K-Drama Feuilleton

In this episode Celi and Maksu are reviewing the famous and much loved kdrama "Descendants of the Sun". Themes, such as whether Korean productions can be orientalist or suffer from a "white saviour complex" will be discussed, as well as the intertwined dynamics of masculinity and nationalism in the military. But first and foremost there will be much talk about helicopters, enjoy everyone!  Continue

In this episode Maksu and Celi are reviewing the Kdrama MINE. They discuss topics, such as motherhood, the stigma around the queer community in Korean society and what colonialism might have to do with it, as well as power relationships between chaebols and their loyal (or not so loyal) servants. Enjoy everyone!References - Skycastle- Parasite- The Favourite- Reply 1997 Continue

In this episode Maksu and Celi give their own personal introduction to K-Drama for everyone new to this genre. They discuss not only the characteristics of production, editing and typical content features, but also strive to find explanations for k-dramas current global popularity. And last but not least why it is worth analysing it in their podcast (and why you should listen to it).Shows mentioned My Love from the StarLegend of the Blue SeaStart-UpGoblin/The GuardianThe HeirsIt's Okay to Not Be OkayCrash Landing On YouCity HunterStrong Woman Do Bong-sunReply 1997Reply 1988Hwarang Continue

In this episode Maksu and Celi review the historical drama "The Tale of Nokdu" and discuss among other things, female solidarity and the concept of widow villages, kings with daddy issues, and why you should avoid consulting a shaman at all costs! Let us know what you thought of the drama in the comment section or on our social media. Also if you have any drama or topic you want us to discuss, we'd be more than happy to, just drop us a message!Widow village in Syria https//www.independent.co.uk/news/world/middle-east/jinwar-syria-north-patriarchy-kurdish-women-raqqa-a8661866.html Widow village in India https//www.nytimes.com/2019/08/27/world/asia/india-women-widows.html Continue

In this episode of K-Drama Feuilleton, Maksu and Celi are discussing the drama "사이코지만 괜찮아" or "It's Okay To Not Be Okay". The drama  addresses issues such as neurodiversity, mental health, and family relationships. Most importantly, however, it stars Kim Soo-Hyun as a male lead after a very long break and oh boy, it was worth the wait! Make yourself a nice pot of tea and join Maksu and Celi on their deep dive into the drama and the issues around it. And hey, even Michel Foucault gets a mention!TW suicideOther shows/books mentioned in the episode It's Okay That's LoveHwarangMy Love From The... Continue