Episode 7 finally gives Jeong-yo the needed attention and peace that he has been yearning for all these years. After 9 years of mourning over the guy with whom Pi-o felt at ease, seeing him again, in a mental state he never expected, tends to shake him. However, the twist arrives. Jeong-yo hasn’t forgotten anything, but all his life he has lived with an amnesia act for revenge, maybe.
Four Hands, Two Sonatas Episode 7 has a runtime of 60 minutes. The series (포핸즈) stars Song Kang, Lee Jun-young, Jang Gyu-ri, Kim Joo-heon, Yoon Se-ah and Jung Jin-young and is directed by Park Hyeon-seok.
Four Hands, Two Sonatas Episode 7 Review
The Amnesia Was an Act
Yep, I saw it coming. For a brief time, the drama ensures that the amnesia story runs around until people buy it. Though the amnesia arc was present, somehow it felt off because at times, whenever Jeong-yo reacts to Pi-o, a sense of old memories being attached was felt. This eventually gave a hint that Jeong-yo might be faking it.
When Pi-o asks Jeong-yo for a hug, and the latter refuses it, it does seem super hurtful, but when the twist is revealed, we can clearly see that Jeong-yo has lost so much and he is being cautious. He is angry, for sure.
Lee Jun-young Steals the Episode
So far, Song Kang has been stealing the show alongside Lee Jun-young, but the latter runs this episode! Lee Jun-young balancing between the fake amnesia act and the real Jeong-yo is stunning. As Luca Domenico, an international conductor, Jun-young carries himself with elegance and a whole different personality. But when it comes to being Jeong-yo, we can still see the anger and fear and the urge for him to play the piano.
As soon as he steps back in Korea, he seems super cautious because he has been through a lot and doesn’t want to miss out on his second chance.
Pi-O and Jeong-Yo Remain the Heart
Of course, they both are the reason why the series still goes on. Well, Jae-in seems like an important part, but her chemistry with Pi-O feels forced and unnatural. My eyes are definitely not interested in seeing Jae-in and Pi-o. Whereas when the flashbacks come in and show the friendship between Jeong-yo and Pi-o, the series feels light and rich.
Jae-In remains caring and supportive, but the relationship often feels underdeveloped. It just doesn’t sit well. Once they were friends and then time-skipped, they are lovers. I mean? Not even a proper romance was shown between them, and we were straight up forced to see them kiss? Makes no sense.
Is Jeong-Yo Really Seeking Revenge?
Maybe or maybe not. We still don’t know what Jeong-Yo truly wants, but it pretty much seems like revenge. He knows what happened to him and what caused him to lose the ability to play the piano. He is now a well-known music conductor with power and has a network of people he can use to avenge his wrath.
Honestly, having Pi-O become the soloist for his Korean concerto could therefore be part of a larger plan. But is the series all about revenge? Because if he had wanted it, he could’ve gotten it long ago, but he seems to have returned for something bigger. He does see Pi-o as his competitor, but he wants to know why his life got messed up. He wants closure. And for that closure, revenge can be a way or an emotional connection. We are unsure.
The Mother Mystery Continues
Pi-o’s mother is an absolute menace, as she is the reason behind so much nonsense. The drama has cast her as the villain, which only makes me wonder if there is another villain and she is just the easiest target to fix. She seems kind toward Jeong-yo, and it’s super annoying, but it’s clear she feels guilty.
The real mystery is who was behind the abduction and why. Who kidnapped Jeong-yo and what happened to him? Why did he decide to go MIA and then put on a whole amnesia act only to remember everything? Where did he learn to conduct music? How did he get the name, Luca Domenico?
Final Thoughts
Episode 7 doesn’t answer many of our questions but cleverly raises the questions and increases curiousity. Jeong-yo is the centre of this episode, and we’re forced to go with the flow to find his arc. Is he on revenge mode or is he trying to protect Pi-o? Is he trying to find closure, or does he want to ruin Pi-o’s reputation?
We don’t know for sure, but what we know is that Pi-o and Jeong-yo’s battle hasn’t gotten over, and though they both resent each other, something pulls them towards each other. And we love it!
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