Fabulous start with a ‘just good’ ending
- This series is divided into two parts that are so different one another. The first one is the longest: the story is almost perfect, really. Nothing to say, it is just perfect. I’ve fallen in love with the peace sensation that infuses, with its lifestyle. Everything is loose how I like it, and the fact that the female lead moved to the island from the city is as amazing as the sea setting. She slowly becomes a better person, surrounded by friends, joy, and understands her genuine feelings for the male lead with bravery and maturity. Doo Shik is a fabulous character, unique I’d say: sincere smile, great personality and special sensitivity. Everything is happiness, the island seems almost like heaven. Additionally, I have to mention the brief lesbo story (I'm so happy lgbtq is included): nothing is accomplished but I find it so loveable. To sum up, this part of the plot is complete, it has everything that is needed. Music as well, it perfectly matches the shining, high-spirited atmosphere. I like two songs in particular from this first section (my romance and romantic sunshine).
- As for the second part, things shifted: the female lead completely changes her behaviour, all we talk about is the male lead’s trauma and everything slowly becomes black, repetitive and depressing. Hye Jin is too much, her maturity is completely gone, her exaggerations clash with the path she followed from the start. Sometimes it feels like she’s back to her previous self, not in a good way. Doo Shik’s past is important, of course, but is too concentrated in this second part of the story so the whole plot seems unbalanced. His trauma absorbs all the light I mentioned before, leaving us with nothing, not even tears. Also, some group scenes felt redundant: after all these episodes, seeing the same people every time may be not as impressive as it was at the beginning, more made-up and less genuine. There are some marvellous moments though: they’re so moving and extremely heartbreaking I cried my eyes out for fifteen minutes straight watching them. Additionally, I have to mention a sad event, something I can’t tell right now, for the spoiler thing. I can only say that it wasn’t necessary. At all. I’m sure you’ll feel it. The music is, again, matched with the atmosphere. Good job.
- The cinematography is as good as always, maybe two or three flaws but nothing more. I particularly appreciate some close-up shots during dramatic or crucial scenes. Again, I love the sea setting and the old fashion and simple lifestyle. Doo Shik’s house is just fabulous: I went crazy seeing all the books and vinyl records he has. Not to mention the clinic in front of the sea (yeah, the sea again).
- The acting is good as well. All I’m thinking about is Doo Shik’s smile and tears as well as anger, this character is so hot and cool his own way, you know. I’m serious. The actor (Kim Seon Ho) is so genuine and real, fantastic. However, everyone did an awesome job. I especially appreciate the grandma’s trio, they are cute and funny. Additionally, I have to mention Jang Yi Jun’s crying in episode fifteen and the ‘baby delivery’ scene some time before. The only negative thing I can think about is the female lead: for me, it was more the character than the actress (as I said before), but some scenes felt unnatural. Also, I’d appreciate at least one intimate scene between the main couple: they are adult, we’re not in high school. Again, it felt not real. I doubt I’ll watch the whole series again, maybe just a few scenes. But I definitely recommend it. If you haven’t watch it, please go do it now.
- As for the second part, things shifted: the female lead completely changes her behaviour, all we talk about is the male lead’s trauma and everything slowly becomes black, repetitive and depressing. Hye Jin is too much, her maturity is completely gone, her exaggerations clash with the path she followed from the start. Sometimes it feels like she’s back to her previous self, not in a good way. Doo Shik’s past is important, of course, but is too concentrated in this second part of the story so the whole plot seems unbalanced. His trauma absorbs all the light I mentioned before, leaving us with nothing, not even tears. Also, some group scenes felt redundant: after all these episodes, seeing the same people every time may be not as impressive as it was at the beginning, more made-up and less genuine. There are some marvellous moments though: they’re so moving and extremely heartbreaking I cried my eyes out for fifteen minutes straight watching them. Additionally, I have to mention a sad event, something I can’t tell right now, for the spoiler thing. I can only say that it wasn’t necessary. At all. I’m sure you’ll feel it. The music is, again, matched with the atmosphere. Good job.
- The cinematography is as good as always, maybe two or three flaws but nothing more. I particularly appreciate some close-up shots during dramatic or crucial scenes. Again, I love the sea setting and the old fashion and simple lifestyle. Doo Shik’s house is just fabulous: I went crazy seeing all the books and vinyl records he has. Not to mention the clinic in front of the sea (yeah, the sea again).
- The acting is good as well. All I’m thinking about is Doo Shik’s smile and tears as well as anger, this character is so hot and cool his own way, you know. I’m serious. The actor (Kim Seon Ho) is so genuine and real, fantastic. However, everyone did an awesome job. I especially appreciate the grandma’s trio, they are cute and funny. Additionally, I have to mention Jang Yi Jun’s crying in episode fifteen and the ‘baby delivery’ scene some time before. The only negative thing I can think about is the female lead: for me, it was more the character than the actress (as I said before), but some scenes felt unnatural. Also, I’d appreciate at least one intimate scene between the main couple: they are adult, we’re not in high school. Again, it felt not real. I doubt I’ll watch the whole series again, maybe just a few scenes. But I definitely recommend it. If you haven’t watch it, please go do it now.
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