Arthdal Chronicles Part 1: The Children of Prophecy (2019)

Amazing! (Info in review - Read before watching to avoid disappointment)

Amazing, binge worthy show. Highly recommended! (See info below to avoid disappointment)

**INFO **

**Parts 1,2 &3 of Arthdal Chronicals each have ×6 episodes, totaling ×18 episodes which make up Season 1 (Netflix).
** There have been concerns around the shows renewal & numerous scandals. However, in early 2020 they tweeted confirmation that the show had been renewed for Season 2. (See quote & link below). There has been no further confirmation or official updates as far as I know. So it's all still a bit wishy-washy on the details & there's still a chance it might never happen.

Since Season 1 (Part 3) ends on a cliffhanger, I suggest you maybe wait & see if the show continues before you invest hours of your life. Fingers crossed it will be ?

https://mobile.twitter.com/netflixarthdal/status/1227864083375906816
Arthdal Chronicles
@netflixarthdal· Feb 13, 2020
"We are currently preparing to launch filming for a new season of 'Arthdal Chronicles' by the second half of this year. We are still in the process of reviewing factors such as the director, the cast, etc." #ArthdalChroniclesSeason2

Thanks & hope this info helps!

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A must watch for fans of historical fantasy

I watched this as a season which included parts 1-3 so this is about that first season or 18 episodes.

9/10 is my rating. This is a 2019 South Korean Fantasy Historical, Action, Tribal Romance with 18, 80 Minute episodes.

First I provide a Unique Synopsis then Review

Synopsis

It is tribal warfare in the mythical land of Arth. As warfare and power struggles inevitably happen in the battle for resources, legendary people emerge. Two brothers, raised on opposite sides of the battle, are enamored with the same woman. Will those that are good overcome those who only desire wealth and power? Can the weak rise in power enough to protect those they care about? Is the tribal way of life gone forever?

LEAD CHARACTERS

Tagon (Jang Dong gun) is the son and military strategist of the leader of the Arthdal Union. He is also Igutu [a mixed blood child between the race that has beast like abilities Neanthal) and the humans] but it is a very well kept secret.

Eun seom and Sayaedit (Song Joong Ki) are identical twin brothers who were taken when the Neanthal were wiped out. Eun seom is raised by his mother and Sayaedit is raised by Tagon.

Tanya (Kim Ji won) Her and Eun seom grow up together after Eun seom joins her tribe upon his mother’s death.

Review

This has a tribal otherworldly feel akin to “Avatar.” Overall a very good fictional historical series. For those familiar with “Avatar” there are a but if those vibes but also some “Clan of the Cave Bear” as well as “Game of Thrones” reminiscent elements but it is uniquely its own at the same time. It reminds me of “Avatar” just in how innocent and close to nature the Wahan tribe are and the way their gods and clan mother are such a central part of the tribal identity. The elements that remind me of “Clan of the Cave Bear” are the fact there is this other race of people and hostility between the two but there are those that are mixed and experience difficulty because of having blood of both peoples. It reminds me of “Game of Thrones” because there are characters that are neither completely good nor evil and you definitely should avoid getting too attached even to central characters. I think the cultures that are built are believable and the characters are very well acted and developed. If it was a stand alone season I would have to say it ends happily enough but without major plot lines resolved. You would definitely expect another season based on how it ends. If you like this genre I would say this is a very good addition.  I might rewatch it at some point because it is good but also very complex. In terms of recommending it, I would recommend it to anyone who are fans of the actors as they do a wonderful job with the characters. I would also recommend it as a representative of the genre and just as another great South Korean series.

#JangDongGun

#SongJoonKi

#KimJiWon

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Premesso che si tratta solo della prima parte della storia, in cui si fa, tra l’altro, un po’ di world building, bisogna dire subito che, benché ci si fermi in un momento pieno di suspense su più fronti, le stagioni successive sono già disponibili su Netflix.
Questa suddivisione in tre parti – ma su Netflix ci sono tutte le 18 puntate in fila – ad alcuni può essere risultata sgradevole, ma per chi si approcci al titolo solo ora è un discorso senza alcun valore.

La storia è ambientata nell’età del bronzo, e prende più di uno spunto dalla mitologia coreana. I Naeanthal, una razza di super umani che vive in armonia con la natura, dagli occhi e sangue di un azzurro vividissimo, vengono sterminati fino all’ultimo dai Saram, gli umani che sono posseduti dalla smania di possedere terre, ricchezze e potere. Rimangono alcuni Igutu, mezzosangue umano/Naeanthal, che hanno il sangue viola e capacità superiori, a cui viene data una caccia spietata.

Eunseom è uno di questi Igutu, che non sa d’esserlo, e viene accolto in una tribù che vive isolata, ma sarà ben presto aggredita dalle truppe dei Saram, guidate dal fortissimo Tagon. La lotta di Eunseom per salvare quel che resta della sua gente occuperà buona parte di questo primo corso, sullo sfondo di intricatissimi intrighi e lotte intestine, anche fra padri e figli – e figlie. Ma, alla fine, continuare a parlare della “tribù” Wahan diventa un po’ ridicolo: i sopravvissuti sono sì e no una dozzina.

C’è chi si lamenta che non sia stato spiegato abbastanza degli usi e costumi di questo mondo inventato. Personalmente, non mi sono trovata spaesata e, dopo un po’ di difficoltà, che trovo comunque guardando tutti i drama orientali, sono riuscita a districarmi fra le varie tribù/fazioni.

Quel che ho trovato, in abbondanza, è una grande cura per l’impatto visivo delle varie scene. Le ambientazioni sono varie e, quando occorre, relativamente ricche. Molti inseguimenti sono stati filmati in modo tale che mi trovavo ad ansimare con gli inseguiti. Trucco e parrucco sono veramente ammirevoli: specie nella tribù Wahan, quella di Eunseom, hanno fatto un lavoro egregio, anche nei costumi. Ho trovato molto gradevoli, ma forse poco coerenti, i costumi “cittadini” e degli eserciti, forse un pelino troppo moderni per il periodo che si vuole rappresentare. Ma, siccome si tratta pur sempre di un mondo di fantasia, tutto ci può stare. Il commento musicale non è forse molto vario, ma adeguato a quel che passa sullo schermo. Non indimenticabile, ma nemmeno disprezzabile.

Song Joong Ki, nella parte di Eunseom, è stato veramente perfetto, e d’altronde è un grande attore, che ha consegnato l’ottima interpretazione che da lui ci si aspettava. Kim Ji Won è stata la brillante interprete di Tanya, la discepola della Grande Madre della tribù Wahan, la Lupa Bianca. Come Eunseom, è nata sotto il segno di una profezia e la sua crescita interiore, la sua affermazione come Grande Madre, la riuscita nel comunicare col mondo degli spiriti avranno grande importanza ai fini della storia.

Tagon è l’eroe guerriero di Arthdal. Eroe solo per la sua gente, perché in realtà si comporta come i colonialisti europei di qualche secolo fa, se non peggio. E’ un uomo fortissimo e intelligentissimo, sin da bambino disprezzato e temuto dal padre, che è il capo dell’Unione delle tribù Saram. Anche questo conflitto sarà basilare per le vicende.

Cosa non mi è piaciuto? In realtà c’è stato un momento in cui mi sono sentita un po’ stranita: in una scena, un personaggio si atteggia a divinità scesa in terra, con un vestito bianco, capelli castani sciolti, barba… Momento piuttosto cringe. Ma passa in fretta.

In definitiva, esperienza in generale molto più che positiva, per quanto monca. Per fortuna posso saltare subito alla seconda parte. Corro!

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Bueno…que puedo decir de esta joya??? La verdad es que las palabras se me quedan cortas al intentar hablar sobre este drama.
Ya he dicho que todavía no he visto mucho doramas históricos, pero si estos están mezclados con fantasía y no ocurre en una época real, le puedo dar una oportunidad y este fue el caso con Arthdal Chronicles. Cuando ví el cartel, dije…yo debo de ver esto.
La verdad es que el primer capítulo, y esto es algo que debo decir, es un poco lioso y puede hacer que no quieras seguir con la historia. Sin embargo, a partir del capítulo 2, la historia va sobre ruedas y cuando crees que algo se va a resolver…pues no, todavía podemos liarla más. La verdad es que a mí me tuvo pegada a la pantalla, no solo la primera vez que la vi, sino las 4 veces que la he visto (la veo cada vez que engancho a alguien a verla y la meto en la secto jajajajaja).
Si le puedo poner una nota, bueno, notita mala a la serie es como termina porque te deja ahí con toda la necesidad de que siga y te deja un vacío existencial que no se sabe cómo llenar. Y para eso he esperado durante años, AÑOS!! la segunda temporada pero tengo miedo, ya que no confío en las segundas temporadas de las series coreanas.
La verdad, Arthdal Chronicles es una serie que super recomiendo (obviamente, es mi serie favorita) y que creo que debe ver todo el mundo.

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I know this was a sad time for the Wahan Tribe, but the crying was a bit too much for me. I get very emotional when people cry. It kind of makes me have to watch it twice cuz I have cried so much that I can't see through my own tears. I loved the visual effects of the horses, the fighting, and the Igutu father who was like an animal climbing the trees to keep his family safe. That was so awesome. The white wolf was beautiful! I love the hairdos of the warriors! Song Joong Ki who played Eun Som, I just love him! I don't understand why Korea makes women look so weak and indecisive in their roles. I guess that makes the actress act her part. The fantasy is fantastic!

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The biggest weakness of this series: It's a bit slow, and it takes its time to build the world and the characters. Normally, that's considered a good thing, but I must admit I couldn't get into it for the longest time. I really enjoyed the 1st episode, with young Ta Gon, Asa Hon and their children, the Neanderthal she was in love with, I got invested into the characters and their story just to see them all ... vanish. We got a time skip, and everyone was gone. Ta Gon is still alive, of course, but the actor was replaced by an older one. I felt like someone was throwing me out of a story and into a completely different one. I didn't enjoy Eunseom's and Tanya's friendship/romance, because their characters were too childish and innocent. It was meant to be like this, I know, but it was a bit tiring watching them living in the tribe. So what changed? I don't remember which episode it was, but suddenly I was hooked. I was fascinated by Ta Gon and Taen Al Ha, those characters (and actors) just stole the spotlight. Their performance, their intensity and their political intrigues and mind games were incredible. I also started to admire Tanya, and I saw her growth and potential. Of course, the whole plot about the twin brothers was very intriguing. So I went back and rewatched the first episodes and finally understood that this series is brilliant.

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Arthdal Chronicles was way more interesting than my political science degree

~Review of Part I only~

Honestly, the political drama genre is almost dead to me at this pint. I'm sick of men in suits flouncing around parliament corridors pursued by journalists. I'm also tired of the high fantasy spin on the political drama genre which ends up just being an excuse to objectify women and showcase long-winded battle scenes. So I was thankful when I started watching Arthdal Chronicles for the breath of fresh air.

Part One – the first six episodes of the series – is all about the rich world-building. You're introduced to the characters, their settings, and the key political dynamics that set up the rest of the series.

These six episodes set the key themes for the rest of the series. These revolve around empire/nation building, racialisation, and spiritual agency. The show writers have been careful in their political crafting. They haven't just opted for a simple coloniser versus colonised binary, and instead have woven in layers of nuance right from the opening scene.

The writers also don't seem too keen on didacticism. The colonising act (trying to avoid spoilers here) is certainly depicted as cruel, but at this point the audience already has sympathy for characters on both sides. Ditto in regards to Neanthal, Igutu and Saram dynamics. This way, the characters and plot are able to achieve complexity and depth – the result being a beautifully rich world.

There's also something interesting happening with how the series treats religion/spirituality that means I'm refraining from calling this a fantasy series, but I'll get to that in my review for Part Two.

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Actors Actings are soo super cool.

Actually I first thought this drama gonna be boring,
But,It's not Song joong ki and kim ji won actings soo amazing fantastic beautiful and other main leads and other actors also soo good...


I really want them to have a good ending.....
Little bit spoilar about this drama,
This drama is not a Full romantic drama and this drama is about this worlds humans true nature i think no matter what you do.......

If you like fantasy dramas this drama is ? perfect and I recommend all of you to watch this drama.???️?️?️?️?????????????????????????????✨️✨️???????️?️?️?️?️?️?️???????????

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