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My Girlfriend Is an Agent
Ahn Soo-ji and Lee Jae-joon, who are oblivious to each other's real profession as secret agents, are in an ill-fated relationship. Three years later, they accidentally meet targeting the same enemy.
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Plot Summary
A secret agent, Ahn Soo-ji, skillfully handles dangerous missions while hiding her true profession from her boyfriend, Lee Jae-joon. When Jae-joon, a former NIS agent himself, is forced back into service, their relationship is put to the ultimate test. They find themselves working together, battling not only international spies but also the complications of their own secret lives and evolving feelings.
Critical Reception
My Girlfriend Is an Agent was a commercial success in South Korea, praised for its blend of thrilling action sequences and comedic romantic elements. While not a critical darling, it resonated well with audiences for its entertaining plot and the chemistry between its leads, becoming one of the highest-grossing domestic films of its release year.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its entertaining mix of action and comedy.
The chemistry between the lead actors was a highlight for many viewers.
A fun and lighthearted spy thriller with a romantic twist.
Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film for its humorous situations, engaging plot, and the romantic dynamic between the main characters. Many found it to be a well-executed blend of espionage and comedy.
Fun Fact
The film was inspired by the 1996 Hollywood film 'The Long Kiss Goodnight', although it developed its own unique Korean flavor and storyline.
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