The Palace Has Closed

Consider it corny, but I was a regular "tagasubaybay" or follower of the very popular Korean telenovela which captured and attracted many Filipino audience because of its unique plot and play of stories.

Although I have missed some of its episodes, I can still update myself because I have so many offices mates who are also an aficionados of "Jewel in the Palace". That's why, i was inspired to write this blog before it closes today at 10:00 PM on GMA7.

What I really like about the story is their attack on many aspects of life that when reflected, it has an attack on personal character. You would consider yourself to be as one of its villain or would like to be admired as the Great "Jang-geum." Its unique combination of two themes: the successful rise of a female, which is rarely covered in historical genre, and the elements of traditional food and medicine gives a remarkable ratings to the show.

For almost eight months, it become number one telenovela to its time slot in the Philippines (Ups, sounding like Kapuso?). But seriously, it has something to brag about because the show had gained popularity among Asians and America.

I am facinated with the way the costume was represented in their society, a very traditional yet so elegant and gorgeous to look at. The hairstyles of the higher-status women are also cleverly portrayed by the cast. And what i love most of the character of Jang-geum' is her remarkable determination and wisdom, she takes on even greater odds, challenging numerous foes and even society to achieve a position never-before-held by a woman in Korean history!

Now, as the show "Jewel in the Palace" closes its doors to many Filipinos who watched the show, Let it give us something to think of....ourselves and our politics.












How i wish too, that our own film industry would come up with something like this in the future. We have so many historical figures that can be made and worth to film. But I think, It's up for the creativity and intensive research work of the writers to come up with something like the true story of Jang-geum.