K-Drama Review: “Agency” Displays Sacrifices Behind A Big Advertisement Industry

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Asserting the advantages of being on top of the game, Agency highlights a roller coaster ride of reality that ties to success. 

Agency, a workplace drama directed by Lee Chang-Min and written by Song Soo-Han depicts the story of Go Ah-in (Lee Bo Young)’s career path as she climbs to the highest position in an advertising company. She came from a poor family and didn’t graduate from a prestigious university. 

  • Main Cast: Lee Bo Young | Son Na Eun  | Jo Sung Ha | Han Joon Woo
  • Supporting Cast: Jeon Hye-jin | Lee Chang-hoon | Lee Kyung-min
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Agency Quick Plot Recap 

Go Ah-In (Lee Bo Young) is the first female executive at a prominent advertising agency, and the series chronicles her rise to power.

Ah-in’s persona started off strong, demonstrating her ability to get what she wants. Because of her forceful personality, she often finds herself at odds with her coworkers.

The likes of Jo Eun-Jung, Han Byung-Soo, Seo Jung-Woo, and Bae Won-Hee support her because they think she has a decent philosophy on life and a nice heart even though she displays a strong character.

They were there beside Go Ah-in, overcoming the obstacles that plagued their efforts.

Ah-in ultimately decided to start her own agency with her closest allies, despite the fact that doing so required much personal sacrifice and conflict.

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Agency Series Highlights 

A Drama that Stands Firm with its Advocacy.

The series is not your run-of-the-mill TV drama; it has a profound message for its audience. To begin with, fewer people are exposed to the stereotype of a woman’s role in society. Agency, however, reveals how a lady who has faced significant obstacles in her life ultimately triumphs.

Notably, it conveys the notion that there are no limits to how a woman can or should be treated in society.

Yet, Go Ah-in’s mental condition is a direct result of the strain she puts on herself to succeed.

The drama has a gentle side, showing how important it is to recognize one’s own limitations and learn to take it easy every once in a while.

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A Story That Speaks of the Reality 

Agency’s creative cast of characters tells a variety of timely tales. In which your feelings will win out and cause you to burst into tears.

There are parts of the drama that will have you glued to your seat and begging for more. These feelings are understandable given that the Agency presents a scenario that reflects actual events.

From its kickoff, it never let the drama fans down for its engrossing stories.

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Agency Series Musings 

Breathing life into another superb character, Lee Bo Young as Go Ah-in in Agency showcased feats and setbacks from which viewers can learn a great deal about what really matters in life.

Yet, it goes beyond merely sending a message that women may succeed in the male-dominated field of advertising. But just because a woman puts on a confident front doesn’t mean she has everything under control.

Furthermore, there will always be sacrifices to make because there is no easy way to succeed in life.

Relatable to anyone in a workplace setting, the series generates healthy doses of ruminative moments of what it means to be part of an organization. When it comes to the realities of working in advertising, there’s more to learn and be aware of. In addition to the major costs that must be paid.

Offering high-quality drama in each episode, Agency highlights aggressive and subdued moments while traversing the ups and downs of its heroine.

Remarkably, it is such an excellent blending of efficient portrayal to a solid narrative.

International fans can watch Agency on K-Plus.


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