Dramas That Make You Think
I'm a big fan of the dramas that raise one or several social, political or philosophical question. I don't think all dramas should do the same, but there's definitely something touching about these ones, that makes them unforgettable.
Here's a list of my favorite thought-provoking shows, in order of preference.
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1. Queen Seon Duk
Korean Drama - 2009, 62 episodes
What makes a great ruler?
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2. Mãe
Korean Drama - 2018, 16 episodes
What does it mean, to be a mother?
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3. Drama Special Series Season 1: White Christmas
Korean Special - 2011, 8 episodes
Are psychopaths born or made?
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4. Tudo Bem, Isso é Amor
Korean Drama - 2014, 16 episodes
What does it mean, to have a mental health issue? How do you cope and treat it?
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5. Tudo Bem Não Ser Normal
Korean Drama - 2020, 16 episodes
Is having a trauma or psychological condition only a bad thing?
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6. Eu Ouço a Sua Voz
Korean Drama - 2013, 18 episodes
What is justice? What is the role of the legal system and those that work in it?
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7. Pinóquio
Korean Drama - 2014, 20 episodes
What is truth? What is the role of the media and those that work in the field?
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8. The Queen's Classroom
Korean Drama - 2013, 16 episodes
What's a good teacher?
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9. O Bom Doutor
Korean Drama - 2013, 20 episodes
What should someone on the autistic spectrum do in life? What should their relationships be like?
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10. Two Fathers
Taiwanese Drama - 2013, 73 episodes
Are families really incomplete without a mom (or a dad)?