The third and fourth episodes of Chief Detective 1958 aired on April 25 and 26, 2024. This time, Park Yeong Han (played by Lee Je Hoon) and Unit 1 detectives delve into a case involving a bank robbery and child trafficking. Additionally, episode four reveals Kim Sang Sun’s (portrayed by Lee Dong Hwi) past in connection with the child trafficking case.
Director Kim Sung Hoon and the cast gathered to discuss episodes three and four in the Chief Detective 1958 Commentary released by MBC on April 30, 2024. They shared numerous intricate details and intriguing behind-the-scenes facts about the show’s second week.
Attention: Spoilers ahead.
1. Lee Je Hoon’s dialogue was altered to match the weather conditions during filming.
Chief Detective 1958 Commentary excerpt (youtube.com/mbc_drama)During episode three, the dialogue for Park Yeong Han was adjusted due to changing weather conditions. Originally, he was supposed to say, “Because the weather is fine today, I will forgive you.” However, the dialogue was modified on set to reflect the sudden change in weather to cloudy and damp.
2. Extensive research was conducted for the props used in street scenes and police stations.
Chief Detective 1958 Commentary excerpt (youtube.com/mbc_drama)Director Kim Sung Hoon meticulously researched the time period depicted in Chief Detective 1958, ensuring accuracy in the props used. Street posters and police station settings were crafted with attention to detail, providing authenticity to the era.
3. The director aimed for simplicity in filming the bank robbery scene.
Chief Detective 1958 Commentary excerpt (youtube.com/mbc_drama)Director Kim Sung Hoon sought to capture a simple, naive feel in the bank robbery scene, reflecting the historical context. Rather than employing elaborate camera techniques, the focus was on conveying the essence of the event through subtle filmmaking methods.
4. Yoon Hyun Soo, who plays Seo Ho Jeong, didn’t understand the contents of the newspaper prop.
Chief Detective 1958 Commentary excerpt (youtube.com/mbc_drama)Although adept at portraying his character’s actions, Yoon Hyun Soo confessed to not comprehending the Hanja characters in the newspaper prop used during filming.
5. Director Kim Sung Hoon praised the chemistry between Lee Je Hoon and Seo Eun Soo in romantic scenes.
Chief Detective 1958 Commentary excerpt (youtube.com/mbc_drama)The director and cast acknowledged the effectiveness of Lee Je Hoon and Seo Eun Soo’s performances in portraying romantic moments, which evoked envy from viewers.
6. Lee Je Hoon insisted on performing a dangerous scene himself.
Chief Detective 1958 Commentary excerpt (youtube.com/mbc_drama)In a scene involving Lee Je Hoon dodging a moving car in episode four, the actor opted to perform the stunt himself despite a replacement actor being prepared.
7. Lee Dong Hwi improvised a memorable scene with child actor Choi Go.
Chief Detective 1958 Commentary excerpt (youtube.com/mbc_drama)A scene where Lee Dong Hwi covers child actor Choi Go’s face in episode four was improvised and added depth to the interaction between the characters.
8. Director Kim Sung Hoon complimented Lee Dong Hwi’s serious demeanor during filming.
Chief Detective 1958 Commentary excerpt (youtube.com/mbc_drama)While praising Lee Dong Hwi’s serious portrayal, the actor humbly downplayed his appearance, revealing he avoided taking photos during filming.
From these anecdotes, it’s evident that the production of Chief Detective 1958 involved teamwork and dedication. The director and cast hinted at darker themes in the upcoming episodes, promising a more intense storyline.
