Tale of the Nine-Tailed Season 2 (2023)

Adrenalina, comicità e azione, imperdibile!

Quanto mi sono divertita! Non ho volutamente letto niente riguardo a questa drama dopo aver visto il primo e quindi non sapevo cosa aspettarmi.
Un racconto che dopo aver visto il primo mi ha sorpreso, un misto di comicità, azione e thriller. L'amore per la famiglia, l'importanza della amicizia, l'amore per la propria terra stanno alla base di questa storia da non perdere.
12 puntate una più coinvolgente dell'altra.
Qui non c'è stata una storia d'amore prevalente come nel primo, c'è stato spazio per molte altre cose e quindi si è rivelata una storia dinamica, avventurosa e coinvolgente.
Gli attori sono stati tutti eccezionali, I due fratelli volpe hanno lavorato molto bene insieme, sono riusciti ad esprimere il valore del loro legame familiare.
Cosi come i tre dèi delle montagne hanno ritrovato gli antichi legami che li avevano tenuti uniti fin dalla loro infanzia.
La storia in sè è stata ben scritta, non ci sono vuoti importanti che hanno lasciato dubbi, è evidente che ci sarà un seguito! E di questo ne sono molto felice.
Belle le ambientazioni, i trucchi, i costumi.
Molto ben eseguiti i cosiddetti "effetti speciali".
Bravi a tutti! Al cast intero, alle musiche, regista e fotografia.
Se potessi darei 100!

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⚔️ Unbreakable Bonds and Unforgettable Friendships: A 'Fox'-ceptional Sequel

It's rare for a second season to surpass the first, let alone do it in a way that doesn't compromise the canon set up by the original. Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938 does this exceptionally well. It manages to retain all the elements that made season one great: flawed. complex and intriguing main characters (Lee Yeon and Lee Rang) and their wounded but unbreakable bond, the rich fantasy world-building, and the deeply interwoven native folklores. However, it surpasses the original with improved pacing, a tighter plot, and significantly better villains and backstory.

The original's biggest flaw was a weak villain and the vague backstory of FL's parents, which left us with unanswered questions and plot holes. With 1938, the villains are more coherent, although we are still left with some unanswered questions regarding one of them (presumably to be addressed in the third season?). The backstory of the villains is better fleshed out, adding to the compelling threat they pose. Despite being a fantasy where the outcome is fairly assured, the series manages to raise the stakes against our heroes and presents them with a daunting task.

Much of the enjoyment comes from the excellent chemistry between the characters. Beyond the remarkable camaraderie between the Lee brothers, the fellowship among the Mountain god trio is equally engaging. The humour is on point, with comedic situations and witty dialogue. The tone seamlessly shifts between humor and intrigue, poignant and thrilling. No moment is wasted, and even side characters and their stories are well-integrated into the overarching narrative.

I must admit that some of the flaws from the writer are still present in this season, mainly a tendency to leave a trail of apparent plot holes. While it's slightly less overt in season 2, it remains noticeable. In season 1, it mainly revolved around the parents' storyline and the reincarnation concept. In season 2, the lack of clear discussion over Moo Young's brother's atrocities is a glaring plot hole, especially considering the flashback showing him attacking Moo Young himself. It could have been addressed with a scene that demonstrates why Moo Young is confident in his brother's innocence.

The one main flaw of S1 was Lee Yeon and Ji Ah's relationship. It was perhaps a combination of weak writing (it relied too heavily on her past self rather than developing the relationship with the present character) and a lack of chemistry between them. (That being said, I was still able to enjoy their relationship because LDW is just that adorable.) S2 is better precisely because it stays true to S1, our nine-tailed fox loves for life, so his chemistry with Hong Joo make for an uncomplicated, witty and enjoyable friendship. Kim So Yeon steals every scene she's in, exhibiting great chemistry with all her co-stars. The treat was seeing Lee Rang's love story, although his surprise power raises more questions that will hopefully be addressed in Season 3.

As someone who was initially wary of a sequel, I was amazed by the quality of this season and now find myself longing for Season 3.

9.5/10

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