Such a really really beautiful and heartwarming drama ❤️
EVERYTHING about this drama is perfect and truly original. I love the cast so so much; the characters are so endearing.🤍 The storyline is amazing.I had forgotten what a great actress Park Bo-young was. Her portrayal of the twin sister was remarkable. She also managed to create incredible chemistry with ML Park Jin Young (he’s such a good actor too) just by looking at him with sad eyes, and his gaze in return was overwhelmingly warm, without words. This is what I call unspoken love, which speaks volumes.
This is a touching and very well-written drama, very well performed by all the actors. I also really loved the dynamics between the families and friends, they all had a character development. I was particularly touched by the old lady in the restaurant, who often made me cry.
I really liked the pacing of Our Unwritten In Seoul. They didn’t rush the ending. This is probably one of the dramas that I personally think has a great ending.
For me, this is the best drama I’ve seen this year.
Such a really really beautiful and heartwarming drama, full of life lessons. ❤️🩹 I’m going to miss spending my Sunday nights catching up on the weekly episodes. 😭🤍
Was this review helpful to you?
"Yesterday is over, tomorrow is far away, and today is still unknown"
Our Unwritten Seoul it's a breath of fresh air, with unexpected twists and turns, that warms the heart, allowing you to feel represented in various situations of life itself ❤I've personally been through several of the situations depicted, such as depression and workplace harassment, among others, and somehow this k-drama makes you see that you can have that strength within you to move forward.
Was this review helpful to you?
The definition of perfection
From minute 1 episode 1, to the last minute of the last episode, this was perfect. Not a single loophole, not a single extra detail, not a single regret of "man i wish this happened". I was not bored for one second.It's a story about an identical twin that swtich places since they were kids to help each other, and they do that one last time as adults. One good at studies but very quiet and good at enduring, while the other is more athletic, outgoing and bright.
Park Bo Young proves to be one of the best actresses of her generation. You can tell the twins from one blick. An identical twin that even their mother fail to recognize, you, as an audience, are able to recognize them from one look. She created two totally different personas, different narratives, different demeanors with one face.
I really enjoyed this show overall. The story is beautiful, all the characters involved are beautiful, all of them had depth and meaning.
PS: when you hear 10 cm OST, just know the drama is about to be good as hell.
10/10.
Was this review helpful to you?
A strong award contender this year
This series is shaping up to be a strong award contender this year. After watching Park Bo-young's heartfelt confession to her coworker in a small bar, there's a genuinely moving outburst where she admits she's been lying to herself. Bo-young delivers a perfectly balanced performance—neither overacted nor underplayed. I'm betting that she will at least secure major award nominations for Best Actress.The story is deeply painful in nature, yet Bo-young brings a surprising sense of vitality to it. I'm also enjoying the twins as characters—they strike a nice balance, being neither too aggressive nor too passive. Their personalities feel authentically shaped by their life experiences. I imagine that, with a bit of help from others, the twins will survive by relying on their instincts and judgment.
Was this review helpful to you?
didn’t expect this to be so good
I didn’t expect this drama to be so good. the storyline between miji and hosu was so pure and good. mirae and the strawberry farmer’s story is equally as intriguing and makes me wonder what will happen next and if they will end up together. There was many emotional scenes packed into these 12 episodes. This drama also focuses on family, depression, caring for elderly, careers, workplace sexual harassment and bullying, plus much more. It such a wholesome and more realistic drama. Definitely recommend others watch it. The main actress’s acting in this drama was fantastic. I’ve always watched her dramas but wasn’t a big fan. This drama showed her versatile acting since she played two characters.Was this review helpful to you?
It has Seoul so far
Better than I expected so far, it tries to reflect the realities of modern life of two young women without the filters or being too light hearted about it but yet doesn't become so depressing you lose hope as a viewer. Park Bo Young plays twin sisters who are opposites but are trapped in their respective lives. One is an academic superstar who has suffered health issues when she was young and is employed in an "office" job in Seoul which helps the family financially. She is overly serious and suffers from depression, anxiety and possible PTSD from her work situation. The other is an athletic superstar with a happy go lucky personality whose athletic career in school was cut short. Fast forward to her 30s, she feels aimless with a lack of direction or qualifications in the shadow of her sister. In the mix is Park Jin Young a teen friend who grew up with them in the countryside, he is a steady kind presence and the first two episodes gives a hint who he may have a romantic attachment to. I am excited to see how their relationship will develop, the last scene in the second episode sent off a few butterflies 🦋.Both sisters are on a path of taking detours from their lives where they felt confined and one was on the desperate path of self harm to try to have a temporarily reprieve from her circumstances. They are both navigating the often invisible yet deeply felt terrain of identity, burnout, and family expectations. Park Bo Young plays both roles beautifully with subtle shifts in mannerisms, ways of speaking, and maturity.
Will they find the transformation in reclaiming their lives to live not as what they are expected to be but how they were meant to be when they switch places?
Was this review helpful to you?
Our Unwritten Seoul
grounded, real, and heavy. Our unwritten Seoul is easily the Best Drama this year alongside When Life Gives you Tangerines.A show that knows what it is and doesn’t try to force some sort of side plot that has no effect on the story being told. It says what it wants to say perfectly. The cast is brilliant. PBY is always a standout in anything she chooses to be in. Jinyoung was also good. Though I preferred the other ML played by Ryu Kyung-soo. Unpopular opinion but I just liked his character more and wished we had more time with him.
There’s an unexpected comfort in this drama that you wouldn’t expect reading the plot. It’s themes are heavy but it’s so true to life that you just can’t help to keep watching. That being said, I can only watch these types of dramas when I’m in the right mood. preparation needs to be made because I know that this isn’t just another light rom-com that follows the same structure, has the same themes, and most of the time the same ending. There’s hope and an open ending because the story isn’t over. Life doesn’t end when you get where you want. Moreso it begins because you start living for yourself and the people&things you care about.
100% recommend.
Was this review helpful to you?
When Life Gives You Onions, Keep Cutting...
One of the most beautiful and healing SoLs since My Liberation Notes!So much was relatable, and so much made me cry and cry, especially the final three episodes. The finding oneself again when knocked down by life. The beautiful characters- grandma's warmth, and Hosu's mom(Kim Sun-young) is the greatest. I adored Se-jin and Tae-yi. I loved how the love triangle's a beautiful friendship. The star-crossed poem that was Kim Ro-sa. The genuine way the drama embraced so many things. Even the "bad guys" remain very human despite them seeming 1D. Ho-su's mentor is a one-of-a-kind sort of chara hard to pin down. There are caricatures and tropes and some degree of suspending disbelief and all, but there is also something that strays from the expected in a good way. Some things could have gone on for longer till a 16th episode but the length was perfect. It felt ideal.
I didn't want to watch the last episode because then it would end😭. "Driving Alone at Night..." is still playing in my mind... I don't think I'll be able to let go anytime soon. There is so much in every episode- those quotes will be immortal!
"Yesterday is over. Tomorrow is yet to come. Today is yet unknown. Let's go!"
Was this review helpful to you?
If you open the door, I'll be right outside.
So where do i start ?The perfectly written storyline ? Loveable characters ? Solid acting? Unforgettable dialogues? And so on...
This drama has everything of top tier quality.
(And Don't wanna compare, but imo this drama is just as good as WLGYT if not better...these both dramas have become benchmark for slice of dramas...)
So here's my review:)
Storyline:
Absolutely great with focused themes of depression and overcoming trauma...
The swap between twins part is presented with sense of realism to it. And, almost all parts of storyline have realistic and sincere portrayal. The main character's conflict as well as side character's conflict are all resloved gracefully in the end. And honestly, its just a healing story of people.
Acting:
The cast for this is absolutely stacked. Every performance here is so well done. And of course, park boyoung is star of the show with her effortless portrayal of two twins, the way she managed to present different natures of twins is so incredible and dare i say, its her best performance in her career so far. Park jinyoung gives grounded performance as Lee Ho su. Another highlight would be kim sunyoung with her wholesome performance as hosu's mother, she'll make you fall in love with the character. Also, shout out to lee jae in and park yoon so for their portrayal of teenage miji-mirae and hosu, they did awesome job.
Music:
I don't give much attention to music so I'm not really sure about this one. The opening song is cute. And i didn't feel there was any moment where i thought that the music was misplaced or unfitting so i guess it was good overall.
Key highlights:
-Slow buildup of relationships with natural chemistry. Its fresh to see such slow burn romance done right.
-DIALOGUES. You have to pay attention at dialogues here because they're the backbone of this slice of life story. There are so many quotes to take away and learn from.
-there's no villain, just real people with flaws and imperfections.
-Satisfying resolutions to conflicts.
Overall a must watch if you enjoy slice of life, romance dramas. (I'd suggest this to anyone though, its overall mustwatch) and when I'm saying must watch, it genuinely is.
Also, keep tissues close by cause almost each episode has few heart melting, heartbreaking, bittersweet moments.
Was this review helpful to you?
It’s an experience that touched places in my heart I had forgotten even existed.
Our Unwritten Seoul is more than just a drama — it’s an experience that touched places in my heart I had forgotten even existed. It’s a truly healing drama. The gentle, thoughtful conversations and the unique way it approached life’s ordinary yet complex situations made me pause and reflect on what truly matters.I fell in love with every character and their dynamics. Watching them grow, evolve, step out of their comfort zones, and face life’s uncertainties with courage was both inspiring and comforting. It’s a rare kind of storytelling that feels like a warm embrace, reminding you that it’s okay to struggle, to stumble, and to start again.
It’s a pity that it had to end, but the journey was absolutely worth it. I will carry the lessons, emotions, and quiet strength of this drama with me for a long time.
Was this review helpful to you?
lost its shine halfway through
very similar to Our Bluesa story about real life feelings
not a love story, but a story that includes love
pacing stalled in 3rd act and felt repetitive
PBY killed it and carried this drama
30 yo virgins, 10 year misunderstanding, waiting for "the right time" to confess or date, anticlimactic reveal, 1 couple never DTR = feels disingenuous given the authentic vibes
The SA case was built up so much and it felt like there were so many "company villains" that it was hard to keep up
Was this review helpful to you?
This review may contain spoilers
How to Get Unstuck When Life Makes you Stuck
The theme of this drama reminded me a lot of Melo Movie. The trope where some sort of tragedy or event happens and people get stuck just getting by rather than getting past and moving on.Identical twin sisters growing up with completely opposite personalities and talents discover they can trade places with each other when needed. The drama opens with the adult twins in two different locations and one, Mirae, depressed and stuck in a dysfunctional work environment is thinking about ending it all. Miji, her twin, agrees to trade places with her so she can rest and deal with her emotionally depressed state. It is in the switching that each discover how various tragedies in their lives have brought them both to this point in life. It is also through the switching they discover more in themselves that help lead them out of being stuck in a life that is just existing rather than thriving.
It is also a wonderful story of several women who support and build each other up in order to get unstuck. First the family of the twins, their mother, and grandmother. Miji, Mirae, Ok Hui, and Wol Sun. The bond between these women was the foundation for the movie and the best part about it. There was an absolutely amazing scene when Wol Sun came home and was saying goodbye to Miji that was sad, but amazingly beautiful. I loved the last scene when Miji saw the bird out her window looking at her representing her grandmother still being with her.
These were not the only strong women in the drama, nor the only strong storylines. The story of Bun Hong's devotion to Hosu, the story of Ro Sa and her best friend who was a poet, the relationship between Mirae and Su Yeon were all amazing stories in and of themselves and also showed bravery in moving forward in life after experiencing heartache.
The men in the drama were also outstanding in their own storylines of getting unstuck in life. Hosu's coming to terms with his disabilities left by the car accident that took his father's life. Se Jin resolving the guilt he felt about his grandfather and being able to move past that guilt. Even the lawyer Chung Gu being able to move past the corporate greed to taking on cases that helped the real victims.
It really is a story of getting unstuck. Whether sadness, fear, guilt, there is a way past and a life ahead. That's what the main characters in this story showed us. Along the way, you will laugh, cringe, cry, and feel sad when it all comes to an end. Because it is one of those story's where you want to just move in next door to these people and continue to be a part of their lives.
Well done Park Bo Young!!! It could not be easy playing two roles a t once. Especially when their personalities were so different. She did an amazing acting job with this.
The only weakness in the story, and I have to say it didn't lessen my enjoyment by much, was the story of Miji's track accident. It was completely unbelievable. She is running down the track and sees Mirae and Hosu hugging. This causes her to trip and fall. According to the story, this "trip" breaks her leg so severely that she can never run again, and her athletic future is dead. The physics of this don't work, so it's not believable. Running on a track might cause a fracture, a sprain, but not such a severe break as to end someone's track career. The only possible way this would work is if she had severe osteoporosis. Doubtful considering she was a teenager at the time. Like I said before, this is a small weakness and did not effect my enjoyment of the drama overall.
Was this review helpful to you?
