KKdramas

Not a typical romcom

This series draws out the contrast between beautiful romantic fantasies on screen and a real romantic relationship built on the ugly truth of learning and accepting each others' flaws. The strong attraction between someone who feels unworthy and someone who is emotionally unavailable felt realistic to me and it was satisfying to watch the characters help each other deal with their hangups. There are some really delightful scenes that pay off all of the angst in the end.

It's not about the action

The guts of this film isn't the plot or action, it's the moral complexity of people committing and suffering inhumane acts in the name of their cause, and the sacrifices they make when they choose to fight. It's beautifully shot and crafted, and is appropriately set in a cold, bleak landscape. Great storytelling on every level, well worth watching.