Falling for Innocence (2015)

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Drama Falling for innocence.
Ho pensato a lungo a come descrivere questo drama senza risultare troppo banale o scontata, ma mi sono dovuta arrendere all'idea che basta una banale e scontata parola per descriverlo e cioè: MERAVIGLIOSO, questo drama è semplicemente meraviglioso!
Dopo aver esitato a lungo ho deciso di iniziarlo e con mia sorpresa l'ho adorato. Falling for innocence ti fa ridere, piangere (molto), ma soprattutto ti fa "battere il cuore" innumerevoli volte. Ha un po' di azione, suspense, un pizzico di fantasy e il famoso e onnipresente triangolo amoroso (o potrebbe essere un quadrato in questo caso). Tra intrighi, lotte per il potere, vendette e redenzione, la storia mi ha praticamente tenuta incollata allo schermo per tutto il tempo senza mai annoiarmi. Per non parlare della parte romantica che mi ha fatto emozionare e sospirare innumerevoli volte. Da ciò è facilmente intuibile che Falling è una continua corsa sulle montagne russe delle emozioni ...
Per quanto riguarda i personaggi li ho amati praticamente tutti ma il mio cuore l'ha senza dubbio rubato il protagonista. Kang Min Ho è freddo, cattivo, stronzo e insensibile, calpesta tutto e tutti senza il minimo rimorso e non si preoccupa di chi fa soffrire. Ma in realtà tutto ciò è solo una facciata perché non è altro che un uomo ferito e solo, che è stato tradito dalla sua stessa famiglia.
La sua evoluzione è sorprendente e meravigliosa al tempo stesso: il modo in cui cambia per amore fa sognare, ma soprattutto fa sognare il modo in cui guarda la sua Kim Soon Jung. Non sa nulla dell'amore e guardarlo "imparare" a corteggiarla è stato esilarante e tenero allo stesso tempo. La frase "Tu sei un dono nella mia vita" penso che faccia capire bene la portata dei suoi sentimenti verso Soon Jung.
Kim Soon Jung è una donna forte, coraggiosa, che non ha paura di dire ciò che pensa. Si batte per aiutare le persone che ama e dà tutta se stessa nel suo lavoro. Subisce una grande perdita ma questo non le impedisce di continuare ad avere un sorriso e parole di conforto per tutti, soprattutto per il suo Min Ho, che sostiene e incoraggia continuamente.
Un altro bellissimo personaggio è quello della poliziotta "Wendy". Anche lei forte e coraggiosa, lotta ed è determinata a risolvere un caso che tocca da vicinissimo lei e Kim Soon Jung.
E poi c'è lui, il cattivo di turno, un vero lupo travestito da agnello, anche se la sua maschera cadrà abbastanza presto. Di solito mi sforzo di capire il perché e cosa spinge il cattivo a comportarsi come tale, ma in questo caso dopo un po' ho gettato la spugna e l'ho semplicemente odiato, anzi il mio odio cresceva in maniera proporzionale alle sue malefatte (che credetemi sono state tante e una in particolare davvero ignobile).
Ruolo importante è giocato anche dalle ost davvero molto carine tra cui spicca la mia preferita: Paradise di Davink.
Quindi consiglio Falling for innocence? ASSOLUTAMENTE SI, perché attraverso tutti i suoi 16 episodi non c'è mai stato un momento in cui non abbia vissuto emozioni diverse: shock, felicità, dolore, tristezza e gioia. Sia che si sia trattato di una risata, di un pianto o di urla allo schermo, questo drama mi ha fatto sempre "sentire" e provare qualcosa.

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Don't look at the promo picture, its a lot better than that, and worth watching.

It's not a rom com, in fact in parts it's pretty dark, about betrayal in friendships and business.
So it is a bit of a murder mystery, business boardroom drama, and a romance where the ML changes. The script is pretty good and manages to handle most of this in an almost perfect mix, even though fairly early on who the villain is, and I had worked out almost all of the plot from the Ep2.
The two male leads are what made this for me, plus the experienced charector actors who all good, and given good roles.
Jung Kyung-ho, who is an amazing comic actor was able to show make the change believable, in what for me is the fantasy part. and Hyun-min Yoon was in a role I had never seen him play, which was refreshing. The 2nd couple were sweet and not irritating, and I liked the running joke.
The huge problem I have is the FL was written as a good submissive woman who something terrible happens, and she just does nothing, she is a blank page. It was just not believable.
In all it's a pretty easy watch.

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not a masterpiece but I was surprisingly hooked.

the main picture advertising this drama is misleading . the storyline in simple but it is not a "romantic comedy" as depicted.

there is a sort of romantic triangle ( not really) but is more on the tragic side than the comedic one.

the story revolves around the main fl whose is engaged to a police officer.
they both share a common friend which has always being in love with the main protagonist.

the police officers loses his life but his heart gets transplanted into the FL's boss.

the drama mainly revolve around the this "heart" and the wrongdoings big corporation are willing to commit in order to make money.

this series has not really big explosive moments but it manages to keep you entertained until the last single episode which is not a given for Korean dramas. they usually tend to fizzle off near to end but this was interesting enough.

the acting is good even though I personally didn't feel any "romantic connection" between the main actors. it looked like they were comfortable with each other bu no sparks detected.

overall is a good watch.

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Drama, Suspense with a Fluffy Romance

I love the storyline concept of chemical memory after a heart transplant. I knew the heart transplant was coming but I didn’t anticipate all the ramifications that came with it. FOI is a compelling drama and it will draw you in right away. The plot seems to drag on a little with a villain that keeps on giving. I will say this, Yoon Hyun Min makes a great villain. His portrayal of Lee Joon Hee will bring all your emotions to the forefront. He is such a good villain that it will be hard for me to see him in any other role.

The twists and turns will keep you guessing. Suspense never ending and a romance you think will never happen with capture all romantic junkies (like me). It wasn’t a smoldering romance, it was just nice.

The FL and the ML were both great in this suspense/drama with a fluffy ending romance. Give it a try.

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Exploring the concept of cellular memory

8/10 is my rating. This is a 2015 South Korean drama that ran for 16 episodes (~60 minutes/episode). The male lead, Min-Ho (Jung Kyoung-Ho) is a cut-throat businessman who works for a company that forces mergers and buys up assets on failing businesses. His near psychotic practices has earned him the nickname the serial killer. His life goal has been to get revenge on his uncle who cheated his family out of assets when his father died by taking over the company Min-Ho's father created. The female lead, Soon-Jung (played by Kim So-Yeon) is a senior secretary whose father was part of the power structure who enabled Min-Ho's uncle to gain control of the company when Min-Ho's father died. His father ran a large company, but his death led to his uncle taking over the company. Soon-Jung has lived her life caring about other people and the company she has dedicated her life to more than herself. Her please to Min-Ho to save the innocent factory workers fall on deaf ears until Min-Ho literally has a change of heart.

Spoiler 🚨 It was interesting to explore the issue of cellular memory and a thought that perhaps memories could be stored in areas other than the brain. There have been a couple of cases that have been hard to dismiss as coincidence in real life although mainstream science does not embrace the concept. This is a heavy show. There is romance, murder mystery and corporate intrigue which makes it interesting and keeps you engaged. I was really worried about how it would end and was convinced that it may not end well. It ended up okay though. I liked the interaction and relationship between a variety of the characters.

Most ratings are in the high 8s out of 10 and I would agree with that. I would add, however, it is not light hearted and those that are easily saddened by events in media might consider timing when they watch this (don't think it will cheer you up - the topics are much heavier than that).

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Mixed feelings about this

First of all, the poster is so misleading. You might think "Oh, another drama with a love triangle" but that is not all the case. Also, you might think you're about to watch one of the funniest dramas ever. I agree, there are some funny moments, mostly because Jung Kyung-ho is so good in these kind of roles, other than that, is a very serious drama.

The most interesting part of this is finding out the truth about the murder. The last 2 episodes had a lot of suspense! I thought the change of personality after a heart transplant is quite over the top but after doing a bit of research, it is true, so interesting.

I'm one of those people who didn't see at all the chemistry between Jung Kyung-ho and Kim So-yeon, at one point I didn't even care if they were going to end up together or not.

The music worked very well.

I'm not saying I regret watching it, I'm glad I gave it a shot, but there were so many moments which could be shortened. 10-12 episodes would've been enough, that's why my rewatch value is 4.

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Far from reality but cute

I liked it.
The story has a good premise, as someone could changed is behaviour and personality due to a transplant of a muscle.

It gave me chills just to imagine the business war in Korea! Lots of corruption, backstabbing, etc ...

The romance between Soon Jun and Min Ho is interesting. Don't understand how couldn't she find out that his actions seemed like someone else ..

The plot I didn't like it. The sabotage, the international enterprise, etc.

PLOT - interesting but that is it.

ACTING - good acting from almost everyone. Didn't know the actors but I like the performance...

OST - I really cannot remember any music

REWATCH - maybe some scenes with Min Ho and Soon Jun.

OVERALL - if you like a romantic story that is mixed in a so and so plot this is good

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I gotta say, I enjoyed it very much! Especially Kang Min Hos character development (Jung Kyung Ho for LIFE). I have got to give credits for Kim Sung Jong though. She literally went through hell: her fiance died, she was lowkey bullied by her boss, then her childhood and best friend outted himself as a complete asshole, then she was loved by her boss, then she found out that all of that affection she has felt for him might have been because he has the heart of her fiance in his body, then she decides to love him nonetheless after he nearly died. Then she found out that the company she worked for her whole life might go bankrupt, then she found out that her friggin ex-bestfriend killed her fiance aka his best friend. And then her boyfriend nearly dies again. Bruv, respect. She has been an amazing female lead. An intelligent, sensitive, responsible women. I love her.
Tbh, I did not expect Joon Hee to be this much of an asshole. I mean he isn't even just an ass, he definitely has some psycho in him. When he said that it was BECAUSE he was best friend that he killed him, I was just so speechless. DuDE, he wanted to protect you from getting even more evil you dumbass. Greed indeed took over this guy and I am glad that he got his punishment. Though I wished Golden Partner to go down as well, so I guess Joon Hee words do have some truth in it. But even powerful people will someday get what they deserve.
Wendy and Tinkerbell, weird comparison, but their relationship was so legit and fun, ugh I just loved them separately so much, but together it is even better. The duo of Woo Shik and Minho is so iconic, make it into a trio with Wendy UNFORGETTABLE.

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“The heart cannot be controlled by the mind”

The first half of this show is great. It’s still strong as it goes along. But the big reveal somehow seemed unsatisfying. Of course there are some moments when they hit the nail on the head with the feels but other times I just felt disconnected. It’s mainly Sung Joon’s character. I feel like we don’t get to experience what she’s thinking. Her decision making feels detached. The most impactful moments are when Min Ho doesn’t know whose heart he now possesses. I was glad that the show explored togetherness. I still would’ve liked the drama to explore more how the two would navigate a relationship. But I suppose the general feels is that love conquers all.

Min Ho

Min Ho is a funny character.

“I’m going to send you flowers until I die!”

He plays the sinister as well as he does the comedy. I really love how naturally he talks, the way he mucks around, and he’s so darn quirky.

“What kind of charms do you have exactly? You are only as tall and skinny as me, like anchovies.”

Despite Min Ho’s doubts about his romancing, he does it quite naturally. Min Ho is such an adorable sap when he’s in love.

“But I’m a little sad. I thought this feeling was very special and precious.”

“This special feeling, I wish it was mine.”

“Come hell or high water, I am going to love you.”

I like that from the start Min Ho looks at Sung Joon in a very intense way.
He is rather vulnerable around her when he’s not being a jackass. It’s so strange.
If it wasn’t for Sung Joon’s gentle persistence and belief in him, he would be such a douche. But she rounds him out nicely. Makes him human.

“Either way Director, you’re not a bad person. You’re just hurt on the inside.”

Min Ho has a few great lines.

“It’s not my fault.”

“But I liked you because you’re you, Kim Soon Jung. I just wanted to tell you that.”

“I didn’t have a need to love because I didn’t have a next time for me.”

Joon Hee
Joon Hee is the bad guy. But he is also the kicked puppy.

“Joon Hee and I don’t have any family. If we don’t take care of each other, nobody will do it. We have lived this way for all our lives.”

This would be nice if it were true. But Joon Hee still has a dad who Joon Hee kicks all the time. Also, Sung Joon still had a dad into adulthood.

Dong Wook
“As I’ve always told you, happiness may seem to just pass by, but sadness passes by as well.”
Dong Wook is the honest and straightforward fiancee. I really liked how well he knew Sung Joon.
After he dies, it’s actually really sad to see where his heart leads him and how his heart reacts in his new body.
It actually is really romantic how Dong Wook’s love for Sung Joon is so strong that it’s biological.
At first I thought it was miserable that his romance gets lost in Min Ho’s blooming relationship with Sung Joon. But in a way, Min Ho gets his comeuppance by forever having Dong Wook live through him in the little things.

Sung Joon
Sung Joon is a cool character. I love how unfazed she is by Min Ho’s brusqueness and bullying.
She doesn’t have family but her fiancee’s family loves her.
Sung Joon is stalwart. She is steady and doesn’t let her emotions get the best of her. She’s one of those scary secretaries that know how to keep a straight face.
Anything that happens in life, she’s ok. Fiancee dead? Fine. End of her career? Fine.
Sung Joon is an amazing secretary who really looks out for her company and her bosses’ best interests.
I love her direct politeness. How feisty she is even while being impeccably respectful.
The only thing I didn’t like about her was her moralistic, over righteous behaviour. Sometimes it seemed out of place and forced.
Other than that, I loved how insightful she is.
Most times her feelings towards Min Ho are unclear but I like that she says this, “No matter how serious the situation is, you always make me laugh.” And I could see that was definitely a big part of their relationship.

Dong Wook’s Dad
He’s a great guy and a real lovely Ahjussi. “My son’s death wasn’t completely meaningless.”

He has many beautiful moments in the drama.
“My heart knew then. There’s something about this guy! That’s the relationship between a parent and a child.”

“Maybe you love those two in different ways.”

But he’s also really funny too with the way he interacts with Min Ho.

“This used to be my son’s favourite dish! I guessed it correctly!”
“Why are you looking for vicarious satisfaction from someone else’s son? How perverted.”

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Queen of the bow

I was initially intrigued with how graceful and beautiful her bow was. There is just something about it that is a step above all the rest. I don't know if it was be design for hers to stand out or if hers was just so naturally superior.

The storyline was a decent villain to hero. What I have never seen or read before was a hero to villain storyline. I thought it was just going to be a 3 way love battle between the deceased fiance, the loyal friend, and the scumbag gone good to get the girl.

I also liked that the FL stayed true to her character throughout and would redraw rather than fight. Finally, my personality type being represented. Except for the slap. I would have got PAID. You hear me, PAID!! 🤣🤣🤣

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