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The Review Geek
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Review Geek
Our Movie – K-drama Episode 8 Recap & Review
Episode 8 Episode 8 of Our Movie begins with a flashforward. Da-eum reimagines a scene in which Seo-yeong's Jung-hwa is confronting Da-eum's Gyu-won and Jung-woo's Hyun-sang in the bookstore. Jung-woo is replaced by Je-ha. Seo-yeong tells Je-ha that he doesn't love Da-eum but just pities her. She then tells Da-eum that she is dying and can't afford to fall in love. At present, Je-ha tries to explain everything. Seo-yeong is upset with the risk he has taken. She realises that he has chosen to love a dying girl instead of her. She asks if someone selfish like him can actually love like that. It is Day 2. Je-ha and Cameraman Cheol-min discuss the perks of shooting a romance. Je-ha can't tell what love is. Cheol-min, ever the hopeless romantic, finds it brave to love. Makeup Artist Jo chimes in that one has to be realistic and cautious. Jun-byoung and Da-eum are discussing her schedule and she lies about her next hospital visit. She feels guilty and tells Je-ha as much, but he lightens the mood. Agent Go arrives with a coffee truck for Da-eum which is awkward for everyone. Seung-won provokes her, Jae-in looks bitter and Seo-yeong finds Go pathetic. Da-eum tries to mediate but fails. Filming begins and it is the bookstore confrontation scene. Da-eum improvises and Seo-yeong's response is cruel. It hits too close to home for Da-eum and a guilty Seo-yeong runs off. Je-ha goes to her but is distant and professional. Seo-yeong calls out his hypocrisy as he is the opposite with Da-eum. Later, Seung-won advises Je-ha to be nice to Seo-yeong since everyone has noticed his favouritism for Da-eum. Next, a nervous Da-eum tries to patch up with Seo-yeong. However, Seo-yeong believes Da-eum is being unfair to the cast and crew. Da-eum begs Seo-yeong to see her desperation to do something worthwhile. But Seo-yeong declares that if Da-eum is going to be selfish, so will she. She goes to her room and finds Agent Go who hints that she needs her. Seo-yeong too misses Go's support but wants their old, sincere dynamic back. After drinking with Seung-won, Je-ha runs into Da-eum. She takes a walk on the beach and he drunkenly chaperones her. She worries about his fight with Seo-yeong and he doesn't understand why. She claims it is because she likes him. She then wonders why he worries for her. Once they get back, Agent Go takes Je-ha aside. She doesn't care about his relationship with Da-eum. However, she warns him not to hurt Seo-yeong again. The next day is an off. Cheol-min and Jo head out for their shopping date. She is intense as usual, as she buys him a jacket to replace his burnt one. She accidentally calls him handsome and gets flustered. Jun-byoung tries to drive Da-eum to the hospital but Je-ha refuses. Knowing that Je-ha hates driving, Jun-byoung thinks it is because he likes Da-eum. Alone, Jun-byoung also feels guilty for taking Da-eum away from a professional manager like Agent Go. He decides to ask for tips from AD Hong. While Da-eum's tests take place, Je-ha hangs out with Dr Kim. The doctor lets it slip that it is her birthday. Je-ha asks if there is a chance of survival and Kim looks sad. Dr Lee joins them and asks about the shoot. He advises Je-ha that when Da-eum smiles the brightest, she is hurting the most. Later, father and daughter have a mini birthday celebration and Dr Lee sadly promises to get her a chocolate cake next year. Coincidentally, Reporter Noh arrives at the hospital but is turned away. As expected, he spots Da-eum and Je-ha and takes their photo. He then sends it to Seung-won. Meanwhile, Da-eum takes Je-ha to her florist friend's shop. It is Eu-nae's memorial and they make a bouquet. They arrive at the cemetery and find Jin-yeo cleaning her plaque. Once the day ends, Je-ha drops Da-eum home, and she asks if he still thinks that there is no love in the original story. He confesses he felt that way out of spite for his father. He tells her about his mother writing the script and thanks Da-eum for helping him figure it out. Before he leaves, he gives her flowers for her birthday. Inside, Gyu-young has a cake for her. Da-eum doesn't make a wish, citing that it has already come true. Gyu-young teases her about the bouquet and doesn't think Da-eum's love for the mystery kisser is one-sided anymore. As for Je-ha, he tries to understand Eu-nae's thought process on writing the romantic dialogues. Everyone returns to the location. Eun-ho approaches Da-eum. He knows that Je-ha and Da-eum like each other, having watched them the last few days. She reveals that she knows Je-ha likes her but it is complicated. Eun-ho is happy for her and respectfully backs down. At the end of Our Movie Episode 8, Da-eum calls Je-ha. She wants to see the sunset with him but he needs to run to make it. He runs from the hotel to the beach and hopes he is not too late. He finally confesses that he wants to deny his feelings and isn't sure if he should even like her. But he does. They kiss. The Episode Review Our Movie Episode 8 seems to be doing its best to focus on Je-ha's redemption arc. But with only 4 episodes left, will it be enough to bury his past selfish actions? All signs point to yes since we get a glimpse of the ending in the very first chapter itself. Flashforwards show the movie being made, Je-ha and Da-eum being in a loving relationship and then Je-ha continuing to visit their couple spots after her death. Looks like they are able to overcome the rumours together. This chapter also brings back the stylistic treatment which had awed all viewers in the beginning. A dreamy, white atmosphere surrounds our couple when they are at the flower shop, along with the usual philosophical discourse on love and death. The late-night beach walk looks romantic from the couple's POV while the same scene looks mundane from Eun-ho's eyes. The sunset kiss involves all the typical K-drama kiss tropes, from soft, romantic music to a light breeze and slow motion. The black and white scene changing to colour when Je-ha runs symbolizes him finally taking the risks that make life worth living. But Namkoong's portrayal continues to irk viewers, given it has been 8 episodes and there is no change to his cold 'tsundere' demeanour despite his character growing. Hopefully, next weekend may be better for Je-ha. We are also quite disappointed with the direction Seo-yeong's characterization has taken. She is far from the supportive mentor we thought she would be to Da-eum. Instead, it looks like Agent Go has changed her mind and has decided to back Seo-yeong again, but by putting down Da-eum. And with Da-eum being the innocent, childish girl whose existence is to teach the callous Je-ha how to be human, this show isn't doing any favours to its female characters. Previous Episode Next Episode Expect A Full Season Write-Up When This Season Concludes!
The Review Geek
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Review Geek
Our Movie – K-drama Episode 3 Recap & Review
Episode 3 Episode 3 of Our Movie begins with a flashback to the audition for Je-ha's debut film, 'The Lonely People'. Da-eum auditions is the #1 contender. She backs out and Je-ha goes with Seo-yeong. Turns out, Da-eum is being admitted to the hospital. At present, Je-ha updates Da-eum that she has got the part. She crashes at her friend, Kwak Gyo-young's place and Mrs Kwak secretly keeps Da-eum's father, Dr Lee, in the loop. Jung-woo's agent claims that Seo-yeong has got the lead role but warns him not to create a scandal. Seung-won has actually leaked to the press that Seo-yeong is in talks for the lead. Da-eum is upset and Je-ha comforts her. She insists on a written agreement and mentions that she won't back off this time. The last bit piques Je-ha's curiosity. Looks like he doesn't remember her 'The Lonely People' audition. His conditions are that she cannot die before completion, and her illness has to be a secret. He will be cancelled for exploiting a sick person for the sake of realism. As for Da-eum, her condition is that he cannot ruin the movie. She disagrees with him for taking out the love angle from the remake. She believes the male lead loves the female lead despite leaving her to her fate. Je-ha disagrees as he hates his father for leaving for a shoot even though his mother had gotten sicker. But they sign the agreement. Je-ha is surprised when Seo-yeong prefers Jung-hwa, the self-absorbed second lead. She does wonder if the character is based on her. To counter Seung-won's article, she tells the press that she is playing the supporting character which angers Agent Go. As for Seung-won, he too is against the creative decision of taking out the love angle. He reasons that people want fantasy, not realism. Je-ha replies that they will watch for the lead actress. Da-eum and Gyo-young celebrate her getting the role by recording her rehearsing. Dr Lee watches from afar and panics when Da-eum 'pretend' falls. She shares the happy news with him but her smile falls when he disapproves. He claims the stress will shorten her life span and is shocked when she prefers it to living a long, sad life. There is an investor meeting and they question the casting. Je-ha spins it as a rookie replacing a superstar for a coveted role, yet said superstar is in the movie. He confidently claims that Han can pull the funding if he doesn't like the test shoot. On top of that, Je-ha wants all the top crew which has Seung-won panicking. The cinematographer, Cheol-min doesn't like the script as it is too dark. Je-ha shows him the storyboard which is super artsy and Cheol-min is convinced. His schedule is tight but Je-ha is fine with it as he reveals that the remake is on a tight schedule as well. Seo-yeong and Da-eum meet and they recognise each other. They get along quite well but are interrupted by Agent Go. While she scolds Seo-yeong for going behind her back, Da-eum hides as she gets a seizure. Seo-yeong puts Go in her place and searches for Da-eum. She finds and rushes her to the hospital. Da-eum begs her not to tell anyone and Seo-yeong is curious. Dr Kim warns Da-eum of the danger but she is not deterred. She spots Je-ha and happily goes to him while Dr Kim watches sadly. Seo-yeong and Da-eum resume their rehearsal and the latter is awkward. However, Seo-yeong assures Da-eum that she will keep her secret. Gyo-young is cleaning up when she finds the funeral director's card. She looks upset but she cheers Da-eum up when she looks nervous. It is D-Day. Seo-yeong wants to ask Je-ha if he knows about the seizure but drops it. The shoot begins and Da-eum does well. Seung-won comments on the ultimatum and Da-eum is upset that the remake is in jeopardy because of her casting. Je-ha assures her that he is equally responsible. During post-production, everyone is in awe of Da-eum's realistic acting. The investors are convinced and the movie is a go. Da-eum is so happy by the news that she hugs and shakes Je-ha around. He is amused while she is embarrassed. She recalls that a location hasn't been decided, where the lead changes her mind and wants to live. She takes Je-ha to the hospital sky bridge and explains that seeing the world from there is like trying to outrun death. She lets it slip that she was planning her death before the remake gave her purpose. He pats her head before stopping himself. She quickly lightens the mood. Seo-yeong's market value drops following the casting news. Tired of her stubbornness, Agent Go decides to sign on Da-eum. She is annoyed when Da-eum refuses and thinks Je-ha is behind it. She warns Da-eum not to trust him. At the end of Our Movie Episode 3, Da-eum spots Seo-yeong kissing Je-ha. The Episode Review Our Movie Episode 3 puts the fatalistic, depressing melodrama on the back burner to focus on the movie-making drama. Yet this chapter retains the same intense and introspective tone. Just like Da-eum wants, it shows that her life is not all doom and gloom. There's the usual past connection trope with Da-eum being chosen for Je-ha's debut before she backs down. Her friendship with Seo-yeong is surprising and also pretty refreshing. While everyone expects them to be rivals, they end up being each other's support system. Sure, that kiss is going to throw their camaraderie off but we can't wait to see how they react to it in the next episode. With the characters subverting most clichéd tropes, it keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. But we do wonder, if there isn't a single bad guy, can Da-eum's illness keep the show's conflict alive for the remaining episodes? Previous Episode Next Episode Expect A Full Season Write-Up When This Season Concludes!
The Review Geek
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Review Geek
Our Movie – K-drama Episode 1 Recap & Review
Episode 1 Episode 1 of Our Movie begins with the screening of a movie. Je-ha and Da-eum are the only ones watching the credits roll. Da-eum believes that with every ending, there is a new beginning. At present, Je-ha's directorial debut is a big hit. It is a launch pad for its producer, Bu Seung-won and its lead actress, Seo-yeong. But its press event is interrupted by the news of Je-ha's father's death. Despite being a respected director, Je-ha ends up in a slump for 5 years. Seung-won has a new project for him but he keeps turning down. It is a remake of 'Love in White', Director Lee Du-young's magnum opus. He also happens to be Je-ha's father. We learn that Je-ha hates his father and was in a relationship with Seo-yeong, who later married someone else and divorced. Seung-won forces Je-ha to attend his new movie screening and it is awkward. Je-ha calls out colleagues who gossip about the nudity and the lead actress, Seo-yeong. The movie's director, Park, is a sensational filmmaker who is obsessed with nudity and love scenes. Seung-won and Seo-yeong convince Je-ha to stay for the afterparty. Park is rude and Je-ha calls him out for his sensational moviemaking style. Park retorts by calling Je-ha a nepo baby. As Je-ha leaves, Seo-yeong wonders how they have ended up the way they have. Next, we have Da-eum, a bubbly and cheerful girl who hangs around a hospital. She likes to record things with her handycam and befriends everyone. She accidentally ends up filming Je-ha after he leaves the afterparty. She offers a grape drink as an apology. Once he leaves, her friend teases her as she has been single all her life. The friend also frets on learning that Da-eum fell from her cycle. They later discuss outfits for an important occasion. There is a 'Love in White' screening and both Je-ha and Da-eum end up watching it. While he hates it, he is surprised to see Da-eum crying. She runs off and eats a meal after a timer goes off. She befriends an old lady and finds her all the more beautiful since she has aged. As for Je-ha, he runs into the actress of 'Love in White'. She is apologetic but he doesn't cut her any slack as she and Du-young made the movie the moment his mother died of an illness. On top of that, the movie is about a terminally ill patient in love. He finds the story inauthentic and the actress begs him to read the first draft. He heads to his family home which he has finally gotten back after paying off his father's debt. Flashbacks show Du-young as a busy man with no time for his wife and child. Je-ha enters his study and is shocked to see that the first draft of 'Love in White' is by Yu Eu-nae, his mother. Another flashback shows Du-young taking credit for it, laughing at some scenes and working on it with his colleagues. At present, Je-ha is trying to pitch a script when he learns that Director Park is being considered for the 'Love in White' remake. Horrified, Je-ha finally agrees to the remake. He also confesses to Seung-won that he needs to make the remake better than the original for his mother's sake. Elsewhere, Da-eum runs into Seo-yeong filming a scene and she is enamoured. She imagines herself in Seo-yeong's place but gets a reality check when her timer goes off. She sits down to eat and is shocked to see Seo-yeong taking her break on the same bunch. Da-eum is awkward but valiantly shooes away fans and Seo-yeong is touched. As they chat, Da-eum reveals that she films pretty sights in case she can never see them again. In exchange, Seo-yeong confesses her job is a test of endurance such as filming an underwater scene even though she is scared of water. A month later, Je-ha is stuck on the rewrites and hates how his father made the heroine submissive. A talented AD turns down directorial projects just so she can work with Je-ha. The studio is eyeing Seo-yeong for the lead but her agent hates Je-ha. The consultants working on the script aren't great and Seung-won finally approaches Dr Kim, Da-eum's doctor. Kim is quite different as he insists that every terminally ill patient is different. He doesn't like how nonchalant Je-ha is and decides to introduce him to another consultant at a funeral of a terminally ill patient. While Je-ha waits, Da-eum comes in crying and pays her respects. They end up on the same table and later he overhears her requesting the funeral director to change the decor into something bright and wedding-like. She keeps crying and he offers her tissues. He is weirded out by the whole ordeal as she comments how they have run into each other thrice. At the end of Our Movie Episode 1, she introduces herself as a terminally ill patient and his new consultant. The Episode Review Our Movie Episode 1 starts off pretty meta and we are not surprised since the whole premise is about a director and a terminally-ill patient making a remake of a movie about a terminally-ill patient in love. But despite the pretty melancholic concept, the chapter is far from dull, courtesy of the stylistic shots, the peppy music and overall conflict involving Je-ha's family and peers. It is a visual treat with the constant symbolism involving the contrasting colour palettes of Je-ha's monotonous scenes vs Da-eum's bright atmosphere, the retro handycam that Da-eum prefers and Je-ha's sepia-toned flashbacks to his childhood. And while we are definitely sure that this K-trauma will force us to bring out our tissues pretty soon, the movie-making drama is bound to keep things engaging and suspenseful. From Du-young stealing his terminally ill wife's script to Je-ha's ex, Seo-yeong, being pushed into his path, there's definitely a little something for everybody. 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