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All Posts Tagged With "psychological"

12 Must-Watch Korean Dramas of 2016 – by Genre

Here's your complete guide to the best Korean dramas of the year by category.
By Angela | Dec 28, 2016 | Drama

It’s another strong year for Korean dramas marked by groundbreaking hits, the glorious return of megastars, and the birth of a new generation of A-listers. From a theme perspective, this year seems a bit tamer than last year. With a few exceptions, the …

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Character Spotlight: Utena Tenjou from Revolutionary Girl Utena – Part 2

Even more about Utena, covering the twisted and intense Black Rose Saga and Akio Ohtori Saga.
By Guest Writer | Jul 3, 2016 | Anime

This post is by guest writer Liam O’Loghlen.

Utena and Anthy are re-united as we step into the Black Rose Saga. This arc is a lot less about Utena, but we do get one particular development that follows her to …

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Character Spotlight: Utena Tenjou from Revolutionary Girl Utena – Part 1

An in-depth look into Utena, the center of an anime that's considered the Evangelion of shoujo.
By Guest Writer | Jun 28, 2016 | Anime

This post is by guest writer Liam O’Loghlen.

Adolescence Apocalypse

“Even if I dream, even if I cry, even if I get hurt Reality keeps on coming, recklessly…” To put it very simply, a lot has been said about Kunihiko …

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Beautiful Bones: Sakurako’s Investigation Anime Review

MEH..
Has the bones required for a great mystery, but lacks the muscles and skin to make it perfect.
By Guest Writer | Apr 26, 2016 | Anime

This post is by guest writer Zachary Kozinski.

Bare Bones of Mystery

In any type of media, whether it be in books, video games, TV, movies, or anime, there are certain…”bones” to genres. These bones are what hold each genre …

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10 Kdramas That Taught Me More About a Profession

Read about the dramas that made a type of job particularly memorable.
By Angela | Apr 12, 2016 | Drama

I didn’t realize until recently that over the many years of watching Korean dramas, I’ve actually learned a thing or two about many professions, including a few that have never even crossed my mind before. Some dramas do a great …

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7 Korean Dramas Recommended For Guys

A few great Korean dramas to help guys get started.
By Andrew | Mar 7, 2016 | Drama

If you’re a guy new to Korean dramas and don’t know where to start, here’s a list of my own personal favorites that you may find helpful. While not strictly “for guys” in the sense of being targeted to males, …

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Subete ga F ni Naru: The Perfect Insider Anime Review

MEH..
A hit-or-miss murder mystery following a sometimes irritating genius/sidekick pair.
By Miguel | Feb 21, 2016 | Anime

Perfect Formula, Unfortunate Product

It’s not uncommon to see media, whether they’re movies, TV shows, novels or games, that follow a tried-and-true formula, often changing it to fit their needs or to try to make it more interesting. What’s not …

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7 Must-Watch Korean Dramas of 2015 — by Genre

Find out which Korean dramas are our top-picks for the year.
By Angela | Jan 5, 2016 | Drama

2015 was a prolific year for Korean drama, not just in sheer number of dramas produced, but also in the diversity of themes and genres. Creative and offbeat concepts ranging from multiple personalities, to supernatural powers, to vampires, drew a lot …

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Kill Me Heal Me Korean Drama Review

GOOD!
A heart-wrenching story weaved through layers of laugh-out-loud comedy and bottomless mystery.
By Angela | Aug 27, 2015 | Drama

A Story to Die For

Mental- and cognitive disorder-based Korean dramas have been rising in popularity since It’s Okay That’s Love‘s success. Kill Me Heal Me is yet another one that explores the topic of Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), commonly known …

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Higurashi When They Cry Hou – Chapter 1 Onikakushi Game Review (PC)

GOOD!
A deceptively dark sound novel that starts slow but ends with heart-pounding thrills.
By Guest Writer | Aug 11, 2015 | Gaming

This post is by guest writer Erin Burke.

Sound Scares

Higurashi When They Cry Hou – Chapter 1 Onikakushi is a sound novel focusing on teenage transfer student Keichi Maebara and his friends: Rena Ryuugu, Mion Sonozaki, Satoko Houjou, and …

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Dr. Frost Korean Drama Review

MEH..
A curious psychological crime drama with insufficient complexity.
By Angela | Aug 6, 2015 | Drama

The Mind Reader

Based on the webtoon of the same name, Dr. Frost is a Korean drama about a genius psychology professor. He helps the police solve mysterious crimes on the side through his shrewd observations and incredible analysis of the …

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Liar Game Korean Drama Review

GOOD!
Like an onion wrapped with layers of mysterious plot lines waiting for you to peel back.
By Angela | Jun 16, 2015 | Drama

Riddles Behind the Mask

In my book, there’s nothing more entertaining and mentally stimulating than a good game show with cutthroat competition, psychological warfare, and a little drama. Half the fun is speculating who will come on top and deducing …

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Death Parade Anime Review

GOOD!
A wonderfully subtle and deeply introspective anime about the meanings of life and death.
By Andrew | Jun 2, 2015 | Anime

High Stakes Hereafter

It’s a common belief that after death, humans will be judged by some form of higher power in the afterlife. Typically this power is omnipotent, capable of seeing all that a person has done, thought, and felt. …

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It’s Okay That’s Love Korean Drama Review

GOOD!
A rare gem that presents an imperfect and dysfunctional world in a profound yet believable way.
By Angela | May 2, 2015 | Drama

Love Is Hope

I wasn’t sure what to expect of It’s Okay That’s Love at all after hearing that it’s about psychiatrists and psychological patients. However the atypical topic did immediately pique my curiosity but also uncertainty of what direction the …

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