"Misaeng" EP 3-4 DISCUSSION POST

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cast:
Siwan, Lee Sung-Min, Kang So-Ra, Kang Ha-Neul, Byun Yo-Han, Kim Dae-Myung, Shin Eun-Jung, Park Hae-Joon

plot:
Jang Geu-Rae (later played by Siwan) played the board game go since he was a child. Playing the game was everything to him, but he failed to become a professional go player. Now he is thrown out into the real world. By an acquaintance’s recommendation, Jang Geu-Rae is able to begin to work at Wonin International as an intern.
On his first day, Jang Geu-Rae meets his boss Oh Sang-Sik (Lee Sung-Min). Jang Geu-Rae struggles to adapt working at a company.

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Kang Sora Reveals How She Learned Russian for “Misaeng”



Actress Kang Sora revealed how she learned to speak Russian for her latest drama “Misaeng.”

On the first episode of “Misaeng” which aired on October 17, Kang Sora’s character Ahn Young Yi had to answer the phone for Im Si Wan‘s character Jang Geu Rae. While on the phone, she showed off her impressive Russian speaking skills.

Kang Sora’s agency Will Entertainment commented that Kang Sora only had one private lesson with a Russian tutor that lasted two hours. “Afterwards, she constantly listened to recordings of Russian.” They also added, “She seems to have a special talent for languages. Her English is very good as well. The filming went very smoothly. Viewers can expect her to speak more Russian on the show in the future.”

“Misaeng” Episode Air Time Extended to 70 Minutes



Good news for “Misaeng” fans who want more of this drama. Cable network tvN has announced that the air time for each episode of “Misaeng” will now be 70 minutes each, from its original 60-64 minutes. This results in the drama airing 10 minutes earlier than usual, starting at 8:30 p.m. The network has extended the air time, according to reports, to thank viewers for the love this drama has received already.

“Misaeng” is tvN’s eight anniversary special production drama and stars ZE:A’s Im Siwan, Lee Sung Min, Kang Sora, and Kang Ha Neul. This 20 episode dramas follows the protagonist Jang Geu Rae, a failed baduk player now struggling to survive in the corporate world. Two episodes have aired so far, with critics and viewers praising the story, production, and acting.

“Misaeng” airs every Friday and Saturday. Episode three airs today, October 24.

“Misaeng” Already Surpasses 3 Percent in Ratings, Cast to Follow Through with Pledges



In just three episodes, tvN drama “Misaeng” has surpassed the three percent viewer rating mark, showing a remarkable response from viewers. According to Nielsen Korea, a viewer ratings research company, the third episode of the show recorded an average of 3.4 percent, and peaked at 4.6 percent.

Previously, the cast had made pledges for things they would do if the show surpassed three percent, and it looks like, already, they will have to follow through. Read about their promises here.

“Misaeng” Producer Reveals Opening Sequence Is a Clue to Drama’s Ending



Media outlet Newsen has published a report about current tvN drama “Misaeng.” As part of the report, Newsen spoke to Lee Je Moon, a producer working on the series, which is based on a popular webtoon (web-based cartoon) of the same name.

In the interview, the producer stated that fans of the webtoon could expect surprises from the series. Lee Je Moon said, “The opening was a little different to that of the webtoon. It was something of a clue about the series’ ending.”

Lee Je Moon also explained that he and other members of the production crew went to Jordan with the webtoon’s writer, Yoo Tae Ho, in November last year. He explained, “We fell in love with Jordan and thought that it would be great to film the opening in Jordan too.”

The producer also noted, “The setting of the drama is not contemporary. Viewers may recall a message that was left in a bathroom that read ‘March, 2012.’ And if you look carefully, you will see they are using second-generation mobile phones and that the cars are not brand new models either.”

Le Je Moon said, “The scene in Jordan in the 20th episode features actor Im Siwan [of ZE:A]. You will what happens to him in the last episode.”

Misaeng' Im Siwan and Byun Yohan end up in a fist fight



Naver:
1. [+1,530, -26] When Im Siwan first came out, I had no idea he'd get this big as an actor... amazing! Fighting~

2. [+1,340, -16] I hate that Lee Sang Hyun guy ㅡㅡ I want to hit Ahnyoung's partner on the head

3. [+1,202, -20] This drama is soooo fun. The actors have great talent and the directing is amazing. Even a public broadcast channel couldn't produce a drama of this quality. They'd probably make all the interns end up dating each other.

4. [+987, -14] Another rediscovery of Im Siwan's many charms. Do well!

5. [+355, -1] The way Jang Geurae talks sounds very philosophical and can be awkward in a real life context (probably since the original's a manhwa) but Im Siwan really pulls it off! The character itself is powerful so it seems easy to express but Siwan manages to bring out a sort of shadowed youth to him with lines that really hit your heart.

6. [+279, -6] Im Siwan's better than most actors

7. [+273, -6] Misaeng's so fun, tvN's been daebak lately

8. [+259, -9] I hope Byun Yohan-ssi gets more recognition with this drama and gets cast in more work~ His character's so charming and he's a great actor ㅋㅋㅋ a cutie indeed

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Nate:
1. [+307, -6] Im Siwan's a great actor. Charming with Lee Sung Min.

2. [+280, -8] Misaeng has the perfect trio of a good drama. Lacks nothing in directing, adaptation, and acting. Finally a drama that makes me look forward to the next episode.

3. [+253, -8] The drama really sucks you in, it's fun

4. [+41, -0] The drama's not outwardly impressive or anything but it sucks you in... tvN's been on such a roll lately, their dramas have been great.

5. [+39, -5] Misaeng's amazingly fun... way more fun than any public broadcast drama!!!

6. [+16, -1] These monologues really hit you in the heart. The drama itself has a very toned down atmosphere so it just sucks you in... Siwan no longer seems like Siwan but Jang Geurae himself.. This drama simply captivates you.

7. [+12, -1] One of the few dramas I've been watching lately... I live vicariously through Jang Geurae facing the world and slowly changing ㅋㅋㅋ

8. [+12, -0] This drama really knows what its focus on unlike other dramas who only care about love lines.

9. [+9, -1] This drama is so sad. The reason is within the drama itself and the cast who acts it all out. in the beginning, Im Siwan is knocked here and there in a loose fitting suit and he looked just like a black bag rolling around on the streets, it made me tear up. This drama has nailed everything down from the clothing to the props.
source: soompi 1 2 3 4, nate 1 2, me ah ri, netizenbuzz, naver

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Comments

[hipployta.livejournal.com]

It is a great show...even if a bit sad...or rather somber

[aneeleniffum.livejournal.com]

Gosh I don't watch Korean dramas (too long I have no stamina to follow through lol) but I really wanna watch this for Siwan. Now I'm torn to watch this or Pride & Prejudice (coming out today!). If I can barely follow one, don't think I can follow two haha. This drama looks promising though.

[annayism.livejournal.com]

this drama has such a somber melancholy feel to it, and it's beautiful. great layered, emotional acting. i haven't enjoyed a drama like this in a long time

[mlmello.livejournal.com]

great drama. the performances get better each episodes and siwan is doing an excellent job. it's cruel, sad, but so real.

[ah0000.livejournal.com]

I tried watching but the beginning couldn't really keep my attention. Should I keep going?? It seems everyone loves this show

[hotaru-snow.livejournal.com]

The first ep was a tad slow but it starts picking up straight after! Definitely worth going on :)

[bubblyshades.livejournal.com]

the overall tone is more reflective, and the pace can be slow, but there's so much heart and rich potential for character growth.

[innertide.livejournal.com]

this show hurts so good

[atopworld.livejournal.com]

WAIT. Siwan and Haneul are in a drama again and I didn't know? Now, I have to watch this. I don't have a choice.

Is that the bully from Monstar I see?

[imienazwisko.livejournal.com]

yeah, it's made by monstar pd and even the radio guy got a part :D

[atopworld.livejournal.com]

I knew my eyes weren't playing tricks on me. I loved Monstar, took me through so man ups and downs..lol.

[peacefulscream.livejournal.com]

This show is so refreshing and heartbreaking at the same time. I love the characters. The actors are also wonderful.

[bubblyshades.livejournal.com]

I am really loving this show. The direction is great, and the acting just feels so real, not over the top or caricatured. The characters feel pretty dynamic too, like real people. I love Yeong-yi and I want more of her. Actually, in general, I wish there were more female characters on this show.

I was not here for the show trying to redeem Seok-yool however... When the story about his father working in the factory came up... The subs for ep 4 were incomplete when I was watching it, so I don't know how the rest of the episode played out, but I felt icky about making a tactless, self-centered dick sympathetic. I get that he was trying to get a feel for the fabric, but dude, there are totally more appropriate, respectful ways to do that.

Also, whereas in eps 1 and 2 I was uncertain about Baek-gi sincerely caring about Geu-rae, it seems to me now that he does not care for him. He likes Yeong-yi though.

Yeong-yi and Geu-rae are so cute in their own awkward way omg.

Tough love is such a weird thing. I see it in how Manager Oh treats Geu-rae and sometimes Dong Shik, and while I generally do not at all agree with yelling and hollering as an effective managerial style, I get that it's more common in certain environments. And I guess what makes it work is that underneath all that bug-eyed yelling, with Manager Oh his subordinates can feel that he does care for them and he looks out for them. I'm glad Dong Shik is there to balance out the rough edges of Manager Oh.

Geu-rae and his mom are really cute too. When he was like, "Mom, you don't know how to make a tie, do you?" that scene was sweet and funny at the same time.

[innertide.livejournal.com]

mte about how off-putting it is that Suk Yool is being given redeeming qualities, as if him being a sexual harasser is a quirky character trait. Now that he's showing signs of starting to warm up to Geu-rae, I hope they won't make Geu-rae befriend him if he's still acting like that. He'll need to make one hell of a 180 for this whole potential friendship thing to be even somewhat palatable.

[bubblyshades.livejournal.com]

as if him being a sexual harasser is a quirky character trait
yep, exactly.

And I agree with everything you said. I was so glad when Geu-rae confronted him about his sexual harassing the female employee, in front of everyone else no less (although gross at people just laughing it off, wtf).

[atopworld.livejournal.com]

K...I've made it through 2 full episodes and this show hurts me in a way that's personal. I think all of us resonate with it in one way or another and it's what will keep me watching.

Glad I caught the post this time.

[bubblyshades.livejournal.com]

yay! glad you'll be joining us in watching this drama. :) It does hurt and it hits home for many of us, I agree.