sailor simmy

"The light in the darkness. That's what movies were to me. Inside a simple, square shaped light, anything was possible. It made me feel as if I could do anything. But the world outside of movies...was always harsh and burdensome. There were no well crafted plots or heartwarming lines. Life was just lonely and desolate. That's when someone showed up. Kim Mubee."

Melo Movie has a perfect setup, starts things off with a romance that quickly withers before blooming. It's a simple but stunning story about love: romantic, brotherly, platonic, the love that shapes us, the love we take for granted, the love we have to let go of. There's also grief, plenty of it, warmth, and compassionate understanding. The writing is both razor sharp and beautiful. It is also visually appealing: pastel and neon brightness matching its overall sunny tone.

The cast is superb as well, particularly Park Bo Young in a new kind of role. She sometimes felt burdened by her cheerful image. I can't wait to see her take on more challenging roles.