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When Life Gives You Tangerines korean drama review
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When Life Gives You Tangerines
2 people found this review helpful
by Oni
Mar 20, 2025
16 of 16 episodes seen
Completed
Overall 10
Story 10.0
Acting/Cast 10.0
Music 10.0
Rewatch Value 9.5

Life is just like tangerines—sometimes sweet, sometimes bitter.

I got deeply immersed in the drama Unfulfilled Dreams—huge sacrifices, heavy ambitions, love and duty, societal restraints. Everyone is just trying to survive a single day, to truly live for just one moment. The true villain in this story isn’t a person; it’s life itself.
Bogum was brilliant in every scene. His eyes alone—just a single sad yet gentle look—conveyed everything. He didn’t even need to act.
Ai-sun is not the perfect wife in the traditional sense, but that’s what makes her love real. She doesn’t just stand by Gwang-sik; she forges her own path and chooses to stay by his side. Ai-sun’s love story is not just romantic—it’s about choosing love while staying true to oneself. And perhaps, that is the most beautiful kind of love of all.
1. Resilience – Life tests her, but she never lets hardships break her spirit. She endures, fights, and keeps moving forward.
2. Independence – She refuses to be confined by societal expectations, proving that love does not mean losing oneself.
3. Loyalty – Even in tough times, she never wavers. She stays, loves, and commits.
4. Courage – She dares to dream, challenge norms, and love in a way that feels right to her.
5. Emotional strength – She carries pain, but she doesn’t let it define her. She finds ways to heal and grow.
6. Passionate nature – She loves deeply, feels deeply, and dreams boldly, making her presence unforgettable.
7. Unconventional love – Her love isn’t perfect, but it’s real. She loves on her own terms, reminding us that relationships aren’t about fitting into a mold but about growing together.

I highly recommend watching Unfulfilled Dreams—it’s truly amazing! This drama is deeply emotional and touching in an extraordinary way. I cried a lot while watching it because the story and emotions feel so real, making you live every moment with the characters. Don’t miss this masterpiece!


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