Thousand Year Gumiho
Thousand Year Gumiho

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Thousand Year Gumiho

2020
Movie
74 min
Korean

The leader gumiho, who has lived for more than 1,000 years, is captivated by a human woman, Gu Ho, who met Jeong Yeon, who has been reborn in the present. The 500-year-old Mi Ho, who is good at transforming herself into a different creature, advises Gu Ho not to love people after experiencing heartbreaking love in the Joseon Dynasty. Su Ho, a 25-year-old boy, falls in love with people, gets hurt, and is filled with hatred for humans. The Love Story of Gumiho, which connects Japanese colonial era and Joseon Dynasty in the present.

Insights

IMDb7.2/10
Google Users85%
Director: Lee Jang-sooGenres: Fantasy, Romance, Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

A centuries-old nine-tailed fox, Shin Woo-yeo, who longs to become human, accidentally swallows a magical bead that belongs to a modern-day college student, Lee Dam. The bead is crucial for Woo-yeo's transformation, but its premature swallowing puts Dam in danger. Their fates become intertwined as they embark on a quest to retrieve the bead and figure out how to separate them, leading to unexpected romance and self-discovery.

Critical Reception

The drama garnered significant attention for its unique premise and the chemistry between its leads. While praised for its visual effects and engaging plot, some critics noted pacing issues in certain episodes. Audience reception was generally positive, appreciating the blend of fantasy, romance, and comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling fantasy elements and romantic storyline.

  • The performances of the main cast were highlighted as a significant strength.

  • Some viewers found the plot progression to be occasionally uneven.

Google audience: Viewers largely enjoyed the show's imaginative plot and the romantic tension between the main characters. The fantasy aspect was well-received, though a portion of users wished for a slightly faster pace in the narrative.

Fun Fact

The drama is a remake of the popular 2010 Chinese web novel 'My Girlfriend is a Gumiho' and its subsequent 2010 South Korean drama adaptation of the same name, but with a revised storyline and characters.

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