![]() These subsequent episodes of Goblin continue to present its cinematically gorgeous sequences that further the tension, temperament, and pacing we had since the beginning. It seems that we’re already given the blueprint for everything the drama will become, yet it never fails to keep us mystified with its mind-blowing cliffhangers. These pilot episodes do a spectacular job of building the mystery and action in equal measure. Even side characters like the chaebol heir Yu Deok Hwa ( Yook Sung Jae), whose ancestors traditionally looked after the Goblin generations after generations, also made their mark in the drama. The main characters’ awesome progressions are indeed a fast burn. We can see that these two are specially connected when Grim Reaper unconsciously shed a tear on their first meeting. He has no memory of his past, and is living a quasi-human life at present.Īll along Grim Reaper is just steadfast in fulfilling his duties, but his encounter with a shrewd and attractive chicken restaurant owner named Sunny ( Yoo In Na) brings a major turning point to his life. ![]() Nevertheless, behind his goofy exterior there’s a shrouding mystery lying underneath he was in oblivion for 300 years. The contemporary revamp of the grim reaper in this drama (as opposed to the traditionally ominous escort of the dead) really made Grim Reaper a cool and interesting character to observe. The contemporary revamp really made Grim Reaper a cool and interesting character to observe. However, when the two meets years later, he spares her life upon learning her identity as the Goblin’s bride. Since then, he has labeled Eun Tak as a “missing soul” and been in constant search of her. He’s the same grim reaper meant to fetch Eun Tak and her mother on that night when they were both expected to die. Next, we’re acquainted with a nameless Grim Reaper ( Lee Dong Wook), who guides dead souls to the afterlife from his odd-looking tea house. Although her claim of being the Goblin’s bride is still hard to buy at this moment, we can already notice how intuitively special she is to Kim Shin since the beginning. She must possess some distinguishing patience to be able to tolerate Kim Shin’s foul disposition as I find myself constantly hooked on her logical retorts. I have to say that Eun Tak’s depiction precisely qualifies her for the title. This intervention left a mark on her neck and enabled her to see ghosts since childhood. Eun Tak derives this fate after the Goblin resuscitated her dying mother who was pregnant with her at the time. She manifests as a sanguine high school student named Ji Eun Tak ( Kim Go Eun). The drama’s onset also implied the Goblin’s quest to finding his bride - the sole person who could end his eternity by removing the sword pierced on his chest. The premise of his characterization was fully explained without further ado through a tragic backstory, including how he was eventually resurrected as a Goblin set to live an immortal life as his equal part reward and punishment. Our main hero Kim Shin ( Gong Yoo) is an unbeatable general in the Goryeo era who died an unfair and dishonorable death due to the jealousy and fear of the young king he was serving. The drama’s breathtaking aesthetics also offered us a grand cinematic experience, which truly complemented well with its comically romantic yet unorthodox narrative.Ĭonfronting us with bold graphics, evocative soundtracks, and succinct character introductions, Goblin kicked off to a straightforward start and got us acquainted with the tone and theme of the drama. Goblin’s distinct and intriguing storyline proved to captivate the viewers’ hearts.įolklore and legends sure are quite sensitive topics to touch, however, Goblin did a very fine job in translating the richness of these enduring Korean mythologies into something witty and sidesplitting rather than conventionally horrifying. Ultimately, Goblin took over the throne for being the highest rated tvN drama ever, leaving the viewers infected with its very own syndrome. Is Goblin’s incipient hype merely from the fans’ loyalty to Lee Eung Bok and Kim Eun Sook’s previous hit dramas? Lo and behold, Goblin’s distinct and intriguing storyline proved to captivate the audiences’ hearts and continued to soar high in ratings throughout its run. This director-writer drama reunion along with Goblin’s power casting were initially concerning. Coming from the director and writer who brought us the critically-acclaimed series Descendants of the Sun, Goblin: The Lonely and Great God racked up much hype even before its launch.
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