Something in the Rain is quiet, intimate, and emotionally raw!
. It’s a slow-burn love story that feels incredibly grounded—less about grand gestures and more about stolen moments, awkward pauses, and the complexity of real-world relationships.
Son Ye-jin and Jung Hae-in have excellent chemistry, and their portrayal of a relationship that challenges age norms, social expectations, and workplace boundaries is both refreshing and deeply relatable. The OST, led by Paul Kim and Rachael Yamagata’s melancholic tracks, adds to the emotional weight and gives the entire series a dreamy, bittersweet atmosphere.
The first two-thirds are nearly perfect. It feels honest, mature, and delicately paced. But then the final few episodes take a turn. The miscommunication drags, characters act inconsistently, and the ending—while not terrible—feels like a letdown after such strong emotional buildup. It’s not that it ruins the show, but it definitely prevents it from reaching masterpiece status.
Pros:
✔ Honest, adult romance with emotional depth
✔ Beautiful cinematography and soundtrack
✔ Subtle, nuanced performances from the leads
✔ Relatable exploration of family pressure and social stigma
Cons:
✘ Final episodes lose focus and emotional rhythm
✘ Some characters become frustratingly passive
Would I rewatch?
Yes—but mostly the earlier episodes. They capture something special that’s rare in modern romance dramas.
Son Ye-jin and Jung Hae-in have excellent chemistry, and their portrayal of a relationship that challenges age norms, social expectations, and workplace boundaries is both refreshing and deeply relatable. The OST, led by Paul Kim and Rachael Yamagata’s melancholic tracks, adds to the emotional weight and gives the entire series a dreamy, bittersweet atmosphere.
The first two-thirds are nearly perfect. It feels honest, mature, and delicately paced. But then the final few episodes take a turn. The miscommunication drags, characters act inconsistently, and the ending—while not terrible—feels like a letdown after such strong emotional buildup. It’s not that it ruins the show, but it definitely prevents it from reaching masterpiece status.
Pros:
✔ Honest, adult romance with emotional depth
✔ Beautiful cinematography and soundtrack
✔ Subtle, nuanced performances from the leads
✔ Relatable exploration of family pressure and social stigma
Cons:
✘ Final episodes lose focus and emotional rhythm
✘ Some characters become frustratingly passive
Would I rewatch?
Yes—but mostly the earlier episodes. They capture something special that’s rare in modern romance dramas.
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