Drama Digest
Bloody Heart is a South Korean drama that aired in 2022. The drama tells the story of three central characters, Lee Tae, Park Gye Won, and Yoo Jeong. Lee Tae succeeds his father and becomes the new King, while his father became the King due to a rebellion. Lee Tae also has to go through heartbreak as he has to leave his love for survival. Park Gye Won is the one who is truly the head of the power of Joseon and was the one who supported King Sunjong in becoming the monarch. However, Park Gye Won opposes the idea of Lee Tae becoming the absolute monarch. Yoo Jeong gets involved in the power struggle while aiming to become the queen in order to survive.
The Feel-Good Part
Bloody Heart is truly a thrilling drama that will keep the viewers anticipating the next moves of the characters. The cinematography deserves a shout-out for its brilliance. The storyline is well-written and executed. The attention to detail in every scene, location, and especially the costumes was very much evident.
The Disappointing Factor
The political theme of the drama revolving around a power struggle is quite common in most historical dramas. Bloody Heart surely lacked creativity and originality in the context of the theme and screenplay. The drama is quite predictable regarding how things turn out, and you will find yourself guessing the next move correctly.
In-Depth Analysis
The storyline is well-written, and the writers did a brilliant job of portraying the historical facts and context appropriately. The costumes of the drama stole the show, and the attention to detail in the costumes of every character is truly remarkable and does the job of reflecting their personalities and positions. The acting was flawless and looks effortless, and you will find yourself indulging in the character’s lows and highs as you watch the series, kudos to the actors. In most political-historical dramas, romance and love stories take a backseat. However, in this drama, the writers did a good job in setting up a love angle perfectly, which complements the storyline. Furthermore, the chemistry between the lead pair is remarkable too.
Star Power
Lee Joon plays the role of Lee Tae, Kang Han Na plays the role of Yoo Jung, and Jang Hyuk plays the role of Park Gye Won. The supporting cast includes Park Ji Yeon as Choi Ga Yeon, Heo Sung Tae as Jo Won Pyo, Ha Do Gwon as Jung Eui Gyun, Choi Ri as Jo Yeon Hee, Seo Hye Won as Hyang Yi, and many more.
Overall Opinion
Bloody Heart is, overall a good drama that deserves your time and attention. If you are a fan of the historical-political genre, then this is a must-watch!
