You Raise Me Up
You Raise Me Up

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You Raise Me Up

2021
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Korean

Do Yong-Sik is 31-year-old man with some troubles. He has prepared for the civil service exam for years. During this time, his physical appearance has deteriorated, with a now big gut. Do Yong-Sik is also impotent. He decides to go to a urology clinic to address his impotency. There, Do Yong-Sik meets his first love Lee Ru-Da. She works at the clinic as a urologist.

Insights

Director: Choi Do-hoonGenres: Romance, Drama, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A fantasy romance drama where a popular but arrogant celebrity suddenly finds himself able to see the future after a car accident. He encounters a beautiful and mysterious woman who holds the key to his altered reality and his emotional healing. Together, they navigate their complicated relationship and the consequences of foreknowledge.

Critical Reception

While the premise offered intriguing fantasy elements, the drama received a mixed reception. It was praised for its romantic storyline and the chemistry between the leads, but criticized for a somewhat predictable plot and underdeveloped supporting characters. The production values were generally considered decent for a web drama.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sweet romantic chemistry.

  • Found the fantasy elements interesting but not fully realized.

  • Some viewers noted the plot felt a bit cliché at times.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'You Raise Me Up' were generally positive, with many viewers enjoying the heartwarming romance and the performances of the lead actors. Some found the story to be a comforting and escapist watch, though a few commented on the predictability of the narrative.

Fun Fact

The drama was released as a short-form series, with each episode being around 15-20 minutes long, making it easily digestible for online viewers.

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ParkMin

ParkMin

Nice radiohead intro and nice pink aesthetics but that's where the nice things end. The drama threw at you an enormous mixed emotional package that was never untangled adequately, not even remotely close. The shorter than usual runtime isn'...