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My personal opinion.
This was a drama that had a lot of expectations surrounding it, especially because it starred two popular actors. The combination of their visuals and the beautiful overseas filming locations created a lot of anticipation, but unfortunately, this drama was simply not my type.The biggest strength of this drama is its visual presentation. The cinematography is beautiful, with stunning scenery, carefully composed shots, and a very elegant atmosphere. The drama feels like a visual painting, and every scene is aesthetically pleasing.
However, beyond its visuals, I found the story quite difficult to stay engaged with. The pacing is very slow, and the drama relies heavily on atmosphere and emotions rather than a strong plot. Many scenes focus on long conversations, silence, and beautiful imagery, which may appeal to viewers who enjoy slow and poetic romances, but for me, it became boring at times.
The chemistry between Song Hye-kyo and Park Bo-gum is pleasant, and both actors deliver good performances. However, the romance itself feels too idealistic and lacks enough conflict or development to create stronger emotional investment.
The drama has a very calm and mature tone, but that also becomes its weakness. There is not enough tension or momentum to keep the story moving, making some episodes feel longer than they actually are.
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Bring back first-generation K-pop spirit.
As someone who grew up listening to first-generation K-pop, this movie was a wonderful dose of nostalgia. The film perfectly captures the era when co-ed groups like Cool and Koyote dominated the music scene. It's hard not to notice the similarities to Koyote, especially with Kang Dong Won's character reminding me of Kim Jong Min, who is still entertaining audiences on variety shows long after his group's peak.The premise is also a lot of fun. Bringing together forgotten singers from the '90s for a reunion concert immediately reminded me of Infinity Challenge's legendary TOTOGA (Saturday Saturday Is for Singers) project produced by Kim Tae Ho. If you have fond memories of that era, this movie hits all the right nostalgic notes.
One aspect I really appreciated was how honestly the film portrays the reality behind idol groups. It doesn't shy away from the conflicts that can linger even years after a group's disbandment. The story explores the painful reality that every group usually has members who receive all the attention while others are treated as little more than background figures. It also highlights how difficult life can become after disbandment, with some members struggling to build solo careers that never come close to the success they once enjoyed as part of a group. These emotional conflicts feel authentic and add surprising depth beneath the film's lighthearted tone.
What surprised me the most was how much the film feels like an early-2000s Korean movie. Instead of relying on exaggerated action, flashy visuals, or overly complicated storytelling, it keeps things simple and sincere. The humor lands naturally, the emotional moments never feel forced, and the unexpected ending ties everything together in a satisfying way. It reminded me why so many Korean films from that period remain so memorable.
The entire cast delivers excellent performances. Despite sharing the screen with many veteran actors, Park Ji Hyun never feels overshadowed and blends into the ensemble effortlessly. However, the biggest surprise was Kang Dong Won. It's been about 17 years since I last saw him play such a genuinely hilarious character in Jeon Woo Chi, and he clearly hasn't lost his comedic charm. Watching him embrace this kind of role again was one of the highlights of the movie.
I also didn't expect the songs by Triangle and Choi Seong Gon to be this catchy. They genuinely sound like they could have come straight from the '90s, and the retro production adds so much authenticity to the film's atmosphere. The soundtrack alone is enough to put a smile on your face.
This movie is a heartfelt comedy that celebrates first-generation K-pop, friendship, and the passage of time. It isn't trying to reinvent the genre, but it succeeds by reminding us that simple stories, lovable characters, and great music can still create a memorable experience. If you're nostalgic for the golden era of Korean pop culture, this film is absolutely worth watching.
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The story and the awkward acting from FL are "beyoooooond godlike"
The FL didn't deserve the ML at all. In my opinion, she was even more frustrating than her stepmother, yet the story kept portraying her as an innocent victim. Her actions rarely matched that image, making it difficult to sympathize with her character.The writing was disappointing. Ironically, the characters who cheated seemed to see themselves as the biggest victims. Meanwhile, the ML was far too indecisive. He had someone else who genuinely loved and cared for him, yet he never had the courage to make a firm decision, which made his character equally frustrating.
As for the ending, it felt incredibly abrupt. Instead of providing proper closure or explaining the unresolved plot points, the drama simply ended, leaving many questions unanswered. After investing so much time, the conclusion was very unsatisfying.
Overall, this drama was a huge disappointment for me. If you're considering watching it, I'd honestly recommend skipping it, as I don't think the payoff is worth the time investment.
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Unfortunately, this is one of the worst dramas featuring Lan Lan and Cha Ron that I have watched. The biggest problem is the story itself, but the male lead's characterization makes everything even more frustrating. He is written as an incredibly weak and indecisive man. From his manner of speaking to his actions, there is almost nothing convincing about him as a male lead. He constantly speaks in a low, whisper-like voice, which only makes his already passive personality feel even weaker.If he truly had feelings for the female lead, why was he so incapable of defending her? He agreed to the divorce far too easily at the beginning and could not even stand up to his own parents for her. He rarely showed his affection openly, yet he remained obsessed with his childhood girlfriend. Of course, the female lead eventually turns out to be the real one, because this is another typical short-drama cliché.
But honestly, what woman would not be disgusted by a man who constantly connects everything to another woman, cannot let go of his childhood memories, and remains obsessed with someone he believes to be his childhood love? The drama tries to create jealousy and rivalry through its second male characters, but after the beginning, they contribute almost nothing to the story and simply become decorations.
The female lead is not much better when it comes to consistency. She clearly still loves the male lead, but she decides to separate from him for the sake of both of them, especially because she no longer wants to suffer under the constant pressure and mistreatment from his parents. However, once she supposedly makes that decision, she easily accepts ML kisses and barely resists being with him again. So what was the point of all that determination? It feels completely contradictory. What a joke.
As if the story was not messy enough, the drama later adds a sudden accident that gives the FL amnesia, only for her to recover rather quickly afterward. The plot keeps throwing in one cliché after another without developing any of them properly. And, of course, we also get the inevitable short-drama trope where the villain eventually stabs main leads.
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