The original series 'Low Life' on Disney+ (directed by Kang Yoon-sung, based on the work by Yoon Tae-ho, written by Kang Yoon-sung and Ahn Seung-hwan, provided by Walt Disney Company Korea, produced by SLL, Playgram, Po Entertainment, Heungbune Park's family, and Y Works Entertainment, co-produced by MYM Entertainment) shows differences from the original Kakao webtoon 'Fine' (published by Super Comics Studio) and brings a different kind of fun that catches the eye.
#1. "Hey, outsider! Don't hit on someone else's woman, or you might get killed."
'Beolgu' and 'Oh Hee-dong's first meeting isn't in front of the Lucky Café?
In 1977, the story of hardworking, earnest locals who are deceived and deceiving each other to claim a treasure ship buried under the sea in 'Low Life' reveals differences from the original webtoon 'Fine' and races toward its conclusion. First, the intense first appearance scene of 'Beolgu' (Jung Yoon-ho), who left a strong impression in the first episode, is not in the original. Originally, 'Beolgu' is a character that first appears in episode 2 during his meeting with 'Captain Hwang' (Hong Gi-jun). In the series, 'Oh Hee-dong' (Yang Se-jong), who came down to Mokpo on the orders of 'Oh Gwan-seok' (Ryu Seung-ryong), first meets 'Beolgu' and his gang in front of the Lucky Café. In this scene, 'Beolgu', who faces 'Oh Hee-dong' with 'Seon-ja' (Kim Min), engages in a battle of wits with his characteristic dialect, leaving a strong impression on subscribers and establishing 'actor Jung Yoon-ho' in their minds. The adaptation highlights the characters, serving as a significant advantage for both the series and the actors.
#2. 'Professor Kim' gives 'Oh Gwan-seok' a sense of crisis just by existing.
Upgraded episode unique to the series conning the yakuza's adopted son.
The second difference is that the character of 'Professor Kim' (Kim Eui-sung) is distinctly highlighted. He cleverly commits fraud with customs officials in the series while deceiving the yakuza's adopted son at an antique shop in Busan to get his Japanese sword and gun. This scene is an original episode unique to the series that vividly reveals 'Professor Kim's' boldness and meticulous con artistry through a specific incident. This setup adds credibility to 'Oh Gwan-seok's' feeling of crisis just from the existence of 'Professor Kim', increasing the tension throughout the series and maximizing curiosity and anticipation for his final actions, just two episodes away from the finale.
#3. A managerial moment of 'Yang Jeong-suk' from 'Heungbaek Biniru,' which cannot be seen in the original.
Deeper emotional lines and solidified ambitions.
The third difference is the presence or absence of 'Yang Jeong-suk' (Lim Soo-jung) in her past as an accountant during the period of 'Heungbaek Biniru,' the predecessor of 'Heungbaek Industries.' Although 'Yang Jeong-suk's' past does not appear in the webtoon 'Fine,' the series strengthens the character's backstory and the setup for 'Im Jeon-chul.' In addition, a scene where she drinks beer at midnight while reminiscing about her time with 'Oh Hee-dong' is also a setting that does not exist in the original. This scene allows the series to depict 'Yang Jeong-suk's' feelings towards 'Oh Hee-dong' more intricately. Furthermore, a scene where she attends an antique auction at a U.S. military base with 'Jin-sajang' (Park Bo-kyung) and begins to awaken to her desires, along with various aspects of 'Yang Jeong-suk' that were absent from the original, makes her a more three-dimensional character in the eyes of the audience. Lim Soo-jung is also receiving praise from subscribers for her explosive acting skills that have made 'Yang Jeong-suk' a character in her own right. This character can also be seen as a breakthrough in Lim Soo-jung's filmography.
#4. "What's this?" "I just picked it up on the way."
'Oh Hee-dong' and 'Seon-ja', the meaning of a genuine relationship.
The final difference is the change in the relationship between 'Oh Hee-dong' and 'Seon-ja.' In the original 'Fine,' 'Seon-ja' is merely a supporting character around 'Oh Hee-dong,' but in the series, they are receiving attention as a more affectionate relationship. In the original, 'Seon-ja' brings up the topic of 'Professor Kim's' (Kim Eui-sung) gun while taking a stroll with 'Oh Hee-dong,' but in the series, it is adapted so that 'Oh Hee-dong' receives a scarf he bought in Seoul and spends time with 'Seon-ja' before discussing that topic. The scene where 'Seon-ja' thinks of 'Oh Hee-dong' at the café and unhesitatingly heads to the police station with his clothes is also a scene unique to the series, revealing her deep feelings. The gradually maturing relationship between the two signifies that 'Oh Hee-dong' and 'Seon-ja' have become each other's emotional sanctuary, unlike in the original. Amid greedy characters, the two find hope and fulfill the role of revealing the message of 'Low Life' that director Kang Yoon-sung wanted to convey.
Two episodes will be released on the 13th (Wed) as the final, totaling 11 episodes.
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