The Master's Sun

Just in time for the spooky holidays, The Master's Sun, was a drama that put a bit of a chill down my spine. I was first introduced to So Ji Sub here, and I have actively followed his career ever since. I gave this drama a try because of Gong Hyo-Jin. I loved her in "It's Okay That's Love" and when I saw her picture on the poster I didn't hesitate to start this drama. My anticipation was surpassed by the beauty and comedy of this drama.

Poor Tae Gong Sil is afflicted with the gift of seeing ghosts. These spirits harass her into seclusion on a rooftop apartment. Once a vibrant student with her whole life ahead of her, we see a woman who exhausted with the problems of the dead. Gong Sil's demeanor is terrifying, but as we get to know her, we see a woman who needs a good nap. This character was hilarious, and though she had a rough time dealing with all the spirits who needed her, she was always helped poor unfortunate souls find their peace. Gong Hyo-Jin slayed this role. The way she executed different characters, and then transitioned by to Gon Sil, it was an in-depth display of her vast talent. As scared as I was, in the beginning, her character made me laugh so much. As she blossoms into her own, the effervescence of her life, and spirit shone brightly and I enjoyed watching the pitiful caterpillar grow into a butterfly.

While Gong Sil made me laugh, Joo Joong-Won made me snort on multiple occasions. This character was beyond hilarious. Joong-Won is a chaebol who happens to have the magic aura of keeping ghosts away. He finds himself having to deal with a clingy woman, who doesn't want him for romantic purposes, but rather a "ghost-away" spray. So Ji-Sub's expressions made me laugh so much. There was this quirk of his eyebrow that always shot up. It was the most hilarious thing I've seen.

The chemistry between these to leads was steamy. They played off of each other in such a way that you couldn't help but ship them.

Second lead Kang Woo played by Seo In Guk, was incredibly sweet. I didn't ship him with Gong Sil, but his performance touched my heart. The other second lead, Tae Yi-Ryung played by Kim Yoo-Ri was annoying as usual. This particular actress played the second lead in other drama's and I always end up hating the characters she played. I don't know if the character was as annoying as I found it, but it was the regular antics and schemes of a female lead.

If you haven't watched it, enjoy this masterpiece

Happy drama watching!