Every person in the world can relate to having some good days and some bad days. While the good days usually come and go unnoticed, the bad days feel like they will never end. When everything is falling apart, you don't feel like doing anything, and the only thing you want to do is lie in bed surrounded by snacks, that's when the television comes into play.
Luckily, with the wide range of shows available in movies, there is a whole list of genres and titles that everyone would enjoy. However, if you're looking for stories about realistic people in realistic situations, just like you, check out these 10 K-dramas and pick the one that hits the spot.
My Mister (2018)
The secret of My Mister's constant intrigue lies in the way the characters are written to be gray. The story of an unlikely friendship between Dong Hoon, a corrupt worker...
Luckily, with the wide range of shows available in movies, there is a whole list of genres and titles that everyone would enjoy. However, if you're looking for stories about realistic people in realistic situations, just like you, check out these 10 K-dramas and pick the one that hits the spot.
My Mister (2018)
The secret of My Mister's constant intrigue lies in the way the characters are written to be gray. The story of an unlikely friendship between Dong Hoon, a corrupt worker...
- 5/19/2024
- by virginia-singh@startefacts.com (Virginia Singh)
- STartefacts.com
Leading Japanese TV producer Morii Akira and South Korea’s J.Q. Lee are joining forces to create an action-driven series built around a protagonist with special powers.
The pair are both currently riding high, developing or producing additional seasons for their recent hit shows. Morii is currently working on a third season of Netflix original, dystopian series “Alice in Borderland.” Lee is working on Season 2 of Korean hit “All of Us Are Dead.”
The untitled new series is pitched as “an action-packed spectacular drama, featuring a protagonist with unique abilities never before seen in movies or Japanese comics [and] promising an unprecedented viewing experience,” the pair said.
A long-form story arc is being completed before being fleshed out into episodic storylines. Shooting, production schedules and cast details will be announced in the future.
“We cannot disclose specific details at this time, but I can say that this project will feature an ingenious and unheard-of storyline.
The pair are both currently riding high, developing or producing additional seasons for their recent hit shows. Morii is currently working on a third season of Netflix original, dystopian series “Alice in Borderland.” Lee is working on Season 2 of Korean hit “All of Us Are Dead.”
The untitled new series is pitched as “an action-packed spectacular drama, featuring a protagonist with unique abilities never before seen in movies or Japanese comics [and] promising an unprecedented viewing experience,” the pair said.
A long-form story arc is being completed before being fleshed out into episodic storylines. Shooting, production schedules and cast details will be announced in the future.
“We cannot disclose specific details at this time, but I can say that this project will feature an ingenious and unheard-of storyline.
- 5/15/2024
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
Now that everyone's finally stopped gushing about season 1, the sophomore season of "Squid Game" is (hopefully) almost here. The horror-tinged dystopian thriller about a group of participants tricked into playing deadly versions of childhood games debuted back in 2021 and quickly became a cultural phenomenon. Originally planned as a limited series, the wild success of "Squid Game" led to its season 2 renewal, and it took some time to pull together a continuation of the story.
Will lightning strike twice for "Squid Game," or is it a premise that's about played out? We won't know until we see more of season 2, but everything we do know indicates that the show will be even more ambitious in its second outing. Season 1 exposed the corruption and greed behind the killer gameplay, but season 2 seems poised to dig deeper into the systems that enable the games as winner Gi-hun continues to be impacted by the...
Will lightning strike twice for "Squid Game," or is it a premise that's about played out? We won't know until we see more of season 2, but everything we do know indicates that the show will be even more ambitious in its second outing. Season 1 exposed the corruption and greed behind the killer gameplay, but season 2 seems poised to dig deeper into the systems that enable the games as winner Gi-hun continues to be impacted by the...
- 2/5/2024
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
It seems the Korean entertainment industry is focusing on mental health and suicide as subject matter for their shows recently. Most attempts have been successful at presenting these difficult subjects with a non-prejudiced lens and an optimistic light. Death’s Game is the latest to join this list of mental-health shows, which, according to me, catapulted as a genre in the country after the success of The Glory. Now, I know that show doesn’t have anything to do with mental health or suicide; it’s basically a revenge thriller; however, it brings to light the effects of school bullying and such, which I believe could’ve been a tiny impulse for these deep-dive shows. While Daily Dose of Sunshine was the most straightforward of the lot, really pushing the envelope when it comes to all things mental health and the taboo around it in the country, Revenant was the show...
- 1/5/2024
- by Ruchika Bhat
- Film Fugitives
It wouldn’t be an overstatement to proclaim that South Korea consistently delivers some of the most riveting thriller entertainment. Long before the (K)wave of interest in soppy K-dramas and overproduced K-pop, it was thriller Korean cinema that was gripping audiences all around the world, exemplified by masterpieces like Oldboy and I Saw The Devil. This is probably why said genre keeps delivering hard-hitting shows every month. This year alone, we’ve had a dozen in this category, with Sweet Home 2 being the latest in the mix. So, when I heard of Death’s Game, I was certainly excited to see what the industry was going to cook up for us. The South Korean industry, known for its prowess in adapting webtoons and consistently delivering compelling content, had something promising in store. Oftentimes, though, the buzz surrounding a show intensifies when it hails from said industry. When we got to...
- 12/16/2023
- by Ruchika Bhat
- Film Fugitives
Unlike most K-dramas that portray the subject matter of mental health as a small part of a bigger plot, Daily Dose Of Sunshine is a show that is solely about this subject. Most certainly, we’ve been seeing autism and people on the spectrum represented in Korean media, almost as if it’s a trend. The Korean title of this show is 정신병동에도 아침이 와요, which literally translates to “Even in the mental ward, morning comes.” The show wants to create open-mindedness towards mental health awareness. The show clearly depicts the ignorance and prejudice people have against mental illnesses through emotionally charged stories. So, let’s get into all the mental illnesses the show covers and the lessons we learn from Daily Dose Of Sunshine.
Spoilers Ahead
Bipolar Disorder
Daily Dose Of Sunshine Episode 1 is intense, and a woman who has exhibitionist tendencies and bipolar disorder is admitted to the hospital.
Spoilers Ahead
Bipolar Disorder
Daily Dose Of Sunshine Episode 1 is intense, and a woman who has exhibitionist tendencies and bipolar disorder is admitted to the hospital.
- 11/5/2023
- by Ruchika Bhat
- Film Fugitives
Daily Dose of Sunshine is the latest K-drama to take Netflix by storm. It’s a disheartening show about the treatment of people who suffer from any sort of mental health disorder and how it affects them. The show doesn’t just cater to the patients; it focuses on everyone in the system in the Korean work culture. The show’s commentary is very basic and straightforward, and at times it feels extremely overbearing, making it quite a melancholic watch. But at the same time, it comes off as a helping hand for those who may not know how to cry for help when they need it most. It can be a draining experience, and yet, it’s an eye-opener. While the show’s main focus is on nurse Da-Eun and the struggles of the nursing world itself, specifically when it comes to the psychiatric ward, it delves deeper into...
- 11/5/2023
- by Ruchika Bhat
- Film Fugitives
Netflix is dropping great K-dramas like leaves falling in autumn. Just a little while ago, we got to see Doona, starring Bae Suzy and Yang Se-Jong, which mesmerized viewers with its stunning style and sweet story. November has kicked off with yet another fantastic K-drama, but this one is a little on the darker side. Now, the title is Daily Dose of Sunshine, but this show is rather draining and quite bleak until the end. Still, it tackles mental illness, something that has become prevalent in Korean dramas in the past few years. Daily Dose of Sunshine reflects on mental health in a country where the work culture is solely based on hierarchy. We learned in Revenant that Korea has the highest rate of suicides among Oecd countries. While sometimes Daily Dose of Sunshine comes across as overly dramatic, it sends a very clear message to those who may need help,...
- 11/4/2023
- by Ruchika Bhat
- Film Fugitives
Daily Dose of Sunshine is a South Korean series created by Jq Lee, Lee Nam-kyu, and Lee Ra-ha. It stars Park Bo-young.
Do you enjoy hospital shows? Well, you’re in luck because “Daily Dose of Sunshine” is a series in the style of “Emergency”, but with a very different comedic twist. It’s a truly amusing series with a completely charming protagonist who brings a smile, friendliness, and patient-centered approach to her role, adding a touch of happiness to their lives.
And ours too.
Daily Dose of Sunshine About the Series
It boasts quality writing and offers a fresh perspective on the typical hospital dramas from the 80s. Primarily a comedy, it delves into the psychiatric ward of a Korean hospital. While it includes the lives of doctors, nurses, and patients, they all strive to help one another.
The standout is Nurse Jung Da-eun, played by the lovely Park Bo-young,...
Do you enjoy hospital shows? Well, you’re in luck because “Daily Dose of Sunshine” is a series in the style of “Emergency”, but with a very different comedic twist. It’s a truly amusing series with a completely charming protagonist who brings a smile, friendliness, and patient-centered approach to her role, adding a touch of happiness to their lives.
And ours too.
Daily Dose of Sunshine About the Series
It boasts quality writing and offers a fresh perspective on the typical hospital dramas from the 80s. Primarily a comedy, it delves into the psychiatric ward of a Korean hospital. While it includes the lives of doctors, nurses, and patients, they all strive to help one another.
The standout is Nurse Jung Da-eun, played by the lovely Park Bo-young,...
- 11/3/2023
- by Veronica Loop
- Martin Cid - TV
The latest feature from David Fincher, a big-budget drama series from Steven Knight and Shawn Levy, and an Oscar hopeful starring Annette Bening and Jodie Foster are among the standout new additions hitting Netflix in November.
With The Killer, Fincher reteams with Seven writer Andrew Kevin Walker to adapt the graphic novel written by Alexis Nolent. The film, which premiered at the Venice Film Festival this year and debuts on Netflix on Nov. 10, stars Michael Fassbender as a shadowy unnamed assassin and features a cast that includes Arliss Howard, Charles Parnell, Gabriel Polanco, Kerry O’Malley, Emiliano Pernía, Sala Baker, Sophie Charlotte and Tilda Swinton.
The Hollywood Reporter‘s review of The Killer described the film as “a satisfyingly retro, location-hopping genre exercise with fisticuffs, gadgets (albeit ones bought from Amazon) and smooth-talking antagonists that all plays like a tongue-in-cheek spoof of James Bond movies.”
All the Light We Cannot See...
With The Killer, Fincher reteams with Seven writer Andrew Kevin Walker to adapt the graphic novel written by Alexis Nolent. The film, which premiered at the Venice Film Festival this year and debuts on Netflix on Nov. 10, stars Michael Fassbender as a shadowy unnamed assassin and features a cast that includes Arliss Howard, Charles Parnell, Gabriel Polanco, Kerry O’Malley, Emiliano Pernía, Sala Baker, Sophie Charlotte and Tilda Swinton.
The Hollywood Reporter‘s review of The Killer described the film as “a satisfyingly retro, location-hopping genre exercise with fisticuffs, gadgets (albeit ones bought from Amazon) and smooth-talking antagonists that all plays like a tongue-in-cheek spoof of James Bond movies.”
All the Light We Cannot See...
- 11/2/2023
- by Abid Rahman
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Netflix’s slate for November 2023 has much to offer as the transition from Halloween to Thanksgiving and eventually Christmas begins. Many favorite movies such as Jennifer Garner’s “13 Going on 30” and “The Big Lebowski” arrive Nov. 1, while Garner’s new movie “The Family Switch” rounds out the month when it arrives on the streamer Nov. 30. Other can’t-miss film arrivals on November first include “Whiplash,” “Sixteen Candles,” “The Social Network” and “Pitch Perfect.”
Several new seasons of Netflix shows arrive this month as well, the most highly anticipated of which might be “The Crown” Season 6 Part 1. The first half of the final season of the royal drama series arrives Nov. 16. The limited series adaptation of “All the Light We Cannot See” by Shawn Levy and Steven Knight launches November 2. Levy directed all four episodes of the epic drama series, adapted from the Pulitzer prize-winning novel by Anthony Doerr.
Several new seasons of Netflix shows arrive this month as well, the most highly anticipated of which might be “The Crown” Season 6 Part 1. The first half of the final season of the royal drama series arrives Nov. 16. The limited series adaptation of “All the Light We Cannot See” by Shawn Levy and Steven Knight launches November 2. Levy directed all four episodes of the epic drama series, adapted from the Pulitzer prize-winning novel by Anthony Doerr.
- 11/1/2023
- by Dessi Gomez
- The Wrap
November on Netflix is peppered with curiosities for just about everyone. This month will see the long-awaited adaptation of Anthony Doerr’s award-winning novel All the Light We Cannot See hit the streamer. Directed by Shawn Levy (The Adam Project) and starring Mark Ruffalo, the limited series will tell the emotional story of a blind French girl who meets a German soldier in the final days of WWII.
Elsewhere, Netflix will unveil its first expansion of its planned Squid Game universe with an actual competition show that will challenge 456 players to be the final winner of no less than $4.56 million. Squid Game: The Challenge will feature games recreated from the hit 2021 show, hopefully with a comparatively zero chance of death for the contestants!
For those who are awaiting the return of their favorite Netflix shows in a more fictional capacity, however, we can confirm that Selling Sunset season seven, The Tailor season three,...
Elsewhere, Netflix will unveil its first expansion of its planned Squid Game universe with an actual competition show that will challenge 456 players to be the final winner of no less than $4.56 million. Squid Game: The Challenge will feature games recreated from the hit 2021 show, hopefully with a comparatively zero chance of death for the contestants!
For those who are awaiting the return of their favorite Netflix shows in a more fictional capacity, however, we can confirm that Selling Sunset season seven, The Tailor season three,...
- 11/1/2023
- by Kirsten Howard
- Den of Geek
Elizabeth Debicki in ‘The Crown’ Season 6 (Photo Credit: Netflix)
Netflix’s November 2023 lineup of new films and TV series includes the premiere of the sixth season of the critically acclaimed drama The Crown and the debut of the wild action comedy Obliterated. Also joining the November lineup are All the Light We Cannot See, based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel and directed by Shawn Levy, as well as the streaming service’s first-ever live sports event.
Additional November highlights include Virgin River season five part two, Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, The Killer, Rustin, and Blue Eye Samurai.
Netflix’s November 2023 Lineup:
11/1/23
Hurricane Season (Film) – When a group of kids finds a corpse floating in a canal, the brutal reality behind the perverse crime unravels a town’s hidden secrets.
Locked In (Film) – A kindly nurse tries to unlock the secrets of a coma patient’s injuries — and discovers the bitter rivalry,...
Netflix’s November 2023 lineup of new films and TV series includes the premiere of the sixth season of the critically acclaimed drama The Crown and the debut of the wild action comedy Obliterated. Also joining the November lineup are All the Light We Cannot See, based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel and directed by Shawn Levy, as well as the streaming service’s first-ever live sports event.
Additional November highlights include Virgin River season five part two, Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, The Killer, Rustin, and Blue Eye Samurai.
Netflix’s November 2023 Lineup:
11/1/23
Hurricane Season (Film) – When a group of kids finds a corpse floating in a canal, the brutal reality behind the perverse crime unravels a town’s hidden secrets.
Locked In (Film) – A kindly nurse tries to unlock the secrets of a coma patient’s injuries — and discovers the bitter rivalry,...
- 10/29/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Korean production and distribution company Sll is riding high on the current box office success of “The Roundup: No Way Out,” the only local film this year to sell more than 10 million tickets.
In the larger TV production division, it is breathing a sigh of relief with the successes of “Doctor Cha” and “The Good Bad Mother,” shows which have achieved huge local ratings and placed in Netflix’s Global non-English Top 10 charts.
For the company, which rebranded last year from Jtbc Studio, and which acquired U.S. producer wiip, the renewed popularity of its shows represents something of a rebound after “the underperformance of Jtbc dramas in 2022.”
Now the challenge is to keep things fresh and original, while producing the high volumes of Korean content demanded by clients and frenemies that include Netflix, Prime Video and TVing — the Korean streaming platform in which Jtbc is a junior partner behind Cj Enm and Naver.
In the larger TV production division, it is breathing a sigh of relief with the successes of “Doctor Cha” and “The Good Bad Mother,” shows which have achieved huge local ratings and placed in Netflix’s Global non-English Top 10 charts.
For the company, which rebranded last year from Jtbc Studio, and which acquired U.S. producer wiip, the renewed popularity of its shows represents something of a rebound after “the underperformance of Jtbc dramas in 2022.”
Now the challenge is to keep things fresh and original, while producing the high volumes of Korean content demanded by clients and frenemies that include Netflix, Prime Video and TVing — the Korean streaming platform in which Jtbc is a junior partner behind Cj Enm and Naver.
- 7/4/2023
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
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