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A romantic story about life beautifully told in a slow-breathed and melodic narrative
Now, We Are Breaking Up is a melodrama with a makjang intrigue, both mature and modern, which creates an interesting contrast to the more traditional storyline. The focus on the women is really good, and the friendships along with the work scenes add dynamism to the drama. I also really liked Sehun's character storyline, he was cool.
While the drama may not be conventionally entertaining, it captivates in an impressive way. Why? Because it's poetic and relatable, because of its mature and philosophical dialogue, quotations from designers and drawings of scenes, that one picture of Paris, its title meaning so much more, its cast/OST/cinematography, its setting, the opening, and the leads being the first to speak French so well in dramas.
It's not a drama focused on cheesy lines, butterflies, or surface-level moments. The chemistry here reflects how professional adults with such personalities genuinely connect with each other.
Even though it's slow-paced, if you want to watch something adult, melancholic and classy, you can have a great time with this drama. And some of the tracks were so good that I still listen to them, like Tangle Destiny, Tempest and 10 Years Ago.
To end on a good note, I'll share my opinion on the ending in the comments. What I can say is that even though it's a melodrama, it leaves you with a warm feeling.
Favorite scene (love the juxtaposition with the narration and flashback while he's climbing) : https://www.reddit.com/user/_sunoh/comments/1ph4gcy/now_we_are_breaking_up_episode_12/
P.S. Song Hye Kyo also said that she was happy for choosing this script at this time of her life, and I'm really happy that she became close to the other actors. Any fan who followed Song Hye Kyo, Jang Ki Yong and the others when NWBU was released know this drama matters a lot to them.
While the drama may not be conventionally entertaining, it captivates in an impressive way. Why? Because it's poetic and relatable, because of its mature and philosophical dialogue, quotations from designers and drawings of scenes, that one picture of Paris, its title meaning so much more, its cast/OST/cinematography, its setting, the opening, and the leads being the first to speak French so well in dramas.
It's not a drama focused on cheesy lines, butterflies, or surface-level moments. The chemistry here reflects how professional adults with such personalities genuinely connect with each other.
Even though it's slow-paced, if you want to watch something adult, melancholic and classy, you can have a great time with this drama. And some of the tracks were so good that I still listen to them, like Tangle Destiny, Tempest and 10 Years Ago.
To end on a good note, I'll share my opinion on the ending in the comments. What I can say is that even though it's a melodrama, it leaves you with a warm feeling.
Favorite scene (love the juxtaposition with the narration and flashback while he's climbing) : https://www.reddit.com/user/_sunoh/comments/1ph4gcy/now_we_are_breaking_up_episode_12/
P.S. Song Hye Kyo also said that she was happy for choosing this script at this time of her life, and I'm really happy that she became close to the other actors. Any fan who followed Song Hye Kyo, Jang Ki Yong and the others when NWBU was released know this drama matters a lot to them.
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