With the influence of his father as a high ranking official in North Korea, he was able to borrow a hospital vehicle and searched for Yoon Seri. The first half of the show's run deals with Jeong-hyeok's attempts at keeping Se-ri safe and returning her to her home country, aided by the soldiers under his command. "Son Ye-Jin gave. While Captain Ri dutifully carried on with his usual work obligations. There were so many surprises that day and it started when her mother dropped by at her office and they had the mother-and-daughter talk. I really appreciate all your insights on this drama. Cheol-gang escaped to South Korea as his way out from imprisonment and from North Korean authorities. [72][73][74] Then, in March 2020, a few North Korean media outlets criticized unnamed South Korean programs and films that explored relations between North and South Korea. [19] The script avoided use of the honorific Chairman to refer to North Korea's leaders, and visible propaganda signs avoid mentioning anything about Kim Il-Sung, Kim Jong-Il, or Kim Jong-Un (while their mandatory portraits were usually either blurred or obscured by the camera angles). On December 31, 2019, it was announced that the series would take a temporary hiatus and postponed the episodes that were scheduled to air on January 4 and 5. The first half of the story follows Jeong-hyeok's attempts to hide Se-ri and help her get back to South Korea. Seung-jun and Soe-Dan have a conversation about her feelings about her upcoming marriage. 3 - Single", "Crash Landing on You (Original Television Soundtrack), Pt. Shed compared her mother, poetically I must say, to the sun who didnt shine on that chilling night sea. And she never forgave her mom. Seri is visibly unhappy the whole time. Se-ri manages to run through a minefield only suffering a minor knee scrape to a North Korean village before Jeong-hyeok finally catches up to her. However, he felt that the drama "glamorized the soldiers too much, almost to an uncomfortable extent". [21] North Korean scenes were shot in South Korea and Mongolia. Especially when their age difference is going to be the main theme of the story. Both fall for each other. Always keeping an eye on her everywhere she goes. Im not familiar with both leads but the young actor did caught my attention. [45] The series was featured on Japanese-Netflix's top 10 for an astonishing 69 consecutive weeks. But CLoY, the pairing of HB & SYJ elevates this drama their work, for me, is a throwback to classic Hollywood i.e. It is the highest-rated tvN drama and the fourth highest-rated South Korean TV drama in cable television history.[6]. He tells her every birthday of hers will be good because he'll be thinking about her. [75][76], Stephen Epstein (Victoria University of Wellington) and Christopher Green (Leiden University) suggest that while Crash Landing on You is formulaic, it also "is a crucial text for evaluating ongoing change in South Korean popular representations of its neighbour. [66] The drama's producer Lee Jung-hyo said during a press conference in Seoul in December: "I know some people are uncomfortable about our subject, North Korea, but we don't portray a wholly authentic North Korea in our drama. Despite its soft-focus romanticisation of the political situation, Crash Landing on You brings the pain of the division to a personal level for a generation of Koreans who, unlike their grandparents, have no memory of what it was like to be a single nation. [55] Forbes noted that it ranked number 1 out of the top 10 on a Netflix's Instagram list of its most romantic series,[56] and Screen Rant ranked it as having the #2 (out of the top 10) "tear-jerking scenes in K-dramas. A top secret division of North Korean Armed Forces that trains and deploys elite spies to South Korea. Totally agree w/ you regarding the abandonment issue w/ SR. Ive noticed that SR uses by my side pretty often. Is it really a mother like daughter tandem?Turn on CC for the English subtitleThe drama name is Crash Landing On You (2020)For any questions and recommend. Air date: Dec 28, 2019. Ri Jung Hyuk (Hyun Bin) follows the crying Yoon Se Ri (Son Ye Jin) outside. The other breakout star? South Korea. "[14][16] Park Ji-eun, the drama's screenwriter,[14] was introduced to North Korean defector turned film adviser and writer Kwak Moon-wan, who became part of the drama's writing team. Shed accused her mom of abandoning her at the beach. Parallel scenes 1: The "rat soldier" (tasked to eavesdrop) received instructions under the command of Cheol-gang. However, his rival, Cho Cheol-gang, was still suspicious and ordered farther surveillance. I think I prefer the park bench than that stone/cement of a couch. Crash Landing On You understanding Se-ri It has come to my attention that some people missed crucial information about Seri during the opening. If her mom didnt return, then why is it that she knew that Seri was counting that night? Se-ri accepts the offer to the dismay of her mother and her brothers but asks to delay an official announcement so that she can perform final tests for a new product. For me, a good endgame to Seris emotional journey entails a resolution of her issues with her past, especially with her mother. I feel sorry for breathing.. And the sun never shines on that sea. They will be representing the movie Parasite that this movie makes history & be the first foreign movie to win the Academys Best Picture. [45][46] While the Korean Wave is a historically prominent component of media within Japan, Crash Landing on You has been uniquely influential there, in part due to its portrayal of daily life in North Korea. Crash Landing on You A South Korean heiress crash lands in North Korea, and is saved by a group of soldiers who keep her from becoming a political prisoner. The production process proved to be "painstakingly meticulous", owing both to South Korea's relationship with North Korea (where most of the story's plot ensues), as well as to avoid any unintentional violations of the 1948 National Security Act which forbids public praise or propaganda of North Korea and the Kim Family. Te contamos cules fueron los puntos ms importantes para conocer su significado y el final de cada personaje. Given that the electrically wired fences in the demarcation line were still down, they find their way to a section where Seri could cross to the side of South Korea. Parellel Scene 4: Seung-Jun meet with Cheol-gang and reported Seri's presence in North Korea. Seri: Ever since then, one thought lingered in my mind. The broadcast was delayed due to the 2020 Lunar New Year special broadcast. On the other hand, Captain Ri found compelling evidence that would link Cheol-gang in the death of his brother. But Seri kept that awful memory with her as a reminder that she wasn't welcomed. Crash Landing On You released in December 2019. Hours: Lunch: 11:00-15:00. Her mom should have been guilt stricken by her words. Hong: Shes not the birth mother. His two sons, which must seem ironic to someone in his position, are terribly inept for the role he presumably wants for them. She shares how she was treated by Jeong-hyeok when she was with him. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. . Parallel scene 1: In alliance with another high military official, Cheol-Gang found out about Captain Ri's activity. Son Ye-jin and Hyun Bin became global sensations with the popularity of their cross-border 2019 romance drama 'Crash Landing on You'. The doctor informs Seri that Captain Ri will need a blood transfusion to survive, and she volunteers. His anger turns to gratitude when he finds out about Yoon Seri's act of selflessness. Have not seen You from Another Star, although my friends raved about it. After denying dating rumors swirling between the two for years, in January 2021, the couple finally confirmed they had been dating for about two years since March 2020, around a month after the end. Memories of the Alhambra: Ep 9 Rewatch on Sat Mar 4, Our Blooming Youth: Eps 7 & 8 Open Thread, Memories of the Alhambra: Ep 8 Rewatch on Sat Feb 25, Kokdu: Season of Deity: Eps 9 to 12 Open Thread, Our Blooming Youth: Eps 5 & 6 Open Thread, Memories of the Alhambra: Ep 7 Rewatch on Sat Feb 18, Our Blooming Youth: Eps 3 & 4 Open Thread, Memories of the Alhambra: Ep 6 Rewatch on Sat, Feb 11, Kokdu: Season of Deity: Eps 5 to 8 Open Thread, Our Blooming Youth: Eps 1 & 2 First Impressions, Our Blooming Youth: Eps 1 & 2 Open Thread. It would feel eerily like that dark marketplace, and that dark beach. But if he does get him to that extent, wouldnt his plan to cultivate him in NK to rise through the ranks in a tyrannical regime, getting his hands dirty to wield power seems terribly risky? Crash Landing On You Plot Summary The story follows Yoon Se-ri, a chaebol heiress who owns her own fashion and beauty company, "Se-ri's Choice." She does not see eye-to-eye with her family and this wedge is further widened when Se-ri's father announces that he wants her to take over his business and not his two sons. In the thick of the night and heavy snow, she found him. She recklessly disregarded and endangered her child's safety. Indeed, given the concerted use of North Korean backdrops in Crash Landing on You and the size and global extent of its audiences, the show is likely the most noteworthy South Korean popular culture representation of North Korea yet produced. A South Korean heiress crash lands in North Korea, and is saved by a group of soldiers who keep her from becoming a political prisoner. [3] The village of Iseltwald, one such location, experienced a tourism boom as a result. I know thats not her biological mom, and maybe I just didnt pay better attention. While it is expected that either the eldest son, Se-jun (Choi Dae-hoon), or the second eldest son, Se-hyung (Park Hyung-soo), would take over the company, the chairman instead chooses Se-ri to be the new chairwoman. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. She also appreciated the detail about kimchi caves: "Since rural North Korea doesn't get electricity, they don't have refrigerators. [14][3][15] In September 2008, Yang and three others had to be rescued after bad fog had caused their leisure boat to drift "into the maritime boundary between North and South Korea. 2 - Single", "Crash Landing on You (Original Television Soundtrack), Pt. In the drama, the heiress had to hide in the kimchi storage area when security forces came knocking one night. The tracks with no indicated lyricists and composers are the drama's musical score; the artists indicated for these tracks are the tracks' composers themselves. [43] The drama's main streaming website, which holds the copyright in China, crashed on the night it aired the final episode due to the enormous number of users. Star-crossed lovers separated by a border and their respective nationalities - heartbreaking, but realistic. The series reunited Son Ye-jin and Hyun Bin after first collaborated together in the 2018 film The Negotiation. When Captain Ri was out of sight, Yoon Seri decided otherwise and without hesitation stole Seung-jun's car keys and drove to look for Captain Ri in the middle of a snowstorm. While in hiding, they strike up a friendship, and she falls in love with the heroic captain who will do anything to protect her. But I see it (she is her Moms biological daughter), youre right that there has to be an explanation why her Mom couldnt come back to her or that she cant be seen by Seri. This plan was conceived with the help of Soe-Dan whom he secretly meet. While Crash Landing on You was not directly mentioned by the media outlets, it was perceived to be among the referenced works. Its almost a foregone conclusion that Seris her fathers biological child but Im the last holdout. [20] Props manager Joo Dong-man said the crew did not have a "guidebook on multiple hurdles he had to hop over skillfully and delicately to accurately depict the country while dodging criticism" and, thus, had to be careful "not to misrepresent the state". Stars Hyun Bin Son Ye-jin Seo Ji-hye See production, box office & company info Watch on Netflix In Crash Landing on You, Se-ri meets Jeong-hyeok when an unexpected storm knocks her paragliding off course and lands her in North Korea. His fathers reaction seems more in line with Asian parent stereotype, have you thought about your future? Mom reacts, breath! After acting condescending towards Na Wol-suk (the village Chief), Ma Young-ae steps in and introduces herself as the wife of Captain Ri's boss in an attempt to humble Myeong-Eu. While Cheol-gang is initially convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment for his crimes, he escapes custody through aide from his loyal soldiers and criminal network whereby he infiltrates South Korea to go after Se-ri. Business Advisory; Business Valuation; Corporate Finance; Cash Flow Modelling; M&A Advisory; Venture Capital; Private & Public Partnerships; Owner Supervision And Internal Control I shouldnt call it a couch. 10 - Single", "Crash Landing on You (Original Television Soundtrack), Pt. 21:00 Language: Korean Country: South Korea 1 - Single", "Crash Landing on You (Original Television Soundtrack), Pt. Cunningly evaded the authorities by acting out a hilarious kissing scene copied from a South Korean drama. Se-ri sends the comrades on a shopping spree, and plays hooky from work with Jeong-hyeok. 6 - Single", "Crash Landing on You (Original Television Soundtrack), Pt. Too many unanswered questions still.. too little time! Of these, the latest series, Crash Landing On You (CLOY), is much praised for being a lot accurate in its depiction of North Korea. But isnt it terribly obvious JH has a riskier future staying in NK than being sent off somehow, just for being what he is? [3][41] There was also an increase in sales of the Swarovski earrings worn by Son Ye-jin. [40] The success of the drama helped to boost brand items due to product placement. After waking up from surgery, Captain Ri reacts with animosity towards Yoon Seri for not taking her flight, believing she is selfish and unaware of the sacrifices they have made for her to get home safely. His parents witnessed how the two deeply care for each other. For these reasons: 1. Jeong-hyeok tells her to get down from the tree, which she does but only to awkwardly fall into his arms. Captain Ri's father sensing that his only son might be in real danger orchestrated a plan to send a support team thru Captain Ri's allies, his patrol team. Crash Landing on You tells the story of two star-crossed lovers, Yoon Se-ri (Son Ye-jin), a South Korean chaebol heiress to Queen's Group, and Ri Jeong-hyeok (Hyun Bin), a member of the North Korean elite and a captain in Korean People's Army. Having decided to help her go back to the South, he hides her from other North Koreans, especially Cho Cheol-gang (Oh Man-seok) who is out to expose him. Hyun's Crash Landing on You costar Son is a 39-year-old actor originally from Sang-dong, Daegu, South Korea. Instead, tvN aired reruns of previous episodes that were specially re-edited for viewers. To investigate his brothers murder on his own or according to the father. The women of the village do not take Myeong-eu seriously, and tell her that there are no vacant apartments. Their research was also guided by North Koreans living in South Korea. Genre: romantic comedy. Parallel scenes 1: Seri accidentally saw a nice watch at the pawnshop that apparently belongs to the murdered brother of Captain Ri. 10- "Life is full of surprises. This series aired on tvN, a cable channel/pay TV which normally has a relatively smaller audience compared to free-to-air TV/public broadcasters (KBS, SBS, MBC and EBS). Instead of a candle held up in darkness, her whole place was brightly illuminated by ceiling light with a flick of the switch. But Seri kept that awful memory with her as a reminder that she wasn't welcomed. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. estrelada por Hyun Bin, Son Ye-jin, Kim Jung-hyun e Seo Ji-hye. I found out not too long ago. Will someone please explain Seris relationship with her mother? Since Episode 1, we knew that there's more to their mother-and-daughter relationship than meets the eye: a stepmother who set her nonbiological daughter as #1 on her speed-dial; a stepmother who was more distraught than the biological father about her disappearance; a stepmother who step in to protect her nonbiological daughter's assets; and a Its more like a park bench with throw pillows. The Chaumet ring becomes a symbol of Gu Seung Joon's undying love for Seo Dan. Tired and relieved in his search, and to Seri's disbelief, they embraced. While in hiding, they strike up a friendship, and she falls in love with the heroic captain who will do anything to protect her. Yoon Seri, unaware of Seung-Jun's bad motives, was persuaded to join him in escaping to Europe using fake marriage documents to travel as a couple. Crashing Landing On You Likes: The show is great for the first half of the episodes with the interesting contrast of South & North Korea lifestyle, traditions & values. Speaking of futures, had the father thought about the sons future. Analyzing and Knowing that Seri's life could be in great danger and with the knowledge that Cheol-gang was already in South Korea after Yoon Seri, Captain Ri make a resolve to protect her at all cost. In South Korea, Yoon Se-ri (Son Ye-jin) is the daughter of a wealthy chaebol and manages her own successful fashion line. ChatGPT is a powerful computer program designed to stimulate conversation with humans - and it is now temporarily freely available for anyone to try out online. Captain Ri, alerted by one of his men, found out about this and hurried home. Bravely took a bullet for her during an exchange of gunshots. I totally agree that CLoY will have a happy ending, given that this writer has given happy endings to an alien + human & a mermaid + human surely the DMZ is an easy obstacle compared to these previous love stories. They recognize the moment has come. Crash Landing on You[4] (Korean: ) is a 20192020 South Korean television series written by Park Ji-eun, directed by Lee Jeong-hyo and starring Hyun Bin, Son Ye-jin, Seo Ji-hye, and Kim Jung-hyun. Seri was discovered hiding at Captain Ri's home during an unexpected home inspection. Shed been there all along. Walked into a board meeting where votes were about to be cast on the dissolution of her Chairmanship and ownership from her very own company. Shell definitely recognize her daughters voice. Later, Cheol-gang speaks with the smugglers and learns where they hid their artifacts. To me, she was putting on a brave face. You dont have to believe everything that I say. She wasnt even going to try to convince Seri to hear her out and understand her side. Son argues that "through the re-framing of stereotypes, albeit with some creative licence, Crash Landing on You arguably humanises the North for its audience in ways that inter-Korean dialogue has not in recent years. I was heartbroken for a child that was abandoned at the beach on her birthday. He prepared drip coffee for her and was thanked by a heart sign. After I read that my post last night left some of you reaching for tissues, I feel obligated to give my write-ups a warning label now. They have kimchi caves where they store kimchi, and that was also recreated well". Crash Landing On You has been a K-Drama hit on South Korea's own tvN network and on Netflix worldwide. She has been studying the cello in Russia for several years but returns to marry Jeong-hyeok, to whom she is engaged through an arranged marriage even though they have only met a few times. But unbeknown again to Seri, Captain Ri had secretly device some plans for her protection and security. Thank you for your wonderful writings. And, it's easy to use those words if you missed the key scenes that tell us why Seri does what she does. PHOTO BY TVN/Crash Landing on You. Her mother realized that all the walls she put up against Se-ri have already gone down. Captain Ri slowly fall for her. Captain Ri and Seri boarded a boat as her escape route towards the border but was intercepted by the maritime patrollers. 1. Back to her old life in a posh district of Seoul (South Korea), Yoon Seri tried to continue her high-life and well-off lifestyle. 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She doesnt need to see JungHyuk, the squad, and the North Korean women, to be assured of her rightful place in their hearts and minds. Im on episode 10. Whether or not she sees the physical presence of someone she loves, shes always loved. This romantic comedy-drama about a South Korean woman who crash-lands to North Korea and falls for a North Korean army man touched the hearts of Korean and K-drama fans alike. Group: Asian Drama; Category: Television; 29 characters in Crash Landing On You are available for you to type their personalities: Yoon Se-ri, Ri Jeong-hyuk, Gu Seung-joon. Did you leave? Crash Landing on You Release year: 2019 A paragliding mishap drops a South Korean heiress in North Korea -- and into the life of an army officer, who decides he will help her hide. [70] Still, he hopes the drama will make its way to North Korea and go viral: "I hope the North Koreans who see this drama will realize how positively the South Koreans think of them and learn to change". And you never came back. In the second half of the story, Se-ri is able to return to South Korea and resume leadership of her company, surprising her family and others who had thought she was dead. Insurance guy: Then how about the chairman? The following day, the jealous Seri comically distanced herself from Captain Ri. Parallel scene 2: Flashback of how the "rat soldier" was helped and shown kindness by Captain Ri. Before departing, Captain Ri leaves imprints of his presence to look after herself and to better improve her lifestyle, such as stocking up enough food for Seri along with notes on food preparation, his piano renditions on her portable voice recorder and Edelweiss seeds, and his surprise reserved phone messages sent in advance with the aid of the NIS officer. Shes very much like that tomato plant. She's so successful, in fact, that her father Chairman Yoon surprises everyone by tabbing Se-ri to . Another plan was made and in preparation for that Seri sold her signature watch to buy necessities. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. "[64] Sarah A. Cheol-gang is still tracking Captain Ri, and orders his crew to find out which hospital is treating him. Lavish shopping galore followed. Cheol-gang threatens Jeong-hyeok that he will not be lenient if Jeong-hyeok is ever caught with any wrongdoing. [62], Although the series is a work of fiction, it has received some positive reviews from North Korean defectors for its depiction of everyday life in North Korea. Seris feeling of abandonment, of the sun never shining on the chilling night sea in her heart, explains why she teared up when she saw JungHyuk in the marketplace. A member of the patrol team, Park Kwang-beom (Lee Shin-young), helps disarm the mine, and the patrol team chases after Se-ri. Looking back at Yoon Se Ri's bargaining, we guess it was a steal considering the fact that Captain Ri's Chopard Alpine Eagle watch costs approximately $12,945, but it can go as high as $20,000. I didnt notice that. He then has them killed in an apparent car accident, as well as a woman who witnesses the murder. Although loved by her father, she is resented by her half-brothers and disliked by her stepmother. Welcome! Episode 5. In the conversation b/n SR & her mom, they were used w/ such contempt from SR (I wish I was never born. Meanwhile, in North Korea, despite Seo Dan and Seung-jun's initial encounters being random and unpleasant, she shelters him when the corrupt officers betray him to Se-hyung's gangsters, and they eventually fall in love. I dont know if Im going to like it. [65] He acknowledged some of the criticism, admitting that he has taken liberties with the depiction of North Korea (such as not mentioning food shortages), but rejected the claim that he was glamorizing the regime or drawing a false equivalence, saying that the show also depicted some of the darker aspect of life under the regime, such as the issue of kotjebi (child homelessness) and the frequent power cuts. Seriously, I cant wait to see what unfolds w/ her father and mother. What is her mother holding back and not saying. The premise of Crash Landing on You was inspired by a real event involving South Korean actress Jung Yang. [22], The following is the official track list of Crash Landing on You (Original Television Soundtrack) album. For her, this dark place would suddenly feel like dj vu. Bitch Talk: What Are We Watching in February 2023? Survival doesn't mean ditching skincare. I wouldnt be surprised if hed bought it when he and his squad went out to get the items for her surprise birthday party. 7 - Single", "Crash Landing on You (Original Television Soundtrack), Pt. I love that connection that she will need her 10 booster words a day just to reaffirm to her that she is loved and not abandoned. Back then in the marketplace, she teared up when JungHyuk found her. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. The hashtag for the drama's final episode has received over 460 million views on Weibo. Son is known for her roles in A Moment to Remember, The Truth Beneath, The Last . Screenshot of a scene in Crash Landing On You. Haha, JH video game name should of been Se-ri Cultivator. This is a priceless experience.". Yoon Se-ri (Son Ye-jin) is a South Korean successful entrepreneur and a chaebol heiress. Jung Hyuk directs her to walk to a point where the South Korea team will perform their search soon. If this was true, her mom would be guilty of child abuse. Why is JH stationed in the outpost seven years after his brothers death? "[71] Steve Hung Lok-wai, a Korean Affairs expert from the Chinese University of Hong Kong states that the drama sidestepped larger political issues through a narrative that did not end with the male lead's defection: "Lots of people questioned whether the male lead, the North Korean soldier, would end up defecting to the South for love, but they were able to sidestep that scenario and gave it a plausible ending where the two would meet in Switzerland". Se-hyung's wife, Do Hye-ji (Hwang Woo-seul-hye), tells him he needs to find Gu Seung-jun (Kim Jung-hyun), who swindled them of their money. As she returns to Pyongyang, she crosses paths more than once with Gu Seung-jun, who had fled to North Korea (under the protection of corrupt North Korean officers) in order to escape from the pursuit of Se-hyung, under whose incompetent watch he had embezzled large amounts of money. "[64] Kwak Moon-wan, a North Korean defector, who had served with the Supreme Guard Command (which protects the ruling Kim family) worked as an adviser for the series, providing the writers with details about life in North Korea as well as North Korean governmental agencies that added credibility to the show. However, she failed to realize that the sun had been there too that night. [3][19], The first script reading took place on July 31, 2019, in Sangam-dong, Seoul, and filming overseas started at the end of August 2019. "[59] Wadzanai Mhute of The Daily Beast argues that Crash Landing on You, "was a cultural phenomenon in its native South Korea, and it's gone criminally overlooked in the States, where it's available to stream on Netflix. Parallel Scene 2: Cheol-gang made a daring search at the family home of Captain Ri and found nothing. That couch was definitely attention grabbing. Crash Landing on You tells the story of two star-crossed lovers, Yoon Se-ri ( Son Ye-jin ), a South Korean chaebol heiress to Queen's Group, and Ri Jeong-hyeok ( Hyun Bin ), a member of the North Korean elite and a captain in Korean People's Army.