Science Fiction Hype

I hope you are feeling jolly today and that you have ridiculous amounts of holiday food. Ori-santa may not have Christmas-related content, but I ho-ho-hope my drama news will do. Today I talk science fiction in Dramaland that is not gimmicky aliens in love with actresses. I also take a look at exciting drama news from tvN and share more despair from"Missing 9".

Sweet, Sweet Sci-fi

I am not sure about the details ofHyeon Bin'sinvolvementin upcoming science fiction drama"City of Stars", but Korean cinema and television have not tackled the genre much, which I find a shame. Sci-fi at its best is about imagination and philosophy through alien, often extreme circumstances and it does not need a huge budget or even action. Drama "Joseon X-Files - Secret Book" tackled the genre just a bit and I find it an entertaining enough series, but I hope"City of Stars"can be the real deal.

When tvN Gets it Right

Certain grievances aside, my love is strong for some tvN series."Signal"is one of them and with writerKim Eun-hee-Iannouncing the plans for asecond season, I am excited and terrified. I want answers, but I also do not want a sequel made to milk the franchise. I will post more news on that as it comes out, but between this and thepossibilityof aJo Seung-wooandBae Doonadrama coming, tvN is doing some fine luring.

Island Woes

"Missing 9"has gone through quite a few changes, but the series itsnew trailermakes it out to be is just the stuff I love and something quite new to Korean drama. The video is a bit too long and it has pacing issues, but the potential is there. As for the drama itself, I do have my worries, but my excitement is greater. The production has releasedstillsfrom the making of its posters, so let all the goodies roll in.

Upcoming Drama Goodies

"Introvert Boss"brings delightfullywell-conceived postersand otherpromotional materialwhile long anticipated "Saimdang, the Herstory" releases its ownposterand time-bendingvideo. Thefirst teaserof "Strong Woman Do Bong-soon" is also out.Kim Sang-joongtalks actingin"Rebel Hong Gil-dong"and casting news are on fire. Web-drama"Flirty Boy and Girl - 2017"has itsmain castwithChoi Woo-sik,Jang Hui-ryoungandChang Ki-yongwhileJi Chang-wookhasconfirmed"The Happiest Time of my Life".Park Hwan-heehas beencastin"The King Loves"andso hasOh Min-seok.

Followed Dramas

With"Entourage"ending and"Solomon's Perjury"being off to a great start, I am a happy drama fan. "Romantic Doctor Teacher Kim" is progressing as usual and my grabby hands are ready for"Missing 9", which I will be covering for episode reviews. I will also check out"Voice"and do my usual three pieces on it. I wish you all a Merry Christmas, folks!

Written by:Orionfrom 'Orion's Ramblings'