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May 22, 2022 · Meaning to say, turn-of-the-century dramas like Mr. Sunshine, while technically period pieces, aren’t typically referred to as sageuks. The reason many sageuks have longer running times, is, I think, due to the court machinations which are often integral to the story, and which tend to take up large chunks of screen time.
Unlike most sageuk dramas dealing with the Japanese occupation of Korea, Mr. Sunshine takes place before the Japanese annexation, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It has a heavy focus on the Righteous Army and depicts the lives of people who fought for Korea's freedom.
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Mr. Sunshine centres around Eugene Choi, who was born into slavery in Joseon. After his father is beaten to death and his mother dies protecting him, young Eugene escapes to the United States at the time of the 1871 Shinmiyangyo incident with the help of a Christian missionary. He grows up in New York City and becomes a Marine Corpsofficer. When he...
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1. Lee Byung-hun as Eugene Choi / Choi Yu-jin 1.1. Kim Kang-hoonas child Eugene Choi / Choi Yu-jin 1.2. as young Eugene Choi / Choi Yu-jin A captain of the United States Marine Corps and former Joseon slave. After witnessing his parents' death at the hands of their owner, Eugene manages to escape to the United States where he becomes an officer in the Marine Corps and fights in the Spanish–American War. He later returns to Koreaon a diplomatic mission and falls in love with Go Ae-shin. Eugene...
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1. Lee Si-aas Eugene Choi's mother 2. as Eugene Choi's father 3. Choi Jong-won as Grand Internal Prince Heungseon Emperor Gojong's father. 1. Yoon Kyung-hoas Jang Seung-gu's father A gunner killed during the Shinmiyangyoincident. 1. Im Se-mias Gu Dong-mae's mother 2. Shim Wan-joonas Gu Dong-mae's father 3. Jin Gooas Go Sang-wan Go Ae-sin's father who is killed while plotting to assassinate Yi Wan-ik. 1. Kim Ji-wonas Kim Hui-jin Go Ae-shin's mother who is killed by Yi Wan-ik. 1. Kim Joo-ryoung...
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Unlike most sageuk dramas dealing with the Japanese occupation of Korea, Mr. Sunshine takes place before the Japanese annexation, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It has a heavy focus on the Righteous Army and depicts the lives of people who fought for Korea's freedom. Real-life historical events such as the Shinmiyangyo incident, the Spanish-American War, the assassination of Empress Myeongseong, the Russo-Japanese War, Gojong's forced abdication and the Battle of Namdaemunare port...
Main historical events described in Mr. Sunshine
1. The Battle of Ganghwa: A major battle that occurred on June 10, 1871 between the United States and Joseon. On June 1, American ships came under fire when they entered the Ganghwa Straits to establish trade and ensure the safety of the shipwrecked sailors of the SS General Sherman, which was destroyed by the Joseon army. As a result of Joseon's refusal to apologize, on June 10, USS Palos and USSMonocacy fired their weapons against the Choji Garrison on Ganghwa Island. The incident is thorou...
On May 29, 2017, it was announced that Kim Eun-sook had begun writing a new series with the working title Mr. Sunshine. A representative from Hwa&Dam Pictures stated that it would be aired in the spring or summer of the following year. The series is the third collaboration between Kim and director Lee Eung-bok, after Descendants of the Sun (2016) a...
The music was composed by Nam Hye-seung, who is known for her work on many Korean dramas. Mr. Sunshine's score was recorded at the newly opened Synchron Stage Vienna in Austria. Nam Hye-seung travelled to Vienna to attend the recording in person. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5 Part 6 Part 7 Part 8 Part 9 Part 10 Part 11 Part 12 Part 13 Part 14 ...
Critics praised the drama for its "deep storytelling" and its ability to raise viewers' awareness of history. The Korea Times applauded the drama for shedding light on those deemed peripheral in society, such as women and the lower classes, and for successfully laying out contradictions and hope in the fast-evolving late Joseon period; it also prai...
At the time of airing, Mr. Sunshine recorded the third highest ratings in Korean cable television history with its final episode reaching 18.129% and netting an average rating of 12.955%, which was the highest average rating ever recorded for cable television until the release of The World of the Marriedin 2020. An 8.9% viewership rating was record...
Web site: Mr Sunshine on Netflix: How many episodes in the new series?. Daily Express. Mr Sunshine will have 24 episodes in total.. 2018-07-06. 2018-07-11. 2020-08-19. https://web.archive.org/web/2...Web site: Mr. Sunshine' features high-end cinematography. July 10, 2018. The Korea Times. May 1, 2024. April 6, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230406213522/http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/art/...Web site: "Mr. Sunshine" Cast Say Their Farewells As Drama Comes To An End. 30 September 2018. September 30, 2018. 19 August 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20200819033149/https://www.soompi.com/...Web site: 'Mr. Sunshine' depicts lives of unsung heroes of national independence. June 26, 2018. Yonhap News Agency. June 28, 2018. October 26, 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20181026095540/http...- Various Artists
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Jun 13, 2024 · "Mr. Sunshine" A historical romance sageuk drama that tells the story of a young American boy who grows up in Korea during the late 19th century. The show explores themes of love, identity, and social change, featuring stunning costumes and sets that transport viewers to the late 19th century.
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Jul 21, 2018 · First impressions, y'all! That hotly anticipated next drama, Mr. Sunshine from that little known (ahem) writer in kdramaland. I finally caught the first episode, which is now available on Netflix. [New eps every week.] #1: Episode 1 is packed. Lots of characters and backstory. It's historical sageuk vibes, so it's chock full of betrayal ...
Oct 14, 2018 · Ko, played by Kim Tae-ri, is a fictional character created by the celebrated writer Kim Eun-sook to help tell this story in “Mr. Sunshine,” which recently wrapped up its 24 episodes with high ratings both on local television and on Netflix.
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if you liked mr. sunshine you should watch gaksital/bridal mas (2012). it was written by the same person behind sky castle. it’s a sageuk set during the japanese occupation of korea as well. absolutely brilliant and inspirational. never felt that emotional about a drama before or since. i’m not korean either and it made me feel patriotic ...
