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Pure Love
This is the story of Diane (Alex Gonzaga), an optimistic rich girl who seems to have everything; and Ysabel (Yen Santos), an average working girl who led a rather ‘lifeless’ life since her boyfriend died. One day, because of an accident, Diane and Ysabel’s fates became entwined. In her state of coma, Diane discovered through the mysterious “Scheduler” (Matt Evans) that she was not destined to die yet. Then she will be given a second chance at life, that is, after completing a special task–to gather three “pure” teardrops shed out of pure love by three people outside her family within the next 40 days. To help her accomplish her task, Scheduler gives Diane the chance to inhabit the body of Ysabel. Will Dianne and Ysabel succeed in bringing their lives back after the 40-day ordeal fate has put them through?
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Plot Summary
During a summer in 1991, a shy high school student receives a letter from a radio DJ, which begins a year-long correspondence that blossoms into a deep, if distant, friendship. The story unfolds through a series of letters exchanged between the two, revealing their inner thoughts, dreams, and the emotional journey of young love and self-discovery. It captures the innocence and intensity of first love against the backdrop of youthful aspirations and the bittersweet realities of growing up.
Critical Reception
Pure Love received a generally positive reception, particularly praised for its nostalgic portrayal of first love and friendship, its heartwarming story, and strong performances from its young cast. While some critics found the plot a bit predictable, the film's emotional resonance and tender depiction of youthful relationships resonated well with audiences.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its touching and nostalgic depiction of young love and friendship.
Appreciated for the performances of its lead actors, especially Kim So-hyun and D.O.
Felt by some to be a predictable but ultimately heartwarming coming-of-age story.
Google audience: Audiences generally loved the film's emotional depth and its ability to evoke feelings of nostalgia for first love and youthful innocence. Many found it a sweet and touching story that effectively captured the bittersweet nature of growing up.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the novel 'Unpacking Box' by Lee Yoon-mi, which itself was inspired by a radio show segment where listeners shared stories of love and friendship.
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