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A truly underrated show with one of the best OSTs. Definitely one of my favorite shows of all time, and honestly, I don’t understand why more people don’t talk about it!
First of all, I absolutely LOVE Jeon Yeo-been’s acting. The way she portrayed both Han Jun-hee and Kwon Min-ju was incredible. It was so easy to distinguish between the two characters. Their tones, the way they walked, their personalities, their mannerisms, and even their voices felt so distinct that they genuinely seemed like two completely different people, despite being played by the same actress.
I think this is my fourth time watching the show, and I can confidently say that this is the first time I’ve understood almost everything that was going on. It’s been a while since my last watch, but I think that’s part of the experience. For someone watching it for the first time, the story can be incredibly confusing, especially with all the timelines and different versions of the characters.
One thing I absolutely loved was the cinematography. They did such a good job with the visual storytelling and the transitions between timelines. The colors, especially, stood out to me. The scenes depicting Koo Yeon-jun’s life and his relationship with Han Jun-hee had a much brighter, more vibrant, and saturated look. In contrast, the scenes surrounding Nam Si-heon had a noticeably different visual tone. I loved how the color grading reflected the different timelines and gave each period its own identity. It was such a beautiful detail.
This is definitely one of Ahn Hyo-seop’s best works, in my opinion. I also really liked Kang Hoon’s portrayal of Jeong In-gyu. He’s someone I genuinely rooted for throughout the show.
But I think one character who deserves more discussion is Kwon Min-ju.
I think Min-ju struggled with accepting herself because she had experienced what it was like to be someone else. She had seen how being cheerful, confident, and outgoing could change the way people treated her and how her life could look completely different. Going back to being her original self, an introverted girl who struggled with her feelings and insecurities, wasn’t easy.
I found that aspect of her character particularly interesting. I think there’s a strong message about self-acceptance here. Sometimes accepting yourself can actually hurt, especially when you’ve experienced what life could be like if you were someone completely different. And perhaps the saddest part is that she couldn’t see that there were already people around her who liked her for who she truly was, not for the person she was trying to become.
I also loved the twists and turns. This is definitely one of those shows that keeps you on the edge of your seat throughout its 12 episodes. I liked that it wasn’t unnecessarily long, but it also wasn’t too short. With K-dramas usually having either 8 or 16 episodes, I think 12 was a really good balance. It gave the story enough room to explore its different characters without dragging things out.
Overall, I know this isn’t necessarily a show for everyone. First-time viewers might find themselves confused by the timelines, character identities, and twists. But personally, that’s part of what makes revisiting the story so enjoyable. Each rewatch gives you a better understanding of the characters and the events surrounding them.
It’s such an underrated gem, and I genuinely wish more people would talk about it.
Definitely a show I keep coming back to. ❤️
First of all, I absolutely LOVE Jeon Yeo-been’s acting. The way she portrayed both Han Jun-hee and Kwon Min-ju was incredible. It was so easy to distinguish between the two characters. Their tones, the way they walked, their personalities, their mannerisms, and even their voices felt so distinct that they genuinely seemed like two completely different people, despite being played by the same actress.
I think this is my fourth time watching the show, and I can confidently say that this is the first time I’ve understood almost everything that was going on. It’s been a while since my last watch, but I think that’s part of the experience. For someone watching it for the first time, the story can be incredibly confusing, especially with all the timelines and different versions of the characters.
One thing I absolutely loved was the cinematography. They did such a good job with the visual storytelling and the transitions between timelines. The colors, especially, stood out to me. The scenes depicting Koo Yeon-jun’s life and his relationship with Han Jun-hee had a much brighter, more vibrant, and saturated look. In contrast, the scenes surrounding Nam Si-heon had a noticeably different visual tone. I loved how the color grading reflected the different timelines and gave each period its own identity. It was such a beautiful detail.
This is definitely one of Ahn Hyo-seop’s best works, in my opinion. I also really liked Kang Hoon’s portrayal of Jeong In-gyu. He’s someone I genuinely rooted for throughout the show.
But I think one character who deserves more discussion is Kwon Min-ju.
I think Min-ju struggled with accepting herself because she had experienced what it was like to be someone else. She had seen how being cheerful, confident, and outgoing could change the way people treated her and how her life could look completely different. Going back to being her original self, an introverted girl who struggled with her feelings and insecurities, wasn’t easy.
I found that aspect of her character particularly interesting. I think there’s a strong message about self-acceptance here. Sometimes accepting yourself can actually hurt, especially when you’ve experienced what life could be like if you were someone completely different. And perhaps the saddest part is that she couldn’t see that there were already people around her who liked her for who she truly was, not for the person she was trying to become.
I also loved the twists and turns. This is definitely one of those shows that keeps you on the edge of your seat throughout its 12 episodes. I liked that it wasn’t unnecessarily long, but it also wasn’t too short. With K-dramas usually having either 8 or 16 episodes, I think 12 was a really good balance. It gave the story enough room to explore its different characters without dragging things out.
Overall, I know this isn’t necessarily a show for everyone. First-time viewers might find themselves confused by the timelines, character identities, and twists. But personally, that’s part of what makes revisiting the story so enjoyable. Each rewatch gives you a better understanding of the characters and the events surrounding them.
It’s such an underrated gem, and I genuinely wish more people would talk about it.
Definitely a show I keep coming back to. ❤️
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