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Gumiho Recipe
Yeo Hee runs a vegetarian cafe at Jeonju Hanok Village. She is a thousands-old nine-tailed fox who still can't move on from Master Jin Woo, her first love a thousand years ago. One day, she finds out that Jin Woo has reincarnated, and now is Yoon Ho, a young and confident CEO. But Yoon Ho already gets engaged to another woman. Yeo Hee decides to seduce him to rekindle their long-lost love, and she asks Seung Hwan, a paramedic, to learn seduction in the modern age. Seung Hwan was devastated after his girlfriend dumped him. As he helps Yeo Hee, he slowly believes his chance to love someone again.
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Plot Summary
A quirky fantasy-romance about a gumiho, a mythical nine-tailed fox, who runs a restaurant and seeks to become human. She finds herself entangled with two men: one who is deeply suspicious of her true nature and another who is hopelessly smitten. The story blends humor with elements of the supernatural as she navigates the complexities of love and humanity.
Critical Reception
Gumiho Recipe received a generally positive reception, particularly for its charming premise and the chemistry between its lead actresses. While some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable, the film was praised for its lighthearted tone and its unique take on the gumiho folklore.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its cute and engaging fantasy-romance plot.
Commended for the strong performances and chemistry among the female leads.
Noted for its humorous take on Korean folklore.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's enjoyable and lighthearted nature, with many finding it a fun and sweet romantic comedy. The fantastical elements and character interactions were frequently cited as positives.
Fun Fact
The film cleverly incorporates traditional Korean folklore about the gumiho, reimagining the mythical creature in a modern, relatable setting.
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