My Unfamiliar Family
My Unfamiliar Family

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My Unfamiliar Family

2020
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Korean

A family must deal with the unresolved emotions and misunderstandings that deeply affect their relationships with each other. From the mother that wants to graduate from her marriage, to the daughter who discovers her husband's well-hidden secret, the family must learn to rely on and communicate with each other.

Insights

IMDb8.0/10
Director: Kwon Young-ilGenres: Drama, Romance, Family

Plot Summary

The drama tells the story of a daughter who drifts away from her family, meeting them again years later as strangers. It explores the complexities of family relationships, misunderstandings, and the emotional journeys of individuals trying to reconnect with their loved ones. Through various intertwined storylines, the series delves into the pain and eventual healing that comes from navigating familial estrangement.

Critical Reception

My Unfamiliar Family received widespread critical acclaim for its realistic portrayal of family dynamics and its emotionally resonant storytelling. Reviewers praised its nuanced characters, relatable conflicts, and the sensitive direction, highlighting its ability to capture the subtle yet profound changes that occur within families over time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its incredibly realistic and relatable depiction of complex family relationships.

  • Hailed for its poignant exploration of misunderstandings and the challenges of familial estrangement.

  • Commended for strong performances that bring depth and emotional authenticity to the characters.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the show's ability to evoke deep emotional responses, with many viewers connecting to the characters' struggles and finding solace in the themes of reconciliation and understanding within families.

Awards & Accolades

Won 'Best Drama' at the 2020APAN Star Awards. Nominated for multiple awards at the 57th Baeksang Arts Awards, including Best Actress for Han Ye-ri.

Fun Fact

The drama's title itself, 'My Unfamiliar Family,' reflects the central theme of estrangement and the process of rediscovering one's family members as if they were strangers.

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ParkMin

ParkMin

This drama was a one big exhibition of petty fights with a lot of noise and little to no substance. These arguments and fights were the main driving element of the drama and it's important for it to be supported by a good dialogue. Unfortun...