Better late than never is the best I can do these days. I really liked to see how the generosity of this character touched the people around him. There was a king and one of the his guards at the door looked very much like him, an uncanny resemblance. The show had its flaws, as they all do. A pathetic attempt at last minute drama for characters I no longer care about and a plot that I think is fundamentally flawed only solidifies my opinion that this drama is written stupidly, and badly. fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs); Loved loved loved this drama till the ending I liked the acting, the cinematography, the music themes, the multilayered characters. He does as So-woon asks and sends her from the palace to wait for him while he ties up some loose ends, and they arrange to meet in the village soon. Ah.I just can't forget how foolhardy Hasun was to leave without protection when he knew that he had so many people against him. Maybe if you have a better way to say it one day you will get a chance to write a drama yourself. And OOC*. PS: You're not a punk. It kept me Interested. He was awesome!! He gives her a gift the knife that she almost used to take her own life when they first met. @lovepark, I agree with you, especially with regard to: it was a bold move for the show to have Lee Kyu kill the king in secret and become the "king" from the shadows. The Crowned Clown 2019 | Maturity Rating: TV-14 | 1 Season | Period Pieces Standing in for an unhinged Joseon king, a look-alike clown plays the part but increasingly becomes devoted to protecting the throne and the people. He cries again as Ho-geol accompanies Minister Lees body out of the palace and past the rebel soldiers, then the gates are closed again. I read the rest afterwards but i still have to say the same. Because, when making a sad ending, you have to make it believable enough so that the viewer does not feel like theyre being unnecessarily hurt. There almost were- with the Queen almost committing suicide out of guilt, Shin almost exposing the Clown as a fake, and Ha Seon finding out Haksan killed the king. My mind has a mind of its own, and it's like herding cats. Was she too pure to have sex? The guard somehow managed to rule for few more years but was assassinated later. For one example: Moo Young. I enjoyed this more than most of the sageuks I've seen. The king very much liked practical jokes. Whether you were satisfied with the finale or not, theres no doubt about it, The Crowned Clown delivered one heck of a rollercoaster ride for its finale. I think it should have ended as Ha Sun walked out of the palace. No no. But still could not convince other ministers because if they were proved wrong they will loose their necks. They weren't flawless, but they honored their own internal logic and the characters' developmental arcs. So many relationships were built up during the tumultuous happenings just to do this :/. But because he did such a good job, I almost wished he would stay (however in the movie I wanted him to stay more than anything). That was during my first DB live-watch, OH HAE-YOUNG AGAIN, which got into some trippy metaphysics. Yep, the mother of the baby that was killed so cruelly agreed to let the honorable Haksan die with utmost integrity. Whether or not he was a lost cause because of his addictions, whether or not he was a bad husband or a bad King, is not relevant. And if there is a pre-existing King for him to be then who that king IS (or was) is very, very important. But none of that had any real stakes. At a couple of points in the past two years, I was simultaneously live-watching 9-10 dramas along with older shows and films. Thats my point. And I'm not alone, for Beans of Wisdom threads can prove you that. Because, honestly, he had so many enemies while he ruled. Both of them walked right into Ha Sun's traps. I'm totally mystified over how Ha Sun survived two arrows in the back (let alone managed to extract them by himself). The problem is that the rebels have almost ten times the number of soldiers as Ha Sun, so Moo-young suggests that he smuggle Ha Sun and So-woon out of the palace. For sure an emotional roller coaster ride. Unanswered questions. . And I absolutely loved the ending, with Ha Sun abdicating the throne, because Ive never felt okay with the idea of his keeping it when it really never belonged to him. Yes me too. She did get to meet his sister without knowing it was her. Re: Ha Seon (YJG) in fighting blue. Strangely, the gates are wide open and the courtyard empty, so Minister Shin halts the soldiers and looks around suspiciously. N.B. But from what I gather, they didn't. Live together in a small hut just the two of them and So Woon's maid in obscurity for the rest of their lives? It really speaks out my mind almost perfectly why I did not really enjoy watching this drama, especially after Yi Heon's death. Since Writer-nim didn't bother to reveal who patched up Ha Sun and kept him safe while he recovered, I'll fill in the blanks by assuming that he somehow ended up in the care of Doctor Monk. Ugh! Anyway, this was my first sageuk and I'm really glad I watched it. I can't handle 2 or more at a time and it makes me sad when they compete for the ratings. Why didnt the Queen let his sister know who she was, Also I was also confused at how Shin got back in the palace back in his uniform for the assembly meeting when he broke out of jail And was sentenced to death, Because I loved the drama so much and was on the edge of my seat I was expecting a Scarlet Heart type ending or Queen for Seven Days even but do t get this one at all but would still give it 9/10. They have to go back and redo it!!! As Moo-young falls, he recalls Ha Sun asking him what his greatest wish in life is. Stretching it A LOT, but okay. The fact that he did it on his own, without Minister Lees help, was sad but also impressive, and he proved to himself that hes capable of anything despite his low birth. He essentially died so that no one could ever actually prove the Clown as fake. Welcome to the world of sageuks. And nobody found out the Clown wasnt the King because the King is dead. Because I think writing can be objectively bad, and no matter how many times I try and prove this, back it up with philosophical and canon evidence, you, and half this comment section, are always going to think something being bad is relative and subjective; only opinion and perspective. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Recaps done buy the Sageuk Queen HeadsNo.2 (We miss you, @headsno2 ) and filled with the snarkiest comments and jokes, most creative beanie poems, enjoyable analysis and historical trivia, all provided by the most fun, experienced and intellectual beanies EVER to date. I initially thought they should have kept yi heon for few more episodes which i mentioned in my comments under ep 8. And youre probably going to reply to this with something along the lines of saying even THIS comment is also entirely subjective, thus ironically, proving my point. appId : '127538621120543', Its just as J Star said: Unanswered questions. Minister Lee was doing it to create a better world, and he never denied that what he was doing was wrong he accepted that he would be punished, but he was willing to sacrifice himself for his country. He hands her a letter from Ha Sun, which says that if she promises not to punish his people, he will confess his crimes and hand over the royal seal. I think @kiara tipped me off about it. If you want to tell a story about a Clown being King, do NOT make that ENTIRE premise hinge on a single character and then treat him as a plot device! I hate the use of the magic random separation time generator, ( henceforth referred to as the CRM-114 Discriminator ), as its license for the writer to just make up any old thing, the off screen magic that takes place helps tidy things up, loose plot lines melt away, (or not), in the last five minutes. And Haksan dying- so what. But he tells her that hes been following the kings orders, and for his loyalty, Ha Sun forgives his crimes. I found the ending a little stretched don't get me wrong, I always want happy endings and in this case a life as commoners for Ha-Seon and the Queen, but it seemed to me that the story was wrapped up that way to create suspense about Ha-Seon fate (and, I think, to give us assurance that his life will be safe in the future). What type of clown is Pennywise? Tags: Lee Se-young, The Crowned Clown, Yeo Jin-gu, Your email address will not be published. My sister's 1st one was MLSHR, and now she thinks it's the BEST ever Sageuk in the whole world and uses it as a scale to measure other Sageuks. From shock and tension through to sadness and bittersweet goodbyes, this 75 minute episode encapsulated everything Ive loved about this show since I begun covering it 2 months ago. But im note sure what was recorded of the kings in those days, like to what extent (like records on poop lol that was hilarious ). I cannot watch two sageuks at the same time without getting the details bollixed up, even if they're set in different time periods. But the Clown woke him up and he realized he could do good for korean people. She gives Dal-lae her two jade rings as a donation, but Dal-lae says theyre too precious. Minister Shin says hes already rewarded them to offset the drop in morale, and he asks if she still thinks they need a valid cause for rebellion. :). But thank goodness after 2 long and nobody changing years, the Clown has miraculously woken from coma. I've seen a lot of fictional sageuks but they all stuck with their time period. The drama version had put their own spin on it. I don't know whether it was the difference in tone between it and CROWNED CLOWN, too many details, or what. episodes (13-16) I think it has found its groove (for me at least.) She walks out of the village and into a field to think, carrying one of her wishing hazelnuts with her. The writing, on the other hand, definitely the weakest link. Ultimately, the show may have raised interesting questions, intentionally or not, but it gives a simplistic answer that's wholly unsatisfying in this regard. Im glad that some other comments mentioned it here. To show how good and righteous the Clown was? The entire nation praised his great virtues. He deserves it . He reaches up a hand for Ha Sun to grasp, then he dies, leaving Ha Sun wracked with grief. And all conflict and tension that should exist because of a Clown being a fake King on a throne and surrounded by people that want to kill him, goes away. Gap-soo and Dal-lae have rejoined their clown troupe. Thanks s lot for this essay! Likewho took care of him? The problem is, is that the show did not actually want to tell the story of the King AND the Clown. I was not expecting his remaining foes, Daebi and Lord Shin, to lose their mojo or get a group rate on lobotomies. In January of the Year of the Black Pig, the king suppressed the rebel forces and ruled the nation wisely. Eunuch Jo gives Ha Sun a drawing that he made of him, remembering how Ha Sun once drew him a picture to cheer him up. Shin- Shin and the Queen Dowager eventually find out, or well, guess that the Clown is not the real King. It was beautiful how everything was brought full-circle yet felt natural, like Gap-soo and Dal-lae going back to their clown troupe, Woon-shim deciding to see the world, and especially So-woon wishing Ha Sun back to her with a hazelnut. }(document, 'script', 'facebook-jssdk')); Please enter your username or email address. So now, @pakalanapikake, you see why this show and I were never meant to be. I didnt watch more than the first episode, but to kill off such a central character and then not resolve the conflict that the murder would have caused would have been an utterly frustrating watch for me as well. I enjoy things I also think are objectively bad. He takes the throne and the queen dowager looks frightened, but shes relieved when Lord Younghwa, her choice for king, also enters the room. Then they reunited in death and walked off into the sunset. You will receive a link to create a new password via email. The King? The uncanny, period-inappropriate costumes, hairstyles, makeup and actors turned me off right at the VERY beginning of the drama. B) He's attacked and left for dead. The ending failed. He asks why Minister Lee did such a reckless thing, and Minister Lee apologizes for not keeping his promise never to leave him. And even I would be interested, and was interested, in seeing what this story looks like. He says that if she refuses, hell hang Minister Lees body at the gates for the people to see, and then theyll know that she caused this rebellion without justification. In a new interview with Broadcast, Suzanne Mackie explained that showrunner . It's like you've scooped every single thought I had about this waste of potential right out of my brain and put it in better words. ;-). 5. In this video, we give a full ending expla. Thank you and I very much understand your pain, rage, disappointment, every other similar emotion you may be feeling. I really liked this drama. A great fit. Actually not a copy paste historically accurate like the history channel but more about historically sensitive etc. ;-). It was a character with a vision for his country. Heh. She asks why hes here and not Minister Shin, and he says that Minister Shin fell in battle, but that theyve got the king locked up. He reminds her that he made her promise never to harm herself, and says that hes returning the knife only so she can protect herself, but she says that she intends to keep her word. I am now pushing on with JEONG DO JEON (35 of 50 episodes completed.) Then, someone walks past an open gate alone Ha Sun. Auwe! :) I just discovered in Merriam-Webster that the oft used kdrama translated word punk is a synonym for beginner!) After all the drama and pain of the last 15 and a half episodes, after firmly declaring he wants to take Yi Heon's throne and use his power for good, he justdecides to walk away. Nothing was making sense anymore. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); 1) The Last Of Us Episode 5 Recap & Review, 2) The Interest Of Love Episode 16 Recap, Review & Ending Explained, 6) Crash Course in Romance Episode 9 Recap & Review, 8) Magic Mikes Last Dance Ending Explained, 10) You Season 4 Episode 1 Recap & Review. Prince Jin-pyung is in bad shape from his gut wound, but he tries to act like its nothing when the queen dowager visits him. Where was Ha Sun the whole time in those two years???? Jang Gwang. I watched the first 15 minutes or so and knew how they would treat the king's character that I couldn't stand to watch anymore. Ha Sun orders the ministers waiting outside to enter. It'd leave a fairly good impression and understanding about the Sageuk world in your mind. Its based on Ha Suns name, which means summer fairy, and Eunuch Jo says it perfectly suits him because hes like the summer sun that shines equally over everyone. I am mad, salty, disappointed, call it what you will, at the mistreatment of the King as a written and constructed character. Thank you @lollypip for the recap! The recaps were enough. He existed as a fully fledged character. And yes, "The Crowned Clown" has a happy ending. Distracted, Moo-young tries to get to Ha Sun, but hes stopped by a sword through the chest. But then they killed Moo Young for no reason and it made me so inexplicably angry that I cant seem to move on. Unfortunately, the drama version ending didn't give us much closure and added more questions that needed to be answer. So what if youre a prince. Like I said, it's a fairly good and fairly solid Sageuk, preserving at least the "vibe" you expect from a Sageuk. What was the point? 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