsume Yuujinchou Season 1 | Zoku | San | Shi | Go

Yuri!!! on Ice

I wasn't supposed to watched this as early as now because I wanted to wait until it's finished. But I've seen videos of Victor ice skating so I decided to check it out. Oh, gosh. Bless my fangirl and fujoshi feels. Haha! Victor is so freaking hot and Junichi Suwabe as his seiyuu is the bomb. I couldn't ask for more. Other characters are funny, too. Don't forget to check this out! :)

Watch Yuri!!! on Ice HERE

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Disclaimer:

This is just my personal preferences. I'm currently watching these animes and if by chance, I watch and like the other fall animes, I'll add it in this list. But right now, these guys are my personal pick and the only ones I'm following. :)