January 07, 2024
By: Angelyn Enopia

The Rise of Liza Soberano: A Lesson in Courage and Creativity

There was one moment Liza Sobrareno was asked.What if you fail?
And she answered “At least I try!” and now she is praised by her co-star and in Hollywood LA standing on the red carpet for the premier movie of the most awaited movie Lisa Frankenstein!

I couldn’t be so proud of where is now, she’s so pretty wearing a dress. She really has the face of a Hollywood star, she deserves so much love and I am so glad that she decided to go out of her comfort zone and explore her craft. I love how she stands by herself and what she wants regardless of receiving a backlash from Filipino fans. Her beauty is undeniable but her unwavering determination that's truly stands out!

Despite skepticism and criticism, Liza remained unbothered. She gasp the challenge, starting from scratch while working relentlessly to make a name for herself in an industry that sometimes overlooks outsiders. Her journey empowers all Filipinos, reminding them to break free from tradition and embrace the unknown.

In a recent interview, Liza spoke openly about the Filipino need to please others. She emphasized her tendency to prioritize peace over individuality, avoiding confrontation and innovation. Her remarks resonated with me, reminding me of the value of standing up for oneself and daring to be different.I hope Liza's success sparks an awakening in the Philippine entertainment industry. We need creative minds like hers, people who aren't scared to question the existing quo and push the limits of what's possible. Let us not settle for mediocrity; let us strive for greatness and dare to dream large.

As Liza continues to make waves on the big screen, I am convinced that her influence will live on. She is more than just an actor; she represents courage, perseverance, and the boundless potential within each of us. Let us celebrate her accomplishments and learn from her example, because her journey serves as inspiration for our own.

By the way! Lisa Frankenstein is now available in the cinemas! Here’s what the story about.

Attempts to transform him into her ideal romantic partner using a broken tanning bed in her garage. Lisa Frankenstein' is set in the lively late 1980s. The plot revolves around an outcast high schooler named Lisa (Kathryn Newton), who accidently revives an attractive Victorian corpse (Dylan Sprouse) during a thunderstorm. Lisa uses a damaged tanning bed in her garage to try to make him her ideal romantic companion.Diablo Cody, a renowned screenwriter, wrote the script for the film, which is inspired by Mary Shelley's classic 1818 novel 'Frankenstein'. It promises to be an unorthodox love story, with Lisa and her reanimated crush embarking on a voyage full of romance, fun, and perhaps a hint of horror."

January 18 2024

Unraveling the Mystery in "A Shop for Killers":
A Thrilling Ride into the Unknown

I recently stumbled upon the gripping K-drama "A shop of killers" while scrolling through TikTok, and let me tell you – it's a rollercoaster of emotions and suspense! Having a soft spot for K-dramas, especially those in the mystery and thriller genres, I was immediately hooked by the intense plot and intriguing characters.

The Enthralling Beginning

The drama kicks off with a bang, quite literally, as the protagonist, Jeong Ji-an, finds herself targeted by deadly assassins due to her late uncle's dangerous legacy. The scene where Ji-an utilizes a mirror to unveil the sniper's blind spot had me on the edge of my seat. It's clear from the start that this drama is not for the faint-hearted; it plunges straight into action, leaving viewers hungry for more.

Meet Jeong Ji-an

Played by the talented Kim Hye-jun, Ji-an is not your average damsel in distress. Trained by her uncle, Ji-man, she possesses skills that make her a force to be reckoned with. The series weaves through her past, providing glimpses into her childhood and the mysterious teachings of her enigmatic uncle.

The Intriguing Mystery

One of the central mysteries of the show revolves around Ji-an's uncle, who seems to be a shop owner for killers. The plot thickens as questions arise – why does Ji-an become a target, and what is the hazardous legacy left by her uncle? The show keeps viewers guessing about the motives behind the relentless pursuit of the highly competent killers.

Plot Hole or Plot Twist?

While I'm captivated by the drama, a nagging question arises – why is Ji-an seemingly oblivious to her uncle's illicit activities? He trained her, showed her weapons, and even had a bulletproof cabinet. Yet, she claims to have known him for ten years without truly understanding him. Is this a plot hole or an intentional part of the storyline? It leaves us pondering whether Ji-an's apparent cluelessness is a strategic element in the narrative or an oversight.

Looking Forward

Despite the lingering questions, "A Shop for killers A – which is a live adaptation of the novel The Killer’s Shopping Mall by Kim Ji-young" has me eagerly anticipating each new episode. The combination of action, mystery, and Ji-an's compelling character keeps me hooked. As we wait for the plot to unfold, the drama's enigmatic nature only adds to the overall intrigue. Bring on the next episode – I can't wait to dive deeper into this thrilling world of assassins, secrets, and unexpected twists!

Cast

Main Characters:
Lee Dong-wook as Jeong Ji-man: A man who operates a unique shopping mall named 'Murder Help' in secret. He takes care of his niece, Ji-an.Kim Hye-jun as Jeong Ji-an: A young girl who, after losing her parents, is raised by her unconventional uncle, Jeong Ji-man.Ahn Se-bin as child Jeong Ji-an: Portrays the younger version of Jeong Ji-an.

Where to watch?

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• imdb

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July 25 2023

What it means to be an ordinary

I know I should be grateful because I do have work, I am a full-time employee but I am so exhausted and just wanted to give up. I don’t want to work anymore, but I do have bills to pay. I can’t help to say.“Bakit hindi na lang ako pinanganak na mayaman?”This past few weeks I have been in a battle of myself if I will continue to study or just work in a corporate job. They said once you earn your own money you will feel unmotivated to go back and finish your degree. I would agree with them actually, there a times that I think maybe I should just work and never go back again finishing my degree and just working since I already can earn money without any degree. Being in college during the pandemic did a lot for me, I decided to work after the school year finished.I was not expecting to have a job in a call center, I know that I am not mentally stable enough to deal with people's BS but I got the job anyway and I didn’t expect that I could do it! Even though I thought of not going back to study in college there still part of me wanted to finish college. Experience the college life! I have so many plans and goals and one of them is to finish college.A state university was open for transfer and applied for the transfer, but I hesitated. I think a lot while processing the papers, should I continue this? I heard a lot of negative feedback from that university but I say to myself. No there’s nothing wrong with trying, it’s not sure yet if I will be accepted but those feedbacks lingers in my head. They said the system was broken, and I heard a lot of people saying that they wouldn’t recommend that school to someone but I said to myself do I have a choice?If I will study in private universities, yes they will hear your voice if you complain but do I have the money to make them listen? We couldn’t afford or I say I couldn’t afford to enroll myself self in private school not even if I wanted to.So much happened that day, I lost and walked for the equivalent of two train stations just to get in the right way to go home. It’s my first time in Manila to commute (I usually ride Angkas but since I don’t have money anymore and so I commute and ride the wrong jeepny that brought me out of nowhere) and so I lost. I walked in the middle of nowhere on a sunny day and just wanted to cry but I calmed myself. In the morning, an Angkas driver calls me stupid (not literally) because I booked an Angkas and rode with a different rider. (While waiting on the sidewalk, an Angkas driver stopped in front of me so I thought that was my Angkas driver and rode. Yeah, stupid I know but I am late! In my psychological exam! And speaking of the psychological exam, I didn’t even answer the haft of the questionnaires because the time was up so I just randomly shaded the remaining circles and it’s also stressing me out)Back after walking in the middle of nowhere I finally managed to ride the right train and after that, I booked a joyride (traumatized in angkas) because couldn’t take it anymore, I was so exhausted and it was evening already and I just wanna fall asleep because I might collapse since I am not also feeling well.
While on the way home I saw a little girl in the middle of the road and she was carrying her sister who I think was still months old. They were begging in the middle of the dangerous place and I couldn’t help but cry. After what happened, after what I have been through for the last couple of weeks I never cried but just the sight of them breaks my heart. I breakdown.I cried for them Not because I pitied them but because I couldn’t help them, I wanted to give them something but I couldn’t because I don’t have enough money anymore. I feel so hopeless and foolish. This is what it means to be an ordinary.This is why I hate to be one because being ordinary means you can’t do anything. You don’t have enough power to change something, you are weak and helpless. How can you help someone when can’t help yourself? How could you change someone’s life when yours is messed up? How could you save someone when you are also drowning?I hate to be ordinary because you can’t be generous to others and worst sometimes to yourself. You need to work hard to reach your goals, you need to abuse yourself to survive, you need to suffer from injustice system, you don't have a choice, you don't have a privilege to enjoy life as much as you can even if wantI am so tired of everything.
I am so tired of the Philippine Government
I am so tired of working
I am so tired of living
I am so tired of pretending
I am so tired of hiding
I am so tired of enduringBakit ba lalo pang pinahihirapan ang mahirap?Bakit ba ang hirap mangarap kapag mahirapBakit ba ang hirap hirap maging mahirap?

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April 20 2023

By Angelyn Enopia

You are just in time

In your 20's
You are not left behind
Time is not running so fast
You are just in time.In your 20's, you must feel that you should already achieved anything in your life. You feel that the world is moving so fast and you never know what to do, maybe your anxious what happened in the future. Please, be patient, please be kind to yourself. We are not running in race which need someone to win. Take a deep breath, and remember that we are not rushing everything. You grow banana, you will have banana. But first you must water the tree, put some good fertilizer, make sure it was lighten by the sun. It will takes, many rain and sun before it grows. You will first see our the leave grow before you see the fruit grow. See, it's a gentle process.You can't plant a banana tree, and expect a banana next day. That's not things work, if the right time will come. It will come, just keep watering the banana. Love it patience. Remember the story about the monkey and the turtle? Because the monkey was rushing banana to have its fruit he end up not having one. While the turtle plant the banana on the ground, the turtle started with the roots. You can't rush success, remember learning in those process because growing as a person is one of the success you'll ever make.

December 28 2023

Sometimes universe will reject you to put you in a better place.

I remember saying that I would never be able to work in the BPO industry as I heard that it was toxic and it would damage your mental health. As a person I admit is not mentally stable this scare the shit out of me, I don’t have the confidence to talk to different people, and worst in the call.My friend who works in BPO referred me, I told her I wanted to work and she said I could try to apply to her company. At first I was skeptical but then she called me, said where are you? Your interview should start now. I’m here waiting.”I felt so embarrassed by not showing but then I did. I tried to apply to her company, I just walked in but unfortunately, I was not able to land the job because I failed the typing test. It’s my first time, and I have done stupid stuff haha haha. I was able to pass the interview but not the assessment. I finished my job interview at noon and someone approached me after I went out and asked me if I wanted to apply to their company.At first, I was again skeptical and afraid that I might get scammed although I don’t have money to be scammed in the first place. Lmao. But I was like, well it’s still early to go home, might just try to apply again in another company. I followed the lady, I think she’s a recruiter.I applied, I waited, I again tried the assessments, and this time the company’s interviewers and other staff were nice. They let me take the typing test again and again until I passed. I tried two times :)The process was just one day, and so I waited for the whole day and remembered to go home at eleven pm. I was so guilty because it was raining outside and my father had been waiting for me for five hours already in the small shade to make himself dry. Thinking about it, I still wanna cry about how my father is so supportive.But I got the job.I applied in Centris, well it’s a good place but I was being transferred to techno hub and this is the place. I'm so glad I was able to work here because the place is peaceful and greenery. If you want to think and be alone, and just watch nature bond with the cats you can do that here.The place is not only what I am thankful for, the first company I applied to was a telco company and I heard that telco is a toxic environment. And so when I applied to the next company I landed a job in healthcare account.In healthcare accounts, you will still encounter some irate callers but most of them are nice, they are patient. Heath is one the important things in our society because it is our life and so you can’t also avoid encountering some sad story.I had this call where the caller just wanted to talk to someone because she just lost someone in her family. Called to cancel their plans because they can’t afford it anymore because they lost their jobs. I remember I had this call where I cried with the other person on the other line, sometimes I cried with them and sometimes I cried for them.
All of them have different stories to tell, and all of them have something to deal with but still, they manage to be kind.I don’t know if this is the universe's plan, but I am so glad to be able to be here. Sometimes or most of the time, the world is going to reject you and shout at you that you are not good enough but there is a always better place to be. It’s waiting for you, so be patient with it. Time will come :)A reminder from me to me and from me to you.

December 26 2023

By Angelyn Enopia

My thoughts about: Cry, or better yet, beg
(Warning, I am a hater)

About this Novel
from the Webtoon of Cry, or better yet, beg

After losing her parents at the age of 12, Layla Llewellyn is passed from one uncaring relative to another until she’s sent away to another country altogether. Arriving in the Empire of Berg, she is placed in the care of Bill Remmer, a gruff distant relative who seems to care for little else other than his work as a groundskeeper for the renowned Herhardt family. After years of neglect, all Layla wants is a place to call home, but her encounters with the dashing Duke Matthias von Herhardt and the rest of high society pose trials and tribulations for the tender-hearted girl. This series contains themes regarding child abuse that may not be suitable for all readers. Viewer discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, please reach out for help at Crisis

My Thoughts and Why I don’t like this novel:
Cry, or better yet, beg

So I read the manga Cry or better yet Beg after reading it on webtoon. I have already heard this novel before and am ready to hear different reactions to it. Some of them said that they put DNF in this novel and some of them actually like this novel. And I would say that I don’t like it, but I don’t entirely hate it either?In the first half of the beginning, there is no happening since Layla is still twelve years old and Mattias is already 18. I know there is a massive age gap. I think the reason why they introduce us to this age is to show us their childhood. Mattias had a normal childhood, although he was expected to be perfect he was admired and respected by everyone who was around him. While Layla is the opposite, she was abused by her relatives and abandoned by her mother. She was sent to bill her distant relative. Despite Bill saying that he will send Laylka for adoption, she ends up growing up with him and six years later the real story begins.Mattias while walking in the forest meets Layla again, but unlike before she grows up beautifully. Mattias immediately was captured by her beauty and unlike any other ML he admitted that immediately. He figured out that he desired Layla and was even jealous of her best friend Kyle. Layla on the other hand is the opposite, she hates the duke. Honestly, I don’t get why she hates the duke so much, I mean at first, he doesn’t do something bad to her to make her upset coz he doesn’t care but yes she hates him. However, I understand that she felt uncomfortable and suffocated with him. Mattias is intimidating and doesn’t smile so I would be uncomfortable if I am also with him.Although Mattias admitted that he desired Layla he also said that he can’t lose his reputation and honor for a woman like her. Mattias saw Layla as a woman that could only satisfy his desire, and remain a lowly ordinary woman in his eyes. This is the reason why I don’t like Mattias, he is a selfish jerk and does whatever he wants. Aside from him don; know how to love someone because she doesn’t express love from his family despite their good relationship I don't have any other reason for him to be so a piece of shit. While looking at Layla with Kyle, she was smiling from ear to ear but with him, she always bowed her head and that gave him a reason to make her cry instead. Poor boy doesn't know how to make a girl laugh so he makes her cry instead to get attention.Layla is a free-spirited woman and so optimistic in life. She wants to live peacefully and simply with her uncle Bill and explore the forest as much as she likes. I like her character quite a bit, she knows how to treasure someone, and she’s kind. Although she’s stubborn and she always cries. Like how can she be so stubborn and be a crying baby at the same time?! I am so glad she leaves the ML but I am surprised that she goes back to him after everything. If I were her I would rather die. I don’t even know if she fell in love with him or if there is love between them because everything is just madness.I think Layla is so easy to impress with and anyone can take heart. She’s not that ambitious woman, she had dreams but she also wants to live a simple life so I don’t understand Mattias. Maybe because there was no internet in his time and he couldn't search how to get women’s hearts but he is so dumb. I think he needs a study session with some male lead who knows how to take care of his woman. Aside from being a jerk, he was also a coward. I am so scared of this man sometimes. I mean he boldly says that he wants her but only to her. He wanted to have Layla but still have his perfect life. You know the feeling when someone says that he or she likes you but doesn't want to have a relationship with you but also still wants to be friends with you because he doesn’t want to fight for you? Yeah, that's what he is for me. He doesn't like to risk his title.Did I mention that he has a fiancee? No? Well, now you know. The reason why he was so jerky is that t while he is pursuing Layla he has a fiance that was arranged for him. He wanted to fulfill his responsibility and continue to be a perfect son/grandson so much that he couldn't obey his mother and grandmother and pursue the person he liked so much properly but when she was pursued by someone ready to introduce her to the world he was also against it and used his power to send him away from Layla.
Although I hate Claudia, I hate Mattias more.
Claudia is the Fiance of Mattias but is not in love with him and only wants his status, although she knows that Mattias is attracted to Layla she doesn’t care because she sees Layla as beneath her and nothing compares to her—she invited Layla in purpose to just show off how different their status is which makes Layla feel more inferior. Claudia and Mattias belong to each other, they should just end up together and leave Layla alone.Warning, spoilers ahead.He is a manipulator and just does whatever he wants. He was like a lion waiting for a perfect change in his prey and devouring every part of it. And when he saw a great opportunity to finally tie Layla in his hand he did not hesitate. Well, I read many horrible male leads in my years of reading but I guess I did not expect this one after the accident happened because of Uncle Bill that almost cost Mattiasgrandmother’s life. Bill was found guilty and locked him, so Layla does not have a choice but to ask Mattias for help. Mattias did not hesitate to seize the opportunity and ask for her body in exchange for her uncle's freedom and she became his Mistress.I was so annoyed with Bill at that time since his stupidity brought Layla into that situation. Mattias keeps using her body as much as he wants but she does not have a choice but to obey.If Mattias doesn't have a hater I am dead. If Mattias has millions of haters I am one of them, If Mattias has one hater that is me. If the world is against Mattias, count me in.The amount of hate Mattiass receives from Layla is not enough. And what she did is also not enough, I would like to suffer more. I want everyone in the Novel to suffer.I hate a lot of characters in this novel I hate all the characters because all of them are entitled. Just because they live in wealth they treat someone like an ordinary different, they insult Layla, bully her, and manipulate her. Social status plays a big part in this novel also. I think this novel is just like that CEO kdrama you’ll watch but in a historical setting. Classism still exists and elitist still thinks they can rule the world. Thank goodness I am reading this through my phone because if I do have a physical copy I will burn it with hope Mattias burns with it and turns into ashes.To be honest, I don’t even know why I finished reading this book, maybe because I expected him to change but he did not. Don’t get me wrong, trust me I do understand his lack of affection but no.I read about a villain who ruined the world and killed many people. But Mattias? I can’t just find a reason to justify his action. I feel like a person like him will never change because there is no sign of any reason for him to be an awful person. Just like I said, Layla is a simple woman again and again and again. Just love her, cherish her, be kind to her, and she will sacrifice herself to you. But anyway I don’t entirely hate Mattias okay? I do find him likable sometimes, maybe 0.1 percent because of his looks but aside from that I am generally disgusted by this man, he was narcissist-obsessed and straight-up evil.There are a lot of things happening in this novel that I won’t spoil but I will admit I did enjoy reading this book a bit. This got me out in the Reading Slump and I just read this in two days. Yes, you read it right :)This has hundreds of chapters but I read in two sections and that’s because of how incredibly this novel was written, you won’t get bored because you feel a mixed emotion every time. This is written in third person POV and I feel I am just watching a television series while reading this.This is why I love reading, and books that are so well written because no matter how horrible the characters' attitudes are, you will keep reading it until its very end like you were hypnotized by it. You can write the most morally ethically wrong and people are going to still draw and support you as long as you write it beautifully. I even saw a lot of fans of this novel defending Mattias. If you are one of them you better touch some grass and think about your life decision.I like the vibes while reading this novel. I re-read this already even though I hate Mattias because of the scenery I feel while reading this Novel.But if you ask me about the ending. I would say I don’t like the ending of this Novel, it’s just I don’t know, I want more tragedy. I would rather all of them are dead than have a happy ending, like after everything happened?! If you are curious, yes they got together and had two kids.

Do I recommend it?

I don’t know, do you? Just kidding.Of course but I would recommend this book only to readers who have experience reading on Wattpad with those dark romances at the age of thirteen years old and I am not kidding.I did enjoy reading this novel so there is no harm in trying to recommend it but I understand if you will not finish it or decide not to read this one. Though if you read this novel kindly just check the trigger warning.If you like Angst's story maybe you can try to read this one but if you want to read something much lighter novel this is probably not for you. Well, we have different tastes.Anyway this is it for now, maybe I’ll add some more in the future.Feel free to leave a comment, what do you think about this novel?

December 26 2023

By Angelyn Enopia

• Our World

If this is the movie
I would say this is our happily ever after
But this is not, because this is just the start
This is the beginning of a journey with youA life bond with no destination
A series without a conclusion
Even if time will reverse
I will always choose to stand here
Holding your hands beside youOver the years finding love, I never thought I’ll meet you.
I was downhearted and felt hopeless.I stood in nowhere wondering, fearing, and doubting if there is ever a human being was is meant for me.
I’ve searched in the crowds, in every corner of the city, in every place but I found you in an unexpected space.Once upon midnight in a Deep darkness lonely night there you are giving me a light.
Our conversation began, it has never stopped until now.
It keeps flowings like a river, and your words are deep like the blue ocean.Perhaps it is also light as a feather, it gives me peace and makes me calm.
As I look into your eyes, I know in myself that you are the person I wanted to be with for this lifetime.
As soon as I heard your voice, that I never heard before. I know, you're the one I’ve been waiting for.
Your warmth is like a sun kiss in the morning, it’s cozy and feels like home.Among all the people I met, the riches are in you.
You lift me up, the way you lift yourself.
You are gentle and innocent
You’re bright like a burst of sunshine,
Your golden heart brings me into a new world that I never knew.
In all the world there is no heart for me like yours
In the world, there is no love for you like mineTo the world where our loves never died.
To the world where we live our fullest life.
To the world, we ruled.
To the world that is ours
Because it is us.We may have distance, but destiny makes us one.
It makes us stronger than anyone.
Stronger than a storm that will ever come
I can’t thank god enough for how grateful I was,
In this world like the sky that has a million stars
Who would think we’ll be in the same place, same universe, same country, and in the same lifeline
It was magical and maybe a miracle at the same time.
Meeting you is the best gift from above.
Loved by you is more than enough
You give me strength, and reason to live
You give me courage and confidence
And I can’t ask more than anything but to be with you for all the time passMy mind, body, and soul were bewitched by your existence.
You enchant me with your beauty and kind heart
You were my hope, my dream, and the one I only desire.
I love you for the rest of my life,
For my every breath,
For every second,
For every beat of my heart.
I love you with the dust of who I was,
With the skin, I am now, and with the bones that one day will decorate my tomb.You are my everything
You are my life
I am yours
And you are mine
I am yours as the river belongs to the sea
I am yours for the first and last,
For better and worst
For good and bad
and nothing will stop us from loving for the rest of our lives.

January 17, 2024

By Angelyn Enopia

My Dearest: A Tale of Love and War

“For me, you are enough for me, Madam. Poor Gilchae, rich Gilchae, cheeky Gilchae, gentle Gilchae. Gilchae, who does not love me. Gilchae, who loves me. However you are, all I need is Gilchae.”

Since I watched this last week, I honestly don't know where to begin. As everyone celebrates the new year, I'm binge-watching this Korean drama in one sitting in my room. The protagonist of the drama is a pretty and straightforward girl named Chae Gil. She is liked by every man in her town, which makes other women envious of her. She is an honest woman, and her actions are viewed by all as inappropriate for a woman.Gil Chae is good at making men fall in love with her, but she is unable to win over the person she is interested in. A mysterious man named Lee Jang Hyun appears out of nowhere in the Neunggun-ri social scene. Really, not much is known about him. He is disliked by younger nobility, but he has the old attuned to them. He has been seeing a lot of different women, but one day the 99-tailed fox piques his interest and practically lands in his arms.Before they can even begin to make sense of their feelings, the couple is split up when war breaks out.

Character Analysis: Gilchae's Resilience and Jang Hyun's Unconditional Love

Gilchae is such a strong woman, she’s pretty and a noble woman. I like her character development so much! She is the person what we called a survivor, she knows how to stand up for herself and also f0r her love once. In the midst of war when everyone is scared and feel hopeless you need someone that is strong enough to give you courage to fight and someone you can hold on and she becomes that person. Although it is not her responsibility to take care of others, she did it wholeheartedly and willing to sacrifice herself for them. She becomes selfless and most of all she show up when they need someone like her the most. I do like Gilchae even in the beginning, since I like a woman who knows what they want and is honest to their feelings. Gilchae is not afraid to show what she truly is even if she was being outcast for being herself. I can’t blame her for liking someone that she thinks is good enough for her, after all we all love what we think we deserve even though that person is not the best.She’s bubbly at first but then we can see that she gradually changes over the time, I like how they actually show how her character changes. From being young to mature.Gilchae's character is well written, she’s not a typical female lead who is damsel in distress and needs a prince to be saved. We might not see her as a good fighter who wields a sword but is incredibly strong. She deserves to be loved, she deserves all the love after what they have been through.

Lee Jang Hyun

“ Did you ever hate me?”“The day you left me for good, I resented you so much that I stared at you for a while. However, no matter how long I looked, I could never feel hatred toward you. Instead, I hated myself. How cold of you. Did you even imagine how I must have felt?”
“ I could not imagine it. I just knew that my heart was being torn into a thousand pieces and could only hope that you would not feel the way I did.”I have no words, this man is just perfect. I would go to war just to fight for this man.
The way this man love is just so beautiful and unconditionally. He is literally willing to do everything for Gilchae, he is so in love with him. I like every part of this man, I love him so much. Please I would sell my soul to have someone like him, a man who will accept every version of you, will love every flaw you think is not lovable and will cherish you without asking for an exchange and he will go to war just to save you. A hero will sacrifice you to save the world but Jahyun will slay everyone on his ground who touches Gilchae.I like the Jahyun character. For me, I can't stand a man that is nonchalant and has a bland personality and I like that Jahyun is a playful one and actually has realistic flaws. People call her a loser or a fraud but I do believe that the reason why survive in war is because he knows when to fight or not. I am really fond of characters who actually think and analyze the situation before making a stupid decision. Jahyun is not born with a title that is why women in the town did not like him but he is resourceful and Quick-witted. He is a kind of man no matter where you go, even with a single penny he can definitely give you a life you wanted.I think people like Jahyun are not easy to fall in love with or take years to find love but when they do find one they never forget. Like they gave everything their love to someone.Jahyun even many years have passed, he still loves Gilchae and his feelings never change even though he was hurt to the point he hated himself for it. Jahyun's character fits in the drama so much, and he and Gilchae match. They deserve each other.

Love Beyond Circumstances: Gilchae and Jang Hyun's Story

Gilchae and Jang Hyun's love story is the best. I love them so much. After so many years, thank goodness they are finally in each other’s arms. I am so happy that they have the happy ending that they deserve.Since Gilchae is in love with someone else, we see Jang Hyun secretly loving her and protecting her. I like when Jang Hyun will literally do something intentionally to show he cares for Gilchae. Their love story is slow but yet it is certain. Their love story is one of my favorite love stories I have ever read, no unnecessary love triangle. Love can bloom everywhere even in the midst of the war, and the more destiny trying to separate them they always see meet in unexpected place and time.

Engaging Plot: A Historical Drama Worth Binge-Watching

The plot is easy to follow but is so good. I actually hesitated watching this for the first time so I watched this just this January because I have seen a lot of people recommending it on tiktok and this won a baeksang award. I love the love story of the two main characters so much, it depicts the war realistically. I have been a fan of historical kdrama not just for the cinematography but also the plot. They are so unique and it just feels so different from contemporary romance. Historical love stories hits really different, although it hurts the hell out me. I am still addicted to it.For me there is no dull moment in this Kdrama, every scene mattered and if it’s a book it is a page turner. I can't stop watching it after watching the episode and just realize that I have already finished the 21 episodes. Though I can see that there is someone who answers questions and plot holes but still like it though. I enjoy it so much and probably will rewatch this show ever now and thenHighly Recommended!I would not say this kdrama is light heart because obviously it is not, but if you wanted to watch something while holding a cap of coffee. You need to watch this one!

January 08, 2024

By Angelyn Enopia

Premier Review of one of the most awaited anime series in 2024: The Arise of Solo Leveling

I have been waiting for the solo leveling and it is finally here! Solo leveling premiere last January 06 2024,When crunchyroll announced the news that Solo Leveling anime confirmed and will be
animated under A-1 pictures all anime and manhwa readers were hype and including myself. Solo Leveling is known for this god-like art style and good story. I have been a fan of Solo Leveling since I read it years ago, and I can’t wait to watch the animated version!

Synopsis

"The Gate" opened up ten years ago, bridging the gap between the physical world and the magical and monstrous realm. Ordinary people were given superhuman abilities to fight these hideous creatures, and these people were called "Hunters." Sung Jin-Woo, who is twenty years old, is one such Hunter, but his pitiful power is so small that it is likened to even a meager E-Rank. Nevertheless, in order to cover his mother's medical expenses, he hunts monsters nonstop in low-rank Gates.But this dismal existence is put to an end when Jin-Woo, who thinks he is the only one who survived a mission gone horribly wrong, wakes up three days later in a hospital to discover an enigmatic screen floating in front of him. This "Quest Log" mandates that Jin-Woo finish an unattainable, rigorous training regimen or else incur the proper punishment. The rigorous nature of the mission makes Jin-Woo reluctant to follow at first, but he soon realizes that it might well make him into one of the most formidable Hunters in the world.

Manhwa Vs Anime
(The art style)

Okay first, let’s start with the art style. Art style in the Manhwa is god tier and no one can deny that. This is one of the main ingredients to this Manhwa if we are going to compare it to a dish. One of the reasons why this is so popular.In the transition from manhwa to anime, the differences in art style become pronounced. While vibrant colors in posters may grab a reader's attention, in anime, the focus shifts to dynamic movements and saturated colors to engage viewers. The manhwa's varied art style, with stronger features and nuanced tones, caters to the static nature of print, aiming to captivate readers through visual aesthetics. On the other hand, anime relies on animation and dynamic visuals, often opting for more intense and saturated colors to enhance the viewing experience and convey emotions effectively. This divergence in artistic approach reflects the mediums' distinct requirements and the need to adapt to their unique storytelling methods.
However, I sincerely hope that we will see A-1 animated pictures and top-notch art in anime. Some excellent anime that we have seen include Black Clover, Sword Art Online, and others, so I'm sure they'll pull this off!

The beginning

I have been curious about how A-1 picture will execute the first episode of this Mahwa, I have been asking myself how they were going to begin the story and they did not disappoint me! If I were not a manhwa reader and just watching this anime I would be so hooked on this anime after the first episode and asking for more.They started the episode in action, immediately showing what is happening in the world instead of explaining it. Ranks are immediately introduced since it plays a big part not just in the anime but also in their society. People are divided into ranks and what ranks they are dungeons and monsters they can kill. Honestly watching the Anime makes me read the Manhwa again and I am re reading it right now. I feel so much nostalgia and so glad to see this manhwa being animated after it finished. I miss Solo Leveling so much!They begun the anime in the scene fighting with a chimera which is obviously not the same in Manhwa, even though I already read the Manhwa, having changes of what happened in the anime makes wants to watch it more and make me feels like I am watching this story for the first time

The Characters

There are some characters that we introduced much more early than the original pace of the story, just like the chairman and the S-Rank Cha Hae-In the our beloved heroine, which by the way both are strong in their own way. In the Manhwa it did not dive right away to the Korean Hunter Association but for me it is a great idea to introduce immediately to the audience since just like I said it made the viewers hooked and take interest in the story.I think the pacing in the anime is much faster which means we might see our ML leveling up much more early but I hope it will not be rushed. Pacing is one of the imprint key components in the story but as of now I could see that they are really doing a good job pacing it. They gave the right amount of information that the reader needs to know to follow the story and get their attention.

Not so long the our main character was introduced, he was known as a weakest hunter around the area. Even though he is weak and almost die for many time he doesn’t have a choice because he needs to earn money as his sister is entering college and her mother is in a hospital bed. We can see that he is truly weak because he was so easily hurt. Well our MC is typical a weak hero protagonist but then still iconic.

I like the Character design of the anime, I like that there are no drastic changes in the character design because as much as I love anime artstyle I still wanted to see a hint of the artstyle of the artist of solo leveling because that is one the reason why I love Solo Leveling that much.To sum up, the anime adaptation of Solo Leveling has started off promisingly, encapsulating the essence of the series while incorporating intriguing elements to maintain fans' interest. Fans of Solo Leveling are excitedly awaiting the next installments of this engrossing journey, and expectations for more fantastic episodes are still high.

Romantic Good Movies To Watch for this Valentines

Finding a good movie to watch together with your love once? worry no more! Here's the best romantic movies to binger for.

Head over heels (2001 Firm)Amanda Pierce, a New York paintings conservator at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, has poor taste in men, as she discovers when her lover cheats on her with a supermodel. She searches for a new apartment and discovers one with four struggling models: Jade, Roxana, Candi, and Holly.When Amanda discovers that Jim Winston, a guy she likes, lives in the apartment opposite from hers, she begins spying on him to identify his weakness. One night, she witnesses him murder Megan O'Brien. However, she is the sole witness, and when the police arrive, they discover no evidence of the crime.Amanda and her new pals investigate Jim on their own after becoming dissatisfied with the police's inaction.ReviewI had a lot of fun with this film, I love the four models so much and the story is not cliché. There is some hint of mystery on it, I don't want to spoil but it is really good.

How to lose a guy in 10 days (2003 Film)Donald Petrie directed the 2003 romantic comedy How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, which stars Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey. It is based on Michele Alexander and Jeannie Long's picture book with the same title. Because the book is a list of comedy dating "don'ts" rather than a narrative, the characters and scenario were constructed expressly for the film.ReviewI laugh so hard in this movie, it is funny and so freaking fun to watch.

The Proposal (2009 film)Anne Fletcher directed and Peter Chiarelli wrote The Proposal, a 2009 American romantic comedy film. The film is produced by Kurtzman/Orci Productions, Mandeville Films, and Touchstone Pictures for Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. It stars Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds, with Malin Åkerman, Craig T. Nelson, Mary Steenburgen, and Betty White in supporting parts. The plot revolves around a Canadian executive who discovers she may be deported from the United States after her visa renewal application is denied. Determined to save her position as editor-in-chief of a publishing business, she persuades her patient personal assistant to play the role of her fiancé for the time being.Chiarelli authored the draft in 2005, which kicked off development. Principal filming took place over two months, from March to May 2008. Critics gave the picture mixed reviews, praising Bullock and Reynolds' performances and chemistry while criticizing the screenplay and what they saw as a conventional plot structure. It was a box office hit, generating more than $317 million worldwide on a $40 million budget. Bullock was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture Comedy or Musical.

Confessions of a ShopaholicRebecca "Becky" Bloomwood, a shopping junkie, lives in New York City with her best friend, Suze. She is a gardening magazine journalist who aspires to work for Alette, a fashion magazine. On her way to an interview with Alette, she attempts to buy a green scarf, but her credit card is denied. Rebecca approaches to a hot dog stall and offers to pay for all of the hot dogs with a check if the seller gives her back the change in cash, explaining that the scarf is a gift for her ailing aunt. The dealer refuses, but another customer gives her the $20 required for the scarf.

Wedding DazeAgainst the advice of his best buddy Ted, Anderson proposes to his girlfriend Vanessa at a crowded restaurant while costumed as a cupid. The shock of the surprise proposal causes her deadly heart attack.Anderson is completely upset and distraught, so he leaves his work and enters into mourning. A year later, he is still smitten with his flawless (and deceased) ex-girlfriend. While Ted and Anderson are having lunch in a diner, Ted mentions that he has been in grief for longer than they were together. To help him move on, Ted persuades him to give romance another chance. Anderson decides to satisfy his friend, looks around, and proposes marriage to the gorgeous waitress Katie. To both men's complete surprise, she accepts his.

27 DressesJane Nichols has been a bridesmaid at twenty-seven weddings. One night, while attending two weddings almost simultaneously, she meets Kevin Doyle, who disgusts her with his cynical attitude about marriage. Kevin and Jane share a cab home, and she forgets her day planner. Kevin looks over the planner and decides to return it to Jane. Meanwhile, Jane's sister Tess arrives after a trip to Europe and immediately falls in love with Jane's boss George, on whom Jane has an unrequited affection. Tess pretends to be interested in George's love of the outdoors and animal rights, and their relationship quickly develops. They soon reveal their plans to marry in only three weeks. Tess asks Jane to be the wedding planner.

The Wedding Planner
Mary Fiore, an ambitious San Francisco wedding planner, is reintroduced to old acquaintance Massimo by her father Salvatore, who wants them to marry, but Mary resists. Mary, hoping to persuade her boss, Geri, to make her a partner at their company, is recruited to prepare catering heiress Fran Donolly's society wedding to long-term beau "Eddie". Mary's shoe heel becomes stuck in a manhole cover while she is announcing her achievement over the phone. As she attempts to free herself, a taxicab collides with a dumpster, which is racing towards her. A neighboring man pulls her out of the path of the hurtling dumpster just in time, and she manages to thank him before passing out.

Two Weeks NoticeLucy Kelson is an intellectual, highly qualified liberal lawyer based in New York City who focuses on historic preservation, environmental law, and pro bono work. George Wade, a rich real estate developer, is arrogant, needy, and naive. He is also a stylish womanizer. Lucy's hard work and devotion to others stand in stark contrast to George's immature carelessness and avarice.

Sweet Home Alabama (film)On a beach near Pigeon Creek, Alabama, 10-year-old Jake Perry and Melanie Smooter examine the aftermath of lightning striking sand. Jake insists that they will marry one day.Melanie is now a wealthy New York fashion designer who uses the surname "Carmichael" to conceal her low-income Southern beginnings. Melanie returns to Alabama to announce her engagement to her parents and formalize her divorce from her husband Jake, whom she married as a pregnant teenager and abandoned after miscarrying their kid. Meanwhile, Kate Hennings, Andrew's mother and the Mayor of New York City, concerns Melanie's suitability to marry her son, who she is grooming to run for President of the United

Anticipated Korean Dramas of 2024:
A Sneak Peek into Exciting Narratives

Prepare for an exciting journey into the bright and diverse world of Korean dramas planned to premiere in 2024. From exhilarating action stories to touching romances, the Korean entertainment industry is preparing to produce a diverse range of fascinating storytelling. Join us for an exclusive preview of some of the most anticipated dramas on various streaming platforms.

Marry My Husband (Release date: January 01, 2024):Kang Ji Won is married to Park Min Hwan, but their relationship is strained owing to Min Hwan's selfishness and demanding mother. Ji Won is the family's principal breadwinner, and Min Hwan is unemployed and in debt. Ji Won also does all of the household tasks herself.Ji Won receives the tragic news that she has cancer and has just a short time to live. To make matters worse, she discovers her husband and a close friend, Jung Soo Min, are having an affair. A violent battle ensues, culminating in her terrible death at the hands of her husband.Suddenly, she awakens in the past, 10 years ago, when she was dating Min Hwan. Determined to change her life, she arranges for Soo Min to marry Min Hwan. Meanwhile, at work, Yoo Ji Hyeok, a head in the same department as Ji Won, develops affections for her and gradually reveals them. He also has a secret.

Love Song for Illusion:Crown Prince Sajo Hyun (Park Ji-Hoon) possesses two distinct personalities. One is Sajo Hyun. While concealing his identity as the crown prince, he works as a fashion designer for a boutique shop. He can't get over the horrible recollection he received from his repressive father, the king, as a child. His other personality is Ak-Hee (Park Ji-Hoon). He is a gorgeous man who can make people fall in love with him, but he is cursed to experience excruciating pain whenever he touches another person. These two personalities agree to share their bodies for three days at a time.Meanwhile, Yeon Wol (Hong Ye-Ji), an only child and the Yeon Family's successor, was executed together with her entire family for her father's betrayal. Following that, she changed her name to Gye-Ra and joined an assassination squad. One night, she sneaks into the royal palace to assassinate the king and avenge her family's deaths. Things don't go according to plan, and she slips into a trap. When she wakes up, she has become Crown Prince Sajo Hyun's concubine and has no idea who she is. She faces Crown Prince Sajo Hyun and his alter ego, Ak-Hee.

Death's Game.Choi Yee-Jae (Seo In-Guk) was up in a poor home, but he had a bright and friendly attitude. After 7 years of failing to obtain a respectable career, he is now desperate and depressed. Choi Yee-Jae tries to end his life, thinking that everything would be ended. However, after his death, he confronts the entity Death (Park So-Dam), who stands in front of the gate to Hell. He is sentenced to repeat death 12 times in different bodies. If he wishes to avoid going to Hell, he must live.

The Bequeathed.Yoon Seo-ha (Kim Hyun-joo), a college instructor, is surprised to find that her long-forgotten paternal uncle has passed away, leaving her as the sole heir to the family's burial ground. This news brings up bitter memories of her father, who abandoned her and her mother. At the uncle's funeral, Seo-ha's half-brother, Kim Young-ho (Ryu Kyung-soo), requests to be included in the bequest. The circumstance sets off a chain of foreboding events, causing her great concern. Meanwhile, police detective Choi Sung-jun (Park Hee-soon) realizes that the murder is not a straightforward manslaughter case. He investigates the case, which is perplexing and leads to numerous dead ends.The chief inspector, Park Sang-min (Park Byung-eun), disapproves of Sung-jun and removes him from the case. However, his inquiry, which concentrated on important individuals near the burial location, yielded no results. Another murder happens, and the village is turned upside down.[6].

Captivating The King:Yi In (Cho Jung-seok) is a prince. His older brother, King Yi Sun, is very concerned about him. Yi In is kidnapped by the Qing Dynasty after promising to be loyal to his older brother. King Yi Sun soon sees his younger brother's allegiance as betrayal and comes to despise him. Lee In suffers from severe emotional distress as a result of this. Yi In then encounters an unknown baduk player who wagers on her games. He is fully captivated by the baduk player. Lee In becomes king due to circumstances.He occupies the highest position and is a strong person, but he is unhappy and weak on the inside. When Kang Hee-Soo (Shin Se-Kyung) rose to prominence as an unknown baduk player, she met Prince Lee In and fell in love with him. Through a twist of fate, she becomes a spy. She approached King Yi In to get her.

Knight Flower (Release date: January 12, 2024):Begin your year with a historical twist in "Knight Flower," as Lee Ha Nee takes us on a time-traveling adventure to the Joseon era. This drama promises a fearless vigilante and an intriguing exploration of altering present and future timelines.

Flex X Cop (Release date: January 26, 2024):Follow the unconventional journey of a chaebol turned detective in "Flex X Cop." Starring Ahn Bo Hyun, Park Ji Hyun, Kang Sang Joon, and Kim Shin Bi, this drama seamlessly blends crime-solving with the influence of wealth, promising an action-packed narrative.

A Shop For Killers (Release date: January 17, 2024):Step into the intriguing world of "A Shop for Killers," where assassins run a clandestine business behind the façade of a regular shop. Lee Dong Wook and Kim Hye Jun lead this unique exploration of the life of trained killers, offering a fresh perspective that will undoubtedly captivate audiences.

Doctor Slump (Release date: January 27, 2024):Witness the magic of a classic enemies-to-lovers trope in "Doctor Slump," starring Park Shin Hye and Park Hyung Sik. This medical rom-com, set to release on Netflix, guarantees a delightful mix of romance and humor against the backdrop of the medical world.

Queen of Divorce (2024):Kim Sa Ra was the daughter-in-law of South Korea's largest law business, but her husband betrayed her, and she lost everything. She then started working as a divorce troubleshooter. She is currently the team supervisor at Solution, a divorce settlement firm. She punishes wicked spouses and assists people who find themselves in unfair divorce situations.She collaborates alongside Dong Ki Joon. He is Sa Ra's business partner and an advise lawyer at Solution. Prior to joining Solution, he was a great prosecutor known as the "German Shepherd." He earned the nickname due to his persistence and strong insight, but Ki Joon departed the prosecutors' office for unknown reasons. Sa Ra and Ki Joon work together to help clients who are going through painful divorces.

Wonderful World (Release date: March 2024):March into excitement with "Wonderful World," a drama promising mystery, revenge, melodrama, and action. Cha Eun Woo showcases a different side in this highly anticipated series, making it a must-watch as the drama landscape unfolds.

Although I Am Not A Hero (Release date: TBA 2024):Navigate through the challenges of a family losing their supernatural powers in "Although I Am Not A Hero." With Jang Ki Yong, Chun Woo Hee, Go Doo Shim, and Su Hyeon, this drama offers a unique twist on the supernatural genre, blending the extraordinary with the struggles of adapting to modern life.

Prefabricated Family (Release date: TBA 2024):Experience the remake of the hit Chinese drama "Go Ahead" in "Prefabricated Family," led by rising star Hwang In Yeop. This youth romance drama explores the dynamics of childhood friends navigating love and family relationships.