From its cast to the overall visuals, ENA's "Lies Hidden in My Garden" is slowly gaining attention. Based on the novel "Lies Hidden in My Backyard," the new thriller-mystery series showcases a lot of symbolism that keeps fans hooked on every episode.
In the drama, Kim Tae Hee and Lim Ji Yeon play characters with contradicting lives. One of the factors that depict their different lifestyles is their respective houses, which play a significant role in the K-drama.
Truth Behind Lim Ji Yeon & Kim Tae Hee's House in 'Lies Hidden in My Garden'
Among the elements that stimulate viewers' interest are the houses of the main characters.
According to the show's art director, Kim Hee Jin, who won a recognition at the 2019 Female Film Impression Skills Award, the movie "Catfish" symbolizes the difference between the two women and the situation that they are in.
Moon Jo Ran's house, which was played by Kim Tae Hee, harbors a contemporary aesthetic.
The art director explained that they filled the room with pattern wallpapers and curtains to contrast the dark life of Sang Eun.
In the thriller-mystery K-drama, Choo Sang Eun is a victim of domestic abuse. While Joo Ran is being manipulated by her husband, she is being physically abused by Kim Yoon Beom.
Meanwhile as the story develops, the art director hinted at the changes with the visuals that along with progress of the story.
Is Kim Tae Hee's House in 'Lies Hidden in My Garden' Similar to 'Parasite'?
While some of the viewers were tuned in to the twists and turns of the story, eagle-eyed viewers noticed a familiar building in "Lies Hidden in My Garden."
Over social media, netizens pointed out how Moon Joo Ran's house reminded them of the Park family's mansion in the movie "Parasite."
According to some, it gives off "Parasite" vibes since both houses have similar elements like huge backgrounds, glass windows, and more.
Although the production team has yet to address this, others mentioned that it might be a "different" house.
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