Absolute Value of Romance

Ga Woo Su -Eui Ju Saga???

What an amazing series!!!! Tale of a cold math teacher and a web novel writer student... Different world still crossed the path....Her imagination level about her teachers is insane 🤣🤣🤣🤣
She needs a good hairstylist though..I just love Eui Ju's character played by Kim Hyang Gi...
Cha Hakyeon is the soul of this drama...He switched his role from real to reel😅😅
Open ending but we can feel they will be together in future...Focused on everyone's dream not a pure love story....I will definitely rewatch it...It's super funny🤣🤣🤣
Episode Duration only 30mins!!! Why!!! It could be atleast 1hr.Hope they will be back with Season 2.
I'm gonna miss them badly...
Mr.Ga Woo Su and Yeo Eui Ju, officially signing off....👋🏻👋🏻

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School Life And First Crushes

It is genuinely fun and adorable. It was so easy to mess up this plot but fortunately they didn't. Our main character is a high school student whose hobby is writing boy love fiction online. She isn't very successful but she suddenly starts drawing inspiration from 4 young and handsome teachers that join her school. Innocent words turn into thrilling, heart-fluttering romance and our young talent with an overactive imagination starts gaining more readership than she ever anticipated.

The moments acted out by the teachers in her fantasy are such a wonderful contrast to the more serious personalities of her teachers in real life. But those scenarios were a blast to watch! Just when you thought this will turn boring soon, the show introduces new twists in the plot. The show deals with lots of realistic moments like friendships, crushes, jealousy, and heads of institutions that are simply killjoys.

Though the later episodes are more serious than fun, it was a pleasant watch. The final song was cute and gave the actors all a nice send off. It was a great coming of age story.

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Fun but something is off

This is a quirky kind of fun drama, a teen fantasy at its most adorable in many ways but also slightly disturbing and kind of annoying in others.

The leads are fun to watch but I do have a few questions about ethics, the role of the adults (though in my book 18 is not a kid), and do feel that the girls rivalry as well best friends choices and actions kind of ruined a big part of the fun in this.

That said its an easy watch with lots of adorable BL satire... not a bad watch just mind the initial second hand embarrassment and turn off your brain and you will be fine.

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A BEAUTIFUL SCHOOL STORY

Just finished watching it and i must say in the end they give us a SWEET & SOUR performance, a must watch one 😅😍. A happy ending drama, sometimes its ok to not to have some romance and make the teacher student story as it is! And they did that and its an open plot for the fans you can make them end up together, for me i believe they become good friends😅😍. A beautiful kdrama that talked about kids situation, international friendship, and how a teacher should support their student equally without giving more priority to just the studious one. Loved it! And there was a lot of laughs, and the web novel parts were cherry on top 😂😍 the characters were so extra that i want to rewind the scenes to see all the expression without missing, i actually imitated their gestures while watching it😂😍 especially of Mr. Ga .. He was living that role in the novel 😂😍. Go for it you gonna love it.

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I hate maths - but I loved this show!

Everyone can find something to appreciate in the feel-good, heartwarming nature of Absolute Value of Romance. Every character added to the story, and it was great to see what happened each week.
Since I wrote fanfic myself when I was younger, I can totally relate. I just never wrote about teachers or anyone I actually knew, lol. I was into the plot from the get-go.

The teachers were great! Loved their differing personalities and how close they were with each other. Though we never got much backstory, they were able to convey their bond.
Eui Ju brought that sweet innocence to the show. Her emotions were always right there on the surface. She was brilliantly portrayed by the actress.

As a romanceaholic, I will always look for the romantic connections in any show like a bird seeking out seeds,
And as a dark romance reader, I’m not brand new to the teacher-student, forbidden love trope.
Though some of the viewers were hanging on for any sign that Eui Ju’s school girl crush would transpire into something real with Mr. Ga, it was obvious almost from the start, we would not be getting that.
Or even a time jump to the future where they meet as adults.

But you know what? I was not disappointed this time! I really enjoyed the connection they had as teacher and student.
His care for his students was clear.
Though, I’m with Eui Ju, I don’t get Math, either!
It was clear how he helped Eui Ju develop a passion for writing.

And, I'm always wondering what happens next with characters after a show ends, 'cause, you know, their lives don't just stop there! So, I think off screen, these characters will become great friends in the future.

If you want a sweet, low angst show to sink into, I’d absolutely recommend.
I'm clinging to a tiny bit of hope that this show will be one of the lucky ones who get a second season.

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"A romance drama where the chemistry equals zero."

Absolute Value of Romance fails to live up to its fun, chaotic premise.

The romance between a high school sophomore and her math teacher feels incredibly uncomfortable.

Ga Woo-su using Eui-ju's secret novel to blackmail her into tutoring is highly problematic.

Episode 12 ruins the tone with a ridiculous twist about Woo-su's past idol trauma.

The "four handsome teachers" gimmick gets boring and repetitive after just a few episodes.

Talented side actors are wasted on dead-end subplots like the school luge team recruiting.

Kim Hyang-gi and Cha Hak-yeon share absolutely zero romantic or playful on-screen chemistry.

The finale uses a lazy two-year time jump to magically fix the inappropriate relationship.

Major school board conflicts are completely brushed aside in the final fifteen minutes.This logic-defying, poorly paced series earns a thoroughly deserved 4 out of 10.

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absolute blast

I’m just putting this out there. I laughed at every. single. episode.

The cut scenes of them acting out the BL were peak comedy, love cha hakyeons acting as always!!!

The song at the end caught me off guard but it was so silly and fun, I needed a feel good kdrama and this DELIVERED.

The blonde teacher was a little annoying but he made the story so much funnier. All of the teachers dynamics were hilarious and I still can’t get over the Korean lit teacher having crazy tattoos. what an icon.

Overall, will definitely rewatch when I’m sad or just in need for a giggle.

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Four distinct teachers, one chaotic writer and a whole lot of self-improvement

I went into this expecting the usual high school clichés, but it completely caught me off guard with how brilliantly self-aware and hilarious it is. Despite a few slower, slightly boring moments in the middle stretch, the overall plot remains surprisingly solid and well-constructed. A huge part of that is thanks to the teachers, who are genuinely interesting characters, each distinct with their own unique personality. What I appreciated most was how the student-teacher relationship was handled perfectly; it never romanticizes the dynamic, going straight to self-improvement, mutual respect, and genuine personal growth instead.

Of course, the absolute highlight for me—and what literally had me dying of laughter—was how the show brings the web novel scenes to life. Cha Hak-yeon completely stole the spotlight; watching him switch from a stiff, robotic math teacher to dramatically impersonating the hyper-romantic fictional character "Si-on" was absolutely lethal comedy. The sheer second-hand embarrassment of seeing him act out those over-the-top, slow-motion fanfiction fantasies with a straight face is pure gold. Kim Hyang-gi is equally amazing, making her character's internal panic so wonderfully messy and relatable. The laugh-out-loud absurdity of those novel-vs-reality sequences made this an incredibly fun ride.

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Characters and story

There will be have a season 2 ? Absolute Value of Romance is a lighthearted Korean romantic comedy that combines school life, fantasy, and romance in a unique way. The story follows Yeo Eui-ju, a high school student who secretly enjoys writing romance and BL (Boys' Love) web novels. She has a vivid imagination and often escapes into the fictional worlds she creates. However, her ordinary school life becomes much more complicated when the events and relationships from her stories begin to influence reality. As she navigates friendships, misunderstandings, and unexpected romantic situations, Eui-ju learns important lessons about love, honesty, and growing up.
One of the drama's biggest strengths is its fresh and creative premise. The idea of a student writer seeing elements of her fiction affect real life creates many funny and entertaining moments. The series balances comedy and romance well, making it easy to watch and enjoyable for viewers who prefer lighter dramas. The school setting also adds charm, as the characters experience the typical challenges of youth, including crushes, friendships, and self-discovery.
The cast delivers energetic performances, especially the lead actress, who portrays Eui-ju's awkwardness and enthusiasm in a believable way. The chemistry among the characters helps keep the story engaging, while the fast-paced episodes prevent the plot from feeling slow. Although some situations are exaggerated and unrealistic, they fit the drama's playful tone.
Overall, Absolute Value of Romance is a fun and refreshing drama that does not take itself too seriously. It offers plenty of laughter, sweet romantic moments, and a unique storyline that sets it apart from many traditional school romances. Viewers looking for a cheerful, easy-to-watch series with comedy, romance, and youthful energy are likely to enjoy this drama. It may not be ideal for those seeking a realistic or deeply emotional story, but it succeeds as an entertaining and charming romantic comedy.

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