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Top 3 Dramas
This drama holds a special place in my heart it was so healing to get a childhood friendship to romance but to them come back to it years later when you are now more mature. I loved the friendship group so much there was never any drama for no reason and they always had Sam Dals back when she returned. Chang Wook had a stunning performance as always from his emotional trauma with his parent to his loser lover vibes with Sam Dal. There was so many comical moments that actually had ,e laughing during this and I felt the mini scenes at the end of every episode really got us to see the best in Yong Pil and Sam Dals relationship. Another aspect of the show that held my heart was the sisterhood in it and they had it spot on as they were always there for each other no mater what was going on in each others lives, all 3 sisters had me captivated with their love story that I just kept on clicking next episode.I will never forget Sam Dals photography expedition when the whole village come together to really pick her up and show that she did not need Seoul to succeed, it was so beautifully done that it had me shedding tears .
Overall I will be watching again as it has so many plus points such as Jeju natural beauty, friendship, loss, love, sisterhood and some of the best character development
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I need to stop crying!
What can I say about this drama. It's amazing from every side that you see it. I've cried so much almost in every ep. The feelings of each story were expressed were so loud (a big thanks to all actors for that). Their love made me shutter each time. Perhaps it is bc of some personal experience that got me affected even more. I tried everytime to focus on the series and stop recalling my past. So let's start from somewhere.What in the Voldemort type obsession was that of Bang Eun Joo with Sam-dal? What kind of person acts so slyly. In the end the truth comes to surface. Dishonest ppl lose their power. Especially when you base your whole life/career on the achievements/ideas of someone else. So toxic to try to manipulate ppls feelings for your success.
Main characters love story is amazing. The detail with the red string theory melted me. Their feelings never shut down for each other. The respect they showed for each others family had me speechless. They put aside their relationship to keep their parents happy. Even if they were hurting every single moment. And they showed with all means that it wasn't just a teenage love. It was their whole life. They were meant to be together and that's it. They faced way to many unfortunate levels, but in the end their love helped them surpass all of them. I'm jealous of their love. I'm jealous of the way they look each other or how considerate they are. Even after years they still know the other person better than their own self and that's true love, that's caring.
The mothers story is heartbreaking. Their bond was so special and Sam-dals mother will never forgive herself till the day she dies. The pain and memory will hunt her forever and won't let her feel in peace. The guilt can't be overwatched. She'll be her forever platonic other half. The consistent hate of Yong-pils father towards Ms. Ko hides to much depression bc he never found the way to move on. The moment he finally accepted the past and made peace with Sam-dals family showed that deep down his hate wasn't in reality hate but pain.
The big 5 friendship is also so strong. They all protect each other, protecting a little more their only female friend of the group like shes their princess. Even though they haven't been in touch for years, they acted like not even a day has passed since they last spoken. And that's true friendship.
Lastly, the small somehow village society reminds me of my own neighborhood and village. Everyone knows everything. Even if you tried to hide, you can't bc there are eyes everywhere. The rumors and news spread quickly. The only way to escape this circle is for you to abandon this place and move out. Like the characters tried to do to persuade their dreams. Not everyone succeeds, but not everyone fails. Some will come back, some will continue their lives somewhere else but that doesn't change the fact that this place will be their forever home (if their lives there were good and not full of drama and toxicity).
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Wholesome
honestly started it just for Shin Hye Sun, she was amazing ofc, but the dolphin family stole my heart (wish we saw more of them).it was a very cosy, wholesome, warm hug drama.
the hometown people, siblings, friends Moms!! it was all very cute.
and gosh the actress(kim do eun) playing cha ha yul! she is the cutest most talented lil bean.
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Enchanting Leviosa
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Woah. WOW
This drama was just sensational! It was soooo good. The story was just 💯. So this drama is about two people that are childhood sweethearts but have a tragic and unfair breakup, and it's just about them finding their way back..home. It's also about how different people dealt with a tragedy that happened and how that affected people around them, I'm trying my best to not give away spoilers. But this drama was absolutely amazing. Frickin brilliant! It's basically about a forbidden love that is incredibly beautiful and so strong. The plot is sooo good. I can't explain HOW GOOD it is it's That good. And the music was mMmMMmM SO Cool!!! Ahh This drama was soo perfect! And to top it all off the acting of the cast was INCREDIBLE, I LOVED THEM. They've done a Really good job, Oh I loved watching the cast on screen sooo much. Every single member on screen was perfect. Absolutely perfect. Overall, This is a REALLY DAMN good drama about a melancholic forbidden love and a tragedy. Basically Absolutely beautiful story and plot. 📷🖼👩💼💞🧑💼🌦🗺Considerați utilă această recenzie?
A Refreshing Gem: "Welcome to Samdalri" is a Comforting K-Drama
I'm compelled to share my thoughts on this delightful drama, which has left a lasting impression on me. "Welcome to Samdalri" is a true gem that has captured my heart with its gentle, refreshing story and lovable characters.
As someone who tends to avoid heavy dramas and frustrating villains, I was thrilled to find that this show exceeded my expectations in every way. The female lead shines brightest, with a growth arc that's both inspiring and relatable. I was particularly impressed by the way the community rallied around her, offering support and encouragement on her journey.
The small town setting is also noteworthy, with its picturesque scenery and warm atmosphere that feels like a cozy hug. It's no wonder that this drama has become a comfort watch for many fans.
What struck me most, however, was the drama's ability to soothe my frazzled nerves after watching another intense K-drama, "Queen of Tears". This show was the perfect antidote to the stress and angst I had accumulated, and I found myself fully immersed in its gentle charm.
If you're looking for a lighthearted, feel-good K-drama that will leave you feeling uplifted and comforted, look no further than "Welcome to Samdalri".
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Sweet & Heartwarming
Simple, sweet story of friendship, love, motherhood & second chances.Cho Yong Pil is a weather forecaster. He is crazy, short-tempered, knucklehead, and loves his city.
Cho Sam Dal is a successful photographer. She is badass, smart, brave, crazy, temperamental, but hates her hometown. She shows herself strong, but she also needs someone to lean on.
Cho Yong Pil & Sam Dal were best friends from childhood, but for some reason, they brokeup. I loved their first meeting, it was hilarious. They were fighting over pants lace.
The way Cho Yong Pil thought Cho Sam Dal as a thief & his friends coming to catch the thief.
I laughed my ass off when Cho Yong Pil came to save Cho Sam Dal, but he fell into the water. After being saved by Cho Sam Dal, he was so embarrassed that he wouldn’t look at her & in the end, she did the same thing which he did in their first meeting.
Whenever Cho Sam Dal is drunk she would fall down & the boys would hurry to hold them.
Poor Yong Pil & his knees
The happy dance Cho Yong Pil gave when he got to know that Sam also liked him
Loved how positive Cho Yong Pil was about Boo Sang Do having feelings for Sam Dal.
Sweet thing Cho Yong Pil does, like tying Sam Dal shoelace in any kind of situation.
Loved the haenyeo fight between the two towns.
Bang Eun Joo deserves all of it. What Sam Dal mother did was right. Cho Sam Dal should've sued her if I were in her place, I would've sued her for lying. Because of these kinds of false accusations, many celebrities' careers are over.
Loved how everyone in Samdal ri helped Sam Dal with her exhibition
Laughed so hard Cho Sam Dal parents seeing her & Chong sleeping together.
Loved Cho Hae Dal & Cha Ha Yoo relationship. Cha Ha Yoo is more maturer than her age. Always worried about her mother.
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Not perfect but nice
This was cute but I didn't get any sense of romance between the leads. I LOVE these actors but feel it would have been better cast with late 20s actors and that timeline. The characters were all pushing 40 and that wasn't in keeping with their actions. Also, why the leads were allowed to date for years, and then absolutely not just didn't make sense for me. But beautiful scenery and fun side characters. The setting was charming and it was never boring... it just seemed like a missed opportunity. But JCW is always lovely and I'll watch anything he appears in.Considerați utilă această recenzie?
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Lovely, healing and heartwrenching
Lovely: the village folk, to see JCW reunited with his surrogate mom from Healer, the beautiful chemistry between the leads and their families.Healing: the scenery, the ocean, how to deal with your first love when he/she is suddenly very much back in your life?
Heartwrenching: JCW looking at SHS and vice versa. So excited for romance to come (Back). Her backstory in Seoul. The sister with the kid - interested in her story!
I love it so far. Relatable emotions and great acting. I like both leads very much and the have great chemistry. Can’t wait for more.
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wonderful
This drama was so highly anticipated and thankfully it delivered. Shin hae sun and her team more than delivered. She was in her all encompassing roles of acting versatility and range. The storyline may appear simple and down to earth but the delivery from all the actors made it so intriguing and so captivating. So pleased that year 2023 should close with a drama worth watching. Recently there are too many new releases that unfortunately showcase the actors visuals but failed to convince on their acting skills. Kudos to all members of wts team for such a great drama with genuinely brilliant acting prowess.Considerați utilă această recenzie?
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A Small Town Romance With Quirky Characters
JTBC’s latest offering “Welcome to Samdalri” is a decades long saga of friendship, lost love and reconciliation. Starring Ji Chang Wook and Shin Hye Sun in the lead roles of Cho Yong Pil & Cho Sam Dal/Cho Eun Hye, the show transverses their journey as they reconnect after eight years of separation. The first thing that I noticed about this show is the scenic beauty. Shot in the backdrop of the beautiful Jeju island, the show banks on the small town life and its busy yet nosy neighborhood. Set in Samdalri (which is native to both Cho Yong Pil & Cho Sam Dal), the drama focuses on their reconciliation as Sam-dal returns to her hometown when her career plummets and she is at her wit’s end. The pilot episodes were pretty decent at introducing the individual characters and their current lives while keeping their past shredded in mystery. There is a lot going on in the backdrop that we are unaware of and these invisible issues have been adversely affecting their relationship for almost a decade. Let’s sit down and dissect the finer details relative to this small town romance!Read the complete article here-
https://kcdramamusings.wordpress.com/2023/12/05/welcome-to-samdalri-first-impressions/
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The best
It's one of the best And the drama. It's all you need to sit down and watch it now for the holidays wonderful romantic healing. A JCW amazing in his role great as always and never lets me down. All the actors are amazing and have chemistry.Considerați utilă această recenzie?
The FL character is so problematic
Seriously the way the FL character is portrayed 6 episodes in is so problematic. I dont know if I should continue watching this until the end or just drop this right now. It is hard to accept that someone who worked her ass off to make a name for herself will just sit down and play the victim when she had every opportunity and resources to fight back. If its the mental health card that the scriptwriter is playing, it kinda feels unrealistic for me. Thankfully I find the characters around the FL entertaining - the male friend who owns the store, the niece, the gossiping ajummas.Considerați utilă această recenzie?
