Simon

I have watched the Korean drama Awaken on many occasions. I enjoy the show not only for its smooth plotline and captivating themes, but also because its characters are exceptional and wonderfully complex. There isn’t a single character who fails to enrich the narrative; I appreciate every one of them for the impactful roles they play. The cast consists of extremely high-quality, charismatic actors who complement each other remarkably well. The main protagonist, Do Jung-woo (played by South Korean actor Namkoong Min), is unconventional. He doesn’t play the traditional hero; instead, he comes across as deeply intelligent, wise, and guided by his own internal moral compass. Awaken deals with the sensitive and heavy topic of children being used as human subjects in biological experimentation. As a child, Jung-woo was one of those subjects. As an adult, he takes on the responsibility of fighting the shadowy forces still responsible for these atrocities. Operating in the gray area where li...

I have a problem with family priorities Children, women, dogs, then me Being on top of the food chain I don't understand a dog ranks ahead of me Is domestication the culprit? The reason for my obscurity? Have I become an Invisible Man? Can’t see my own hands I am nostalgic for my previous life  Where once I was King I’ve become a 'friend' Offering unconditional love Domesticated  Have I become a domestic To serve to submit  Made less aggressive Hands to the ground  Pushing progress forward Horse and buggy  How did this happen My dependency notarized  My home a distant memory My genes permanently altered Who is responsible for my fate Have I lost control