It's been a while since the last time I wrote about TXT Universe. Well, I've got another slump in the past few months. It makes me hard to write about the last questioning film from TXT.
Yeah, finally this is the last questioning film and I can move onto the Nap of as Star's Movie.
But, let's discuss about this short film. To be fair, there's no much different between Taehyun's movie and the other member. We could only differentiate their flower, animal, and the way they hold their flower.
For Taehyun, the flower that surrounding him is a white flower with the orange bud. Then, the animal that appeared on this film is a bird. I wonder is that a crow-tit? It looks really similar with crow-tit, tho. Just like what I said before, I have no idea whats the role of every animal here.
Source: YouTube/BigHit
Next to the important part of this video. Of course it's about how Taehyun hold his flower. From the beginning, I think the camera is focused on Taehyun's eye, specifically the left one. So, you can guess that Taheyun cover his eye with the flower. The meaning behind of it could be related to MV Nap of a Star.
The last part of this video is of course the morse code. Well, fortunately, I could decipher it very quickly. Yeah, there is no mistake whatsoever when I try to decipher this morse code.
The morse code that I've succeeded to decipher is:
[-.-./.-../..-/.]
This code mean clue. So, if I combine all of the codes, it will be, Tomorrow, secret, hope, promise, clue. Whoa, it's indeed there is no sentence here. What's actually the meaning behind these code? I don't have any idea, tho. If I remember correctly, I think there is no element in the MV that will be related to this five codes. Smh.
Taehyung use the flower to cover his left eye. Source: YouTube/BigHit
I've ever said that TXT Universe is really surreal. So, the fantasy vibe will be very strong, I supposed. I don't know if I could following the storyline or not, but still I want do my best for it.
All right. That's all my discussion about the last movie from the Questioning Film series. I'll be back with the review of MV Nap of a Star later.
Sincerely.
Ra
Little Women
"Just because my dreams are different than yours, doesn't mean they're unimportant."-- Jo March
Sumber: IMDb.com
Title: Little Women
Genre: Drama, Romance
Director: Greta Gerwig
Writer: Greta Gerwig, based on Louisa May Alcott novel
Stars: Saoirse Ronan, Emma Watson, Florence Pugh, Eliza Scanlen, Laura Dern, Timothe Chalamet
Date of released: 25 December 2019
Duration: 135 minutes
Jo March reflects back and forth on her life, telling the beloved story of the March sisters - four young women, each determined to live life on her own terms.
Little Women is one of the greatest novel from Louisa May Alcott. I've already heard so many good things from this book. Unfortunately, I haven't read this book, yet. I don't know. It's been a while for me to read a classic book. Well, I have to admit it's not easy to read a classic book. Therefore, I put aside this book and haven't read it.
Then, there's a new movie adaptation for this book. At first, I think I would like to watch the movie after read the book. But, well, since my internet connection is very slow and I couldn't do my work smoothly, I decided to watch this movie. Finally, I can understand why Little Women got a lot of appreciations.
The Little Women
So, this movie follows the live of March sisters. There are Meg, the eldest; Jo, the second one who is talented in writing; Amy, the third who has interest toward art; and Beth, the younger who can play piano well. They live and spent so much time together. They will laugh, cry, and smile for everything that happened their life.
Now, Jo live as a writer in New York, Meg is married to a teacher, Amy is accompanied Aunt Marie to Europe, and Beth is at home. Every March sisters has their own struggle. They have to work so hard to achieve their goals. But then, Beth is sick. Jo come home as soon as she can. Since then, she learn many things about life and love.
Feminism and patriarchal society
Source: Google, edited by me
The story of Little Women is not only about how every March sisters life journey. It's about how each of them valuing their life. The main character from this movie is Jo. She is the second eldest and she have much more thought about life compared to her sisters. She realized that somehow women only be seen if they are married. Yeah, the typical patriarchal system's believe.
I have to admit that I never expect this kind of spirit will be appeared on Little Women. So, this will be my another reason that I have to read the novel, right?
For me, each of the character is stand out. I'm very happy knowing Emma Watson play different character here. Well, we won't never get old with her being Hermione Granger, right?
A little bit confusing at the start
At first, I am a little bit confused with the story line of the story. Yes, this movie use a flashback plot. So, there will be so many flashback scene through the entire movie. I have to admit that I couldn't following at first. Somehow, I have a trouble to remember the name of every character.
Then, after a while, finally I could understand the story and loving it. I won't say that historical movie like this would be my favorite. But, I still enjoy to watch this movie.
Conlusion
I should read the novel. I really should.
8.3 out of 10 stars.
Sincerely,
Ra
The Search for Delicious
"Of course it's silly. But a lot of serious thing start silly." -- Prime Minister
Source:goodreads.com
Title: The Search for Delicious
Author: Natalie Babbitt
Publisher: Camelot Printing
Date of Published: April, 1974
Number of pages: 166 pages
The Prime Minister is compiling a dictionary, and when no one at court can agree on the meaning of "delicious," the King sends his twelve-year-old messenger, Gaylan, to poll the citizenry. Gaylen soon discovers that the entire kingdom is on the brink of civil war, and must enlist help to define "delicious" and save the country.
To be honest, I always like to read a children book. If we have grown up, we would realize how much children book could give a lot of moral lessons.
So, in attempt to enrich my vocabulary in English, I decided to try to read a classic children book. Actually, I borrowed this book from my senior. She suggested me to read this book if I want to learn more about English.
The Search for Delicious
Gaylen is the King's messenger. He carried a mission to search the definition of delicious. It seems it would be an easy task, but in the fact it isn't. DeCree the Prime Minister is creating a dictionary. Every alphabet has its own definition. Unfortunately, everything doesn't go well when DeCree tried to define 'D'. There's a disagreement between him, the King, the Queen, and the General. As ridiculous as it sounds to be, those argument will lead to civil war if it's not handled well.
Therefore, DeCree asked Gaylen to go all around the Kingdom and ask everybody. The majority answer for the question will be used in the dictionary. For Gaylen, he didn't have any preference regarding what't the thing that he thinks delicious. So, he carried the mission and hopping there will be any problem.
But then, the argument about what is delicious made all of the people gone wild. They disagree with another's opinion. Since then, Gaylen knows very well that his mission won't be easy at all.
This story also bring your childhood memory with Gaylen's meeting with the worldweller, a wise 900-year-old creature who lives alone in the forest, Canto, the minstrel, the underground domain of the dwarfs, and Ardis, the mermaid that to be believed can save the Kingdom.
What will happened to Gaylen's journey? Read this book to know more about it.
I thought it would be philosophical
Source: google, edited by me
The first time I read the premise of this book, I thought the final answer for the Gaylen's journey would be philosophical. I mean, something like, everyone have their own definition for delicious and it will be based on their preference. But, at the end, I'm wrong. There is one thing in this world that could be categorized as delicious by everyone.
In my opinion, this book is very simple. The storytelling is not really difficult to understand. So, I believe this book could be a good one for light reading. Somehow, I questioned my self why I like to read children book. But, well, I read it to fulfill my curiosity. Hmm, I have so many wish list, tho. Even though it's hard to keep it, I will try my best to complete my reading list.
Conclusion
It's been a while since the last time I enjoyed reading a children book. But, I won't force my self to read and make review for it. I just want to enjoy my life and share my enjoyment through writing in my blog.
3.5 out of 5 stars.
Sincerely,
Ra
Sumber: imdb.com, edited by me
Title: SKY Castle
Genre: Drama, mystery
Number of episodes: 20
Director: Jo Hyun-tak
Stars: Yum Jung-ah, Lee Tae-ran, Yun Se-ah, Oh Na-ra, Kim Seo-hyeong
Available on Netflix
A satirical drama that closely looks at the materialistic desires of the upper-class parents in South Korea and how they ruthlessly secure the successes of their families at the cost of destroying others' lives.
To be honest, it's been a while since the last time I watched a Korean drama. After I finished watching Lucifer until the latest season, I decided to try to watch SKY Castle.
As we know, SKY in South Korea, especially the term SKY University represents the Top 3 University there, namely Seoul National University, Korea University, and Yonsei University. Actually, this drama is addressing issues that related to the education system in South Korea.
The story
SKY Castle itself is a luxurious resident area where wealthy doctors and professor live. The wives are determined to make their husband more successful and to raise their children to be the top student. Being accepted to top universities is the parents dream. No wonder if the spend billions of won to hire tutor and pay for academy.
Han Seo Jin (Yum Jung-ah) will do anything to guarantee her daughter, Kang Ye-seo (Kim Hye-Yoon) being the SNU Med School's student. So, when Young-jae (Song Geon-hee) got accepted at SNU Med School, Seo Jin tried so hard to get Young-jae's portfolio. Unfortunately, Myung-joo (Kim Jung-nan), Young-jae's mother refused to give any clue about it. But, she recommended Seo Jin to get a special tutor for Ye-seo, which is Kim Joo-young (Kim Seo-hyung).
Sumber: imdb.com
At first, Seo Jin felt that the path for Ye-seo to get accepted as SNU Med School's student is very bright. But, after the death of Myung-joo and a lot of incidents happened, Seo Jin is starting to hesitate with the decision that she made.
The mystery
One thing that I like from Korean drama is the mystery in every story. SKY Castle is not only about the ambition to be the top student, but also about criticize the education system in general. Well, I don't really have idea regarding this matter in Indonesia. I mean, I don't know if such a coordinator is exist in Indonesia--but maybe it does. So, going through the story about how every mother in SKY Castle try their best for their children is kinda open my eyes.
To be fair, many people will do everything--even though in such a bad way, to get what they want. You could see all of the manipulative action throughout the entire episode of SKY Castle.
Well, I think I have to praise Jo Hyun-tak as the director of this drama. He is able to make such a cliffhanger ending for every episode. It made me want to watch in until the end in one go.
The opinion
For me, this drama has the similar vibe with Pinocchio. So, I really love this drama so much. As a satirical drama, this drama is very stand out and no wonder ever got the highest rating in Korea.
Every parents that really praised the academic position and status, I think they have to watch this drama. There is no point to push your children that much. You should try your possible best effort to make them happy, not suffer.
9.3 out of 10 for the story.
Sincerely,
Ra
Hi, there!
I think, this is the first time I made an actual Music Video review in this blog. Today, I would like to discuss about '대취타' (Daechwita) by Agust D. As we know, Agust D is another persona from Suga BTS. Well, I have to admit that BTS is a new thing for me. I've just fell into the rabbit hole since February. So, everything is kind of a new journey for me.
Sumber: Twitter/Big Hit, edited by me
At first, I thought that my bias would be Jungkook. I mean, I interest with his quirkiness, but then, after watching a lot of BTS' content, I am captivated to Suga and choose him as my bias.
The Mysterious teaser
Recently, Big Hit dropped a mysterious teaser with the black and white image with countdown in the middle of it. No one knows exactly what's the meaning behind of it. Some of it thinks that it would be the announcement of Muster or Bangbang Con. Then, when the image getting a little bit clearer, more speculation were arising from the possibility of Agust D 2 and JJK 1.
Sumber: Big Hit
Realizing what's happening, I thought that it would be impossible for Agust D 2 will come out soon. Three weeks ago, Suga held his weekly radio streaming via VLive, DJ Suga's Honey FM 06.13 with RM #0613FM_0502. He was asked by fans about the continuation of Agust D.
RM: (reading fans comment) When Will Agust D2 be out? It's not fixed as the title, is it?
Suga: It can be released only when it's finished.
RM: Right. He's working on it.
Suga: I've been working on it. Talking about some related stories... It was supposed to be released around September last year... Please don't wait for it, forget about it for a while... What I can tell you now is, that the music will not be released anytime soon. Not close at all.
RM: Not close?
Suga: Not today or tomorrow. Please wait for a while and I'll come back with good music.
After streaming that radio, I believe that Suga's word is true. So, I tried to push my imagination that the mysterious teaser will related to Agust D 2.
But then, some people has found out that the Agust D's photo profile at Apple Music has changed and resembled a lot with the mysterious teaser. So, me is starting to learn that #AgustD2iscoming. For real.
Anyway, when this thing trended at Twitter, I noticed another trending along with #AgustD2iscoming. It was All Man do is a Lie. This word trending because of the fact that Agust D2 is literally coming and when at some point Suga ever lied about BTS' come back date. That's how that sentence related to Suga.
D-2 is Out
Today, on 04.00 PM UTC+7, I checked my Twitter and found out that Agust D is literally out. I was very speechless and couldn't do anything. So, after telling Zis about this and nearly borrow her Apple Music ID, I try to calm my self down. Then, I tried to search in Spotify and found out the entire album.
After that, I realized that it should be an MV for this mixtape and I was really surprised when Zis told me there's a real MV has dropped at the same time. One word for the MV is incredible.
Maybe, I will babbling a lot for this part. So, please bear with it.
The lead single for the D-2 album is '대취타' (Daechwita). The MV is ridiculous and interesting.
To be honest, I don't know how to start this review. I got a lot of things going on my mind.
All right. Let me tried to explain about the title first. Since the title is in Korean, I tried to Google it before I watched the MV. In case I need some basic knowledge regarding what will happened--even though I am still not ready to watch it, tho.
Based on Wikipedia, Daechwita means a genre of Korean traditional music consisting of military music played by wind and percussion instrument. After reading this, I know what could I expect. Traditional vibe in the MV?--anyway, I have listened to the song before watched the MV.
The Incredible MV
According to Yoongi's interview with TIME, the theme Daechwita was already in his mind from the beginning. So, he sampled the sound of the real Daechwita. The first thought, he wanted to sample the music that is played during the ceremonial walk of the King. Naturally, those elements ended up being the essential component to the track as well as the music video.
The MV is starting with Yoongi with his King's clothes. You can see the throne and his traditional outfit. Not to mention about his long-blonde hair. Stand up from his throne, he walked with much of confidence and goes to the Palace's courtyard. Then, you can see a lot of dead bodies lying there.
Sumber: Big Hit
After that, we can look another Yoongi's persona is walking down around the village. Why I said another Yoongi's persona? Because I could see that Yoongi with the King clothes and the one who walked in the village has different vibe. I don't know which one is Agust D or Suga or Yoongi. So, I will named them as Yoongi the King and Yoongi the boss.
He just passing by while rapping his verse. I like these market scene, tho. It's literally remind me of the Korean Drama Jewel in the Palace. They looks so authentic and you can find Jin and Jungkook being the cameo.
In another place, Yoongi the king come down to the courtyard. He is surrounding by a lot of people who is kneeling down to him. I am not sure whether those people is alive or dead. But, I could tell that the are kneeling as if they are afraid to stand up against Yoongi.
The scene back to Yoongi the boss. He and his gang looks like preparing to do something. I can feel that he wants to confront something or maybe someone.
Meanwhile, Yoongi the king still continue to wonder around the courtyard. Here is the interesting lyrics from this scene.
Who's the king, who's the boss
You all know my name
Off their heads
At this point, I know that this song is dissing someone. I believe this song is also for haters--just like Agust D mixtape in 2016. But, I sense that there will be something more than dissing haters.
Sumber:Big Hit
Next, we can see Yoongi the King stand up in the balcony. He is looking for the execution tradition in the courtyard. I tried to look more about this tradition, but I just couldn't find more about this reference. I mean, I never trust Wikipedia for this kind of thing and another source that I know is from Twitter. Like, seriously?
Then, I tried again and found an article from Gwangju News. I don't know whether this is the right reference or not, but the corporal punishment happened to be during the Joseon Dynasty. One of types of punishment form this era is the death penalty with beheading the guilty one.
In the MV, you could see that the executor is beheading someone and saved the head into the wooden box. As you can see in the first courtyard scene, there are a wooden box beside each of the dead body. So, you can assume that all of them is person that has be punished by Yoongi the king.
After that, Yoongi the boss arrived at the palace and Yoongi the king could sense it. Both of them are smirking to each other. At this point, I don't what I could expect from the story.
The next scene is when Yoongi the boss rapping again. In this scene, you can see the sketch of Bang PD that mentioned by Yoongi.
Woo, who says time is money
My time is worth more than that
The lyrics is very strong and you just can't skip the "I'm so thankful I'm a genius" part.
I don't know what's happening but seems like Yoongi the boss has been caught by the Yoongi the king's guard. He is tied and starting to rap with a slow-paced.
I got everything I wanted, what more'll make me feel contented
I wanted clothes clothes, then money money, then goal goal, now what's next
Yeah what's next, here come my reality check there's nowhere higher
I only locked up and now I want to look down and put my feet on the ground
I am king, I'm a boss
Remember my name
All shit-talk they got no game
Off with their heads
Sumber: Big Hit
Then, you can see that Yoongi the boss is blindfolded and being dragged to the Palace' courtyard. To be honest, I wonder what's Yoongi's fault here? Insulting the king or what?
The climax from this MV happened when the executor is starting his ritual to beheaded Yoongi the boss. Yoongi itself, is starting to head-banging and followed by all of the people in the courtyard. Who are they? I really don't have any idea, to be honest.
At the other hand, Yoongi the king only watch and smirk I guess. When the music is stopped, you can see that the executor has swung his sword to the Yoongi the boss. Is he dead?
Fortunately, he isn't. The executor handed the gun to Yoongi the boss. Then, Yoongi started to walk toward Yoongi the king and... you know what will happened next, right?
Is this a duality of persona?
Sumber: Big HIt
I believe that both of Yoongi the king and Yoongi the boss is representing something. Whether it will be Suga, Agust D, or Yoongi persona, or anything else. But I believe that they are the same person.
I know that there are a lot of things happened in the MV and I believed that I know nothing about it. I will wait for the explanation video from my favorite Youtuber for this one.
As for me, I think this song is kind of dissing haters and maybe a revelation of the life goals of Yoongi as an artist. I don't know if I make any sense or not, but I think that this song is so much more about dissing hatters.
Even though I have a lot of to say, I just couldn't write it one by one right away. Just like Jimin ever said, it's like there's a hole in my head. So much to take and I don't know how to express it.
Conclusion
This MV is absolutely incredible. The song is very lively and catchy. I think, I'll do the mixtape review for D-2. I don't know when will I post it, but I'll try to make it one.
Anyway, I love all of the songs from this mixtape. Agust D 2 is very iconic and worth to wait.
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