"Fates and Furies(2018)": The Tragic Beauty of False Love and Destiny

Korean Drama "'Fates and Furies" Review

There are many Korean dramas that were not very popular in Korea but have become very popular overseas. One such drama that is gaining popularity among foreigners is "Fates and Furies," which tells the story of a woman who approaches a man under false pretenses and a man who falls in love with her. In this blog post, we will take a look at the plot, characters, and behind-the-scenes stories of "Fates and Furies" from a Korean perspective to see what makes it such a compelling drama for viewers.

Plot summary (synopsis)

"Fates and Furies" is a story of a woman who used lies to become a man's destiny and a man who thought he was destined to be with her. Goo Hae Ra (played by Lee Min Jung) is a shoe designer who will stop at nothing to achieve her goals. Tae In Joon (played by Joo Sang Wook) is the president of a shoe company who falls in love with Hae Ra at first sight. However, their seemingly perfect relationship is built on a foundation of lies and deceit.

As the story progresses, Tae In Joon learns about Hae Ra's lies and is consumed by anger and the desire for revenge. Meanwhile, Hae Ra realizes that she has fallen in love with Tae In Joon, but it may be too late to salvage their relationship. Their intertwined fates and furious emotions make for an intense and captivating drama.

Main Cast

• Lee Min-jung as Goo Hae-ra
• Joo Sang-wook as Tae In-joon
• So Yi-hyun as Cha Soo-hyun
• Lee Ki-woo as Jin Tae-oh

In 2005, Lee Min Jung began her acting career with her debut in the drama "Love Sympathy". She gained popularity in 2009 for her lead role in the commercially successful drama "Boys Over Flowers". Since then, she has appeared in other well-received dramas such as "Midas" and "Cunning Single Lady". Lee Min Jung's outstanding acting ability and charming personality have resulted in multiple awards and nominations, cementing her position as one of the most highly regarded actresses in the Korean entertainment industry. Furthermore, Lee Min Jung is a devoted wife and mother who gave birth to a son with her husband, Lee Byung Hun, in 2015.

Joo Sang-wook is a popular Korean actor who has been active in the drama industry since 1998. He gained prominence through his role in "Giant" and has since starred in numerous dramas and movies. Known for his versatility, he has portrayed various characters on screen, but he's widely recognized as the "General Manager Specialist Actor" for his frequent portrayal of this role in different dramas. Recently, he has been making efforts to break out of this typecast image by taking on historical drama projects.

Attractive Points

One of the biggest strengths of "Fates and Furies" is its seriousness of tone. Weekend dramas often rely on sensationalized material to attract viewers, but this show goes deeper and focuses on the emotions of each character, which sets it apart from other weekend dramas.

Another appealing aspect of "Fates and Furies" is the acting. The cast is made up of well-known actors who give outstanding performances. In particular, Joo Sang Wook, who plays the male lead, is impressive as the passionate and vengeful Tae In Joon. Lee Min Jung, the female lead, is also excellent as Goo Hae Ra, a talented shoe designer.

Ratings and Reviews

"Fate and Fury" received a disappointing report card in terms of ratings. While it started off strong, with ratings above 9%, it gradually lost ground to competing dramas, dropping to 3%. Still, it maintained a stable average rating of 6.5% for its entire run.

Viewers praised the show for its novelty of dealing with shoe designers and the fact that it didn't rely on cliché plot points, but they also criticized the show for its slow pace and tendency to focus too much on the characters' emotions rather than their actions. In particular, many fans were disappointed that the show lacked tension towards the end. As a result, the show received a low rating of 2.4 on Korean ratings site WATCHA. (However, it's worth noting that the low number of reviews for the show may have contributed to its undeservedly low rating.)

Behind-the-Scenes

• The drama underwent a change in writers after only four episodes, with the producers stating that the original writer had left due to personal reasons.
• The drama's leads, Joo Sang-wook and Lee Min-jung, reunited for the first time in over four years since their 2014 MBC drama "A Cunning Single Lady."
• The drama is set in Seongsu-dong, a neighborhood in Seoul that was once the center of Korea's shoe industry. Today, it is one of the city's hottest destinations with many cafes and restaurants located in old factories.
• "The Moon Represents My Heart," sung by Lee Min-jung in the drama, was also released as an OST.

"Fates and Furies" is a drama with a unique setting and a serious storyline, but it's a drama that has received mixed reviews in South Korea due to its loose plot towards the end. In conclusion, it's a drama that's worth a watch if it's your cup of tea.