Goblin | TV TALK

TL;DR

Review of popular Korean drama Goblin with strong cast and premise, but lacking in plot and execution.

Transcript

hi episode mochi and today I'm going to be reviewing the most recent Korean drama that I've watched which is goblin so goblin is a very recent Korean drama that stars dong Yu as kim shin who was a general 900 years ago until he was killed and then basically resurrected as a goblin so as a goblin he has some magical powers but more importantly he is... Read More

Key Insights

• 👺 Goblin features an immortal goblin searching for his bride with magical powers and humor.
• 😓 The show excels in world-building, chemistry among the cast, and mythology surrounding Grim Reapers.
• 😍 Weaknesses include poor writing, unresolved plot holes, rushed execution in later episodes, and lack of tension.
• 😨 Goblin's romance elements between the goblin and high school student are handled with relative care but with limited plot development.
• 🎑 The show combines historical elements with contemporary romance, creating a unique viewing experience.
• 🎁 Despite flaws, Goblin is still recommended for those who enjoy Korean dramas with historical and present-day settings.
• 🫵 Viewers looking for similar shows can explore other Korean dramas like Chicago Typewriter, which also blend historical and modern themes.

Questions & Answers

Q: What is the premise of the Korean drama Goblin?

Goblin follows an immortal goblin searching for his bride with magical powers and explores themes of reincarnation and death.

Q: What are the strengths of Goblin according to the review?

The show boasts a strong cast, great chemistry, humor, and intricate world-building with mythology surrounding Grim Reapers.

Q: What are the weaknesses of Goblin highlighted in the review?

Goblin suffers from weak writing, a lack of plot development, unresolved plot holes, and rushed execution especially in the last episodes.

Q: How does Goblin handle the romance between the goblin and the high school student?

Despite the potential discomfort due to an age gap, the show manages to navigate the romance without being overly disturbing, but the lack of plot development affects character depth.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Goblin is a recent popular Korean drama about an immortal goblin searching for his bride.

• The show features humor, mythology, great cast chemistry, but lacks in plot development.

• While enjoyable, Goblin struggles with weak writing, plot holes, and rushed execution.