K-Drama Feuilleton

THE HEIRS/On Classism, Privilege and Almonds

September 02, 2021 Maksu and Celi Season 1 Episode 9
K-Drama Feuilleton
THE HEIRS/On Classism, Privilege and Almonds
Show Notes

In this episode Maksu and Celi are reviewing the classic Kdrama "The Heirs" or "Inheritors". They discuss the asymmetric power dynamics between the lead couple and the impact and importance of classism and privilege on the the working class hero female lead. Also they discuss the portrayal of US-Americans in this drama and the USA as a place of exile and longing at the same time. Furthermore, hairstyles are (very) critically assessed and the co-hosts wonder why almonds feature so prominently in this drama... Enjoy everyone!

TW: Suicide

Shows mentioned: 

Skycastle
Descendants of the Sun
City Hunter
Legend of the Blue Sea
Hwarang