Episode Guide
Episode 1 -| Review Score –5/5 Episode 2 -| Review Score –4.5/5 Episode 3 -| Review Score –4/5 Episode 4 -| Review Score –4/5 Episode 5 -| Review Score –3.5/5 Episode 6 -| Review Score –4/5 Episode 7 -| Review Score –3.5/5 Episode 8 -| Review Score –4.5/5 Episode 9 -| Review Score –3.5/5Episode 10 -| Review Score –3.5/7
Goblin is a popular Korean drama that many people enjoy. I have watched it multiple times and I think it is a great show. The romance is a bit subjective, but the show hits the right balance of fantasy, romance and epic historical drama.
But then, after a few episodes, the series began to feel like a watered-down version of itself. The characters were wooden and the plot was thin. And while Bulgasal: Immortal Souls is still worth watching, it’s not as great as it seemed when it first came out.
The show has potential but it falls short in areas where it matters most. Despite a strong ending, Bulgasal slips up where it matters most. The show is good but it could be better.
Hwal, a man-turned-immortal who vows revenge on a woman with a mysterious past, happens to be responsible for his immortality and miseries.
The author’s premise for the novel is intriguing and has potential to be a great read. The idea of reincarnation, destiny, and romance are all interesting concepts and could be used to create a great story. However, the writing style could use some improvement. The author could use more concise language and make sure to use strong verbs throughout the book.
The problem is, Bulgasal gets bogged down in developing its familial ties without actually expanding beyond that to keep its plot exciting and dramatic. That’s an issue plaguing much of this show, which loses its way midway through. ..
The family that comes to the forefront of this series is made up of a grizzled detective known as Kwon, a boy named Do-Yun, and an old lady Hye-Seok. There is also Si-ho, although her influence on the series only stretches as far as prophetic powers and teasing glimmers of the past. ..
The show has been building to this moment for a while now, but it’s the reveal of Hwal’s family that really sets it apart from other dramas. It’s a difficult decision to make, but one that Bulgasal makes with great care. We see him struggle with whether or not to tell his family the truth about what happened to him, and ultimately he decides against it because he knows they would never forgive him.
The showrunners have teased an evil turn throughout its run, but it never materializes. At the same time, what happened originally 1000 years ago is so central to keeping this show ticking over that when it finally is revealed, it doesn’t feel anywhere near as epic as the first few episodes would have you believe.
However, there are some problems with the show. The first is that it feels too slow to build up to its big moments. This can be frustrating for viewers who are looking for a high-quality action-packed series. Additionally, the romance between Hwal and Sang-Un feels forced and artificial. It doesn’t feel like it could have been any better if it wasn’t so rushed.
Moments is a great word to describe Bulgasal. There are moments of beauty, mystery and excitement sprinkled throughout a mundane drama, romance and fantasy. Bulgasal: Immortal Souls had potential that was unfortunately never fully explored.
