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Melo Movie: A Beautiful tale of Love, Loss and Healing.
This drama was a perfect Valentine’s treat. Park Boyoung’s script choices never fail and she proves it once again.
Melo Movie follows two couples who reunite five years after their breakups. Though their journeys lead to different conclusions, it all feels natural given how their story arcs unfold throughout the show.
The main couple, Mubee and Gyeom have a storyline that is sweet, healing and humorous, while the second couple Ju A and Si Jun, navigate a relationship fraught with angst, miscommunication and misunderstandings. Each storyline explores different struggles that couples face, addressing them in a thoughtful and meaningful way, ultimately leading to satisfying conclusions.
Mubee and Gyeom come from vastly different backgrounds, Gyeom who has always been cherished by his brother Jun, longs for his brother to prioritize himself for once, whereas Mubee who has spent her life being ignored by her father, desperately craves his love but never receives it. Despite their differences, they share the same deep pain of losing someone dear. Their love story revolves around healing and the way they help each other mend their wounds is the heart of their journey. The execution of this theme is truly exceptional.
In contrast, Ju A and Si Jun’s story is more turbulent. After being in a relationship for over seven years, Ju Ah suddenly breaks up with Si Jun without offering an explanation. When she reappears in his life, viewers may initially resent her but as the story unfolds and the complexities of their relationship come to light, it becomes easier to empathize with both of them. Ju A had been sacrificing her own happiness and identity for Si Jun, slowly losing herself in the process. Her decision to walk away is portrayed with nuance making it one of the most compelling aspects of the drama. At first, i disliked her but as her perspective became clear, i couldnt help but feel that she and Si Jun were never meant to be together even though i wished they could have found a way. Their ending while heartbreaking was beautifully fitting.
Beyond the romance, i really liked how the drama explored grief, loss and the journey toward healing. Ko Gyeom and his brother Ko Jun’s storyline was especially moving. Until E7, i saw the drama as lighthearted and easygoing but from that point forward, it took a more serious turn, tackling profound emotional struggles. Ko Jun burdened by inner sorrow, lived solely for his younger brother which made his story all the more heartbreaking.
The performances were outstanding across the board. All four leads delivered compelling portrayals, and even the supporting cast shone in their roles. I particularly hope that Lee Junyoung gets more diverse roles beyond playing villains, he truly deserves greater recognition for his talent. Likewise, Cha Woomin, who played Jeong Hu, childhood friend of Mubee, excelled in this lighter role and i would love to see him take on more such characters rather than continuously being cast as a villain in his recent projects.
Cinematography and OSTs were top notch, elevating the drama’s comforting and relaxing atmosphere, making it feel like the perfect summer watch.
Melo Movie follows two couples who reunite five years after their breakups. Though their journeys lead to different conclusions, it all feels natural given how their story arcs unfold throughout the show.
The main couple, Mubee and Gyeom have a storyline that is sweet, healing and humorous, while the second couple Ju A and Si Jun, navigate a relationship fraught with angst, miscommunication and misunderstandings. Each storyline explores different struggles that couples face, addressing them in a thoughtful and meaningful way, ultimately leading to satisfying conclusions.
Mubee and Gyeom come from vastly different backgrounds, Gyeom who has always been cherished by his brother Jun, longs for his brother to prioritize himself for once, whereas Mubee who has spent her life being ignored by her father, desperately craves his love but never receives it. Despite their differences, they share the same deep pain of losing someone dear. Their love story revolves around healing and the way they help each other mend their wounds is the heart of their journey. The execution of this theme is truly exceptional.
In contrast, Ju A and Si Jun’s story is more turbulent. After being in a relationship for over seven years, Ju Ah suddenly breaks up with Si Jun without offering an explanation. When she reappears in his life, viewers may initially resent her but as the story unfolds and the complexities of their relationship come to light, it becomes easier to empathize with both of them. Ju A had been sacrificing her own happiness and identity for Si Jun, slowly losing herself in the process. Her decision to walk away is portrayed with nuance making it one of the most compelling aspects of the drama. At first, i disliked her but as her perspective became clear, i couldnt help but feel that she and Si Jun were never meant to be together even though i wished they could have found a way. Their ending while heartbreaking was beautifully fitting.
Beyond the romance, i really liked how the drama explored grief, loss and the journey toward healing. Ko Gyeom and his brother Ko Jun’s storyline was especially moving. Until E7, i saw the drama as lighthearted and easygoing but from that point forward, it took a more serious turn, tackling profound emotional struggles. Ko Jun burdened by inner sorrow, lived solely for his younger brother which made his story all the more heartbreaking.
The performances were outstanding across the board. All four leads delivered compelling portrayals, and even the supporting cast shone in their roles. I particularly hope that Lee Junyoung gets more diverse roles beyond playing villains, he truly deserves greater recognition for his talent. Likewise, Cha Woomin, who played Jeong Hu, childhood friend of Mubee, excelled in this lighter role and i would love to see him take on more such characters rather than continuously being cast as a villain in his recent projects.
Cinematography and OSTs were top notch, elevating the drama’s comforting and relaxing atmosphere, making it feel like the perfect summer watch.
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