A Jaded K-drama Fan? Don't Worry, We Gotchu.
In the world of K-drama, the historical genre may be one of the most popular amongst local and international fans alike for their creative reenactment of history, beautiful sceneries, and extravagant costumes. Moon Lovers - Scarlet Heart Ryeo is no exception; in fact, it portrays each aspect of its period so incredibly well that it has become a fan-favorite for historical dramas.
This drama has a production budget of 13 million USD, and it definitely did not disappoint. The sceneries displayed were breathtaking: it makes you wonder how beautiful life would be if we could still see the places today. The costumes are intricate and beautifully assembled, creating exquisitely elegant looks most suitable for the portrayed royals and noblemen. They leave you in awe, wishing the normal clothes of today have even a touch of the style back then. This drama has arguably one of the most star-studded and talented casts out of all the existing korean dramas, portraying Lee Joon Gi, IU, Kang Ha Neul, Hong Jong Hyun, Byun Baek Hyun, Nam Joo Hyuk and Jisoo.
Another aspect true Korean drama fans expect in every great drama that Moon Lovers - Scarlet Heart Ryeo has undoubtedly delivered is an incredible soundtrack. Each song compliments its scene perfectly but remains beautiful on its own. It is understandable why some people like to put on the songs on replay for hours.
The drama itself is a set in the Goryeo Period and follows the life of 14 handsome princes and their fight for the throne. There is just so much personality in a single drama: you have 14 different incredibly good looking princes with different talents and hopes for their nation's future, a leading actress from the future, and a colorful court of astronomers and noblewomen. From the first episode to the end, this drama truly takes you on an emotional rollercoaster. Each scene brings a new emotion: laughter, suspense, sadness, and embarrassment from the chemistry between actors, as well as anger, disappointment, pity and so much more that you must watch to understand. This drama tires you out emotionally when it ends, and leaves you longing for more like a truly good drama does. If you are a jaded drama viewer seeking something different from high school dramas or office dramas, Moon Lovers - Scarlet Ryeo is the drama that will reignite the burned out drama flame in you.
- Kanrika Touch (17/10/18)