In this episode Celi and Maksu are discussing the action drama "The K2" and bitch about the privatisation of war under capitalism, private military contractors and why their use is very problematic, fairy tales, AI's, and of course the catholic church! Prepare for a wild ride! TW: DO NOT LISTEN TO THIS IF YOU'RE A FAN OF THE LATE POPE BENEDICT (R.I.P.) you might get offended... PS: If you want to learn more about all the crimes Blackwater committed in Iraq and beyond, check out Jeremy Scahill's  work (books, talks, etc...) Lots of K-Drama Love and Stay Criticaaal XX ..read more

In this final episode of season 1 Celi and Maksu reminisce about the past year and all the dramas they've watched.  Also in this episode: WWCW and a sneak preview of what you can expect in season two, which will start airing in October! Enjoy everyone and have a great summer (filled with kdramas and ice cream obsvly ..read more

PART 2 In this episode we are discussing the 2018/19 K-Drama classic Skycastle. Interestingly enough, recent discussions in Korean politics and media focus on the education sector once again, as one politician bribed professors to help his child publish an academic paper that would get her into a good university. One journalist is even using Skycastle as a reference, which highlights the big impact this drama had. In our analysis we focus on the different characters in the ‘castle’ and the education system in Korea but also more in general. Delve into the fascinating world of Skycastle with u ..read more

PART 1   In this episode we are discussing the 2018/19 K-Drama classic Skycastle. Interestingly enough, recent discussions in Korean politics and media focus on the education sector once again, as one politician bribed professors to help his child publish an academic paper that would get her into a good university. One journalist is even using Skycastle as a reference, which highlights the big impact this drama had. In our analysis we focus on the different characters in the ‘castle’ and the education system in Korea but also more in general. Delve into the fascinating world of Skycastle ..read more

CW/TW: Suicide/Death/Depression In this episode Celi and Maksu are back discussing the representation of after life and supernatural beings in Korean dramas, such as Hotel del Luna, Tomorrow, Uncanny Counter, and Goblin/The Guardian Great And Lonely God.  They are pondering over how the after life often seems to be represented as a cooperation or bureaucracy that deals with the fates of souls just like any other product is dealt with here on earth. We also touch upon some philosophical ideas behind concepts of life and death and morality.  Enjoy everyone!  ..read more

In this episode Céli and Maksu share their thoughts on the recent drama 'Business Proposal' with some discussion on Chaebol and capitalist life style, as well as a possible alternative story lines. Enjoy everyone! Note: This episode was recorded in a public park with both hosts finally being in one place, so please excuse all the background noises.  Dramas / Shows mentioned What's wrong with Secretary Kim ..read more

In this episode Céli and Maksu share their thoughts on the recent drama 'Business Proposal' with some discussion on Chaebol and capitalist life style, as well as a possible alternative story lines. Enjoy everyone! Note: This episode was recorded in a public park with both hosts finally being in one place, so please excuse all the background noises.  Dramas / Shows mentioned What's wrong with Secretary Kim ..read more

PART 1  In this episode our fabulous guest Snigdha shares parts of her recent research on representation of gwinong / gwichon women and marriage migrant women in the countryside. While many recent shows feature the gwinong women’s return to the countryside in search for a new life and self-fulfillment away from the city, the marriage migrants are largely underrepresented and stereotyped in Korean drama. We mostly discuss the movie ‘Little Forest’’ and the drama ‘Heaven’s Garden’, but many other, (more) recent dramas are mentioned and connections to our former episodes are made for exampl ..read more

PART 2 In this episode our fabulous guest Snigdha shares parts of her recent research on representation of gwinong / gwichon women and marriage migrant women in the countryside. While many recent shows feature the gwinong women’s return to the countryside in search for a new life and self-fulfillment away from the city, the marriage migrants are largely underrepresented and stereotyped in Korean drama. We mostly discuss the movie ‘Little Forest’’ and the drama ‘Heaven’s Garden’, but many other, (more) recent dramas are mentioned and connections to our former episodes are made for example Home ..read more

PART 1  In this episode our fabulous guest Snigdha shares parts of her recent research on representation of gwinong / gwichon women and marriage migrant women in the countryside. While many recent shows feature the gwinong women’s return to the countryside in search for a new life and self-fulfillment away from the city, the marriage migrants are largely underrepresented and stereotyped in Korean drama. We mostly discuss the movie ‘Little Forest’’ and the drama ‘Heaven’s Garden’, but many other, (more) recent dramas are mentioned and connections to our former episodes are made for exampl ..read more