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Friday, June 23, 2006 || jewel in the palace (daejanggeum)

i have been following this drama for the last three months...haha...this drama is based on the story of a real historical figure (Jang-geum) who was the first and only woman to serve as head physician to the King in the rigidly hierarchical and male-dominated social structure of the Joseon Dynasty. it showcases the successful rise of a female, which is rarely covered in historical genre, and the elements of traditional food and medicine, which deeply leave behind several traces of practices...when preparing food, one must cook his/her best, and shower the food with love, so that the consumer will be happy...when treating patients, on must try his'her best, and should not discriminate any patients, regardless of the patients' background. this show brings out a lot about humanity...Seo Jang-geum, the main actress, displays intelligence and positive attitude when daunted by obstacles...yet she is able to overcome all difficulties, solely base on her sincere and forgiving heart...of course, there are bound to be villian in every drama...
Lady Choi (Choi Seong-geum) is considered by many to be the bad 'guy', but perhaps we can think of the reasons of why she did all the bad things...but I personally believe that she has a conscience. After all, she never wanted to harm Myeong-Yi but felt she had to for the interests of her family.Arrogant and self-assured, she is a master of cooking with a frightening tenacity to succeed. Her desire for power leads her to plot for the death of Madame Park, the mother of Jang-geum, and Lady Han. in addtion, not to forget the many gorgeous costumes and the hairstyles, and the many wonderful appetising palace food...haha...

this is one of the shows that my whole family watch together...and this truly bonds the family...when we discuss and worry about what will happen next...

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photo adapted from:http://english.tour2korea.com/02Culture/TVMiniseries/daejangguem.asp?kosm=m2_6&konum=1


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