Isn't anyone watching this?

[clare]

I am so surprised there aren't many comments on this show.

[kathleen34]

clare said:

I am so surprised there aren't many comments on this show.

I love this drama. I love the storyline, the cinematogrpahy, the music, the actors/actresses. It's a wonderful leadup to the division of North and South Korea. Character development is very much THERE.

I know that some things are 'enhanced' .. this is aftera ll a docudrma as opposed to a documentary. Any story based on actual history holds my interest ... a lot.

I have been a faithful viewer of Desparate Housewives. Last nite the season 'opener' came up for DH. There was no contest. Seoul 1945 was the only thing I wanted to watch . .. a very easy decision.

Maybe there's lots of fans like me who only sing the praises of a drama... and that might be a little boring.

and hey...the older gentleman .. isn't he the same actor who plays grandpa in 'Pure in Heart'. Gotta love it!

[gpaul]

I'm watching, I have not missed an episode yet except for #1. I am learning a lot about the history of modern Korea from this show. The historical elements and the personal relationships are interesting. I hope the evil police officer and Baron Moon get their just rewards in the end. I also hope that Kehee eventually finds happiness, hopefully with her love. (Sorry I forgot how to spell his name)

[kathleen34]

Today I received the OST: Seoul 1945. All things beautiful. A wonderful booklet is included ... and of course it's all in Korean.But it's very nice to look at.

[lajolla]

I have finished this drama except the last episode #71. I rented it from a korean video shop and watched 10 episodes a day during the last week (since my fall quarter begins today). I could not quit it because it excites a lot. The last episode doesn't show up in the shop yet.

This drama reflects on the many aspects of recent studies on the origin of korean war. Although every character is fictional, they has real features to some extent. the characters such as woonhyuk and dongwoo appears in many novels and dramas. If you have watched "pupil of the dawn" 15 years ago in korea, you can find the characters and plot in both dramas share a lot.

Funnily, both dramas were denounced by radical rights in korea. And Seoul 1945 is sued by the adopted son of Rhee Seung man(the first president). They fear that their "past" is revealed. If it were 10 years ago, this drama would have been quited by their pressure. But Korea is now a country of freedom (although imperfect) and Koreans seems to have their composure to watch the past objectively, although south korean government's existence would be infringed.

[teacher]

Except for episodes 1 & 2 on the first night, I have watched and taped this show faithfully. I find it interesting, because I was old enough at the end of WW II to remember the fear of Communism spreading out from Russia.
Then with the Korean War, many of my contemporaries fought in the war. The husband (now deceased) of one of my friends was one of the first 18 Americans exchanged for North Korean prisoners at PanMunJon (sorry for the spelling).
It seems strange to watch and hope for the success of the "rebels", after viewing them as the enemy for so long.

[meowmeow unlogged]

Ya nation building(?) is mess... ?

It is a good show. It might give a glimpse of hint what "nation building" means....

When your country is occupied(?), the Insurgents are warriors figithing for the independence... It does not matter whether he is communist or whatever....

I appreciate korean war veterans and sacrifice USA made for korea... just I wish USA had done more..... I was freaking out when someone used the term "nation building" in recent history....

[Singer]

I'm watching it...but I'm only watching it for the love triangle. I don't really like alot of the violence....but it is history.

[seven stars]

I have watched the entire series so far.

I am drawn in mostly by the opportunity to gain perspective on the culture and politics during this time period. This is of course my primary interest in all historical dramas.

Nevertheless, I have to agree with the statement regarding the cinematography. KBS has truly achieved a new standard of excellence in this respect.

Observing a war between classes should give one pause to consider the current state of affairs here in the states and around the world.

7S

[kathleen34]

I too, have been drawn into this drama. I bought the 71-episode set on Ebay ... the names are Chinese, but it's well done. It is beautifully crafted ... and how significant to watch it now with more threats from North Korea. Kim Jong Il's father was m entioned last week ... so we will better understand the division of North and South.

The romance adds a nice touch, but much more importantly is the development of each character and how they each impact the storyline.

I'm right with you seven stars - culture and politics will remain the thorn in our paw, even in this 21st Century.

[emarie]

I too am surprised that not too many people comment on this drama. With the storyline, the charcacters, the action, and the history I thought for sure that this drama would be one of the most popular. Personally, it's one of my favorites. How often does it air in Chicago? Here in Philly it only airs twice a week.

[stringie]

I am watching and really interested in this drama. And thanks to the Philly message board for providing plot synopses for the episodes I missed when our local station switched times on us with no notice! (Grr.)

In Chicago two episodes are aired back to back on Sunday evenings.

[dreamie]

This drama is very sad, but it is very well done. I am enjoying it. Perhaps with the political twists it will be less dark for awhile.

[Kathleen unlogged]

oh no dreamie ... if anything it will be even more dark because of the political wrangling. Imagine... just the mention of Kim Jong Il's father sent shivers thru me. The worst is yet to come.

I just love this well-crafted drama. No funny hats or beards, but it is as historical as we're going to get for a while.

[dreamie]

Well, yes eventually. It seemed though that now there is a bit of a break in the action, and the political back and forth was getting the treatment you usually see in courtroom dramas. But I'm sure we'll be back to dark soon enough.