Drama Review: The Witch’s Dinner

8 Episodes

Duration

0 Hrs 44 Mins

Episodes

8 Episodes

Drama Digest

The Witch’s Diner is a South Korean web series based on the novel The Witch’s Diner written by Goo Sang-Hee. The series recounts the narrative of desperate people who come to dine at a witch’s restaurant in the hopes of having their wishes granted, even if the cost of such a desire is their soul. Jo Hee Ra has lost track of her. She is certain, however, that she is older than any surviving human. She becomes a sorceress after a traumatic tragedy in her twenties. She co-owns a strange eatery with Jin.Jung Jin is a 28 years old woman who has a job and a boyfriend. Her life quickly falls apart when she is dismissed from her job and her lover dumps her. Jo Hee Ra appears in her life at that precise moment. Jo Hee Ra wants to take over Jin’s bankrupt restaurant. She strives to make food that would grant the customer’s wishes. Customers must offer their soul to Jo Hee Ra in exchange. Jin was dubious at first, but Jo Hee Ra quickly persuaded her, and the diner became famous.

The Feel-Good Part

The drama is captivating. The intriguing backdrop, tone, and mood almost captivate the audience. The drama’s cinematography was mysterious and enchanting, which added to the overall ambiance of the film. Although there were just eight episodes, the story was not rushed. The drama’s authors have expertly constructed the world. The drama’s subplots are likewise done with remarkable care. All of the character development, mystery solving, and tale delivery went down without a hitch. The play did not lose its potential to captivate the viewers until the very end.

 The Disappointing Part

The main flaw in this drama is that many things were left unsaid and unexplained, such as the mechanics of magic.

In Depth Analysis

The drama is fascinating. It’s all about wrath, and how the need for vengeance may often blind individuals to values. The drama is gloomy, but not so much that it has a psychological impact. The plot is straightforward but effective. The premise is unique and, in general, out of the ordinary for K-Dramas. And the greatest thing is that if you enjoy eating, you will enjoy this drama much more. Why, you may wonder. It was because the witch’s delicacies appeared to be delicious. Every customer that comes to the diner has their own tragic and unique back story. These stories will never leave you bored. You’ll empathize with the diners and realize that you should be careful what you hope for. The side tales will teach you a lot.

Star Power

The casting was flawless. All of the actors and actresses performed an excellent job representing the characters on television. Song Ji-Hyo’s depiction of the witch was flawless. Song Ji-Hyo was the only person who could have pulled off the role of Jo Hee Ra. She put aside her typical bubbly attitude and portrayed a strange, icy, and beguiling witch

Overall Opinion

The drama was expertly wrapped up. The photography, the OSTs, the performances, and the setting all deserve credit. The drama is highly recommendable. There is also a talk that the creators are planning a Season Two of The Witch’s Diner.