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Like a Fairytale
Kim Myeong-Je (Lee Chun-Hee) is a college student, nicknamed Toad because of his pimples. He meets Han Seo-Yeong (Kang Ye-Sol) at the library and falls in love with her at first sight. He soon joins the singing club to get closer to her, but Han Seo-Yeong has feelings for Seo Jeong-Wu (Kim Jung-San). After being rebuffed by Han Seo-Yeong twice, he is soon drafted into the army. Baek Jang-Mi (Choi Yoon-Young) is a college student at the same university and a member of the singing club. She also has a crush on Seo Jeong-Wu, but she sees Han Seo-Yeong getting closer to him. Because of her ultra-strict mother, Baek Jang-Mi's hopes of romance with Seo Jeong-Wu soon ends. 6 years later, Kim Myeong-Je and Baek Jang-Mi meet again at a bank.
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Plot Summary
A young boy named Finn, who has a rare blood disorder, is sent to live with his estranged grandfather in a secluded lodge after his parents' death. While there, Finn discovers a magical world hidden within the forest surrounding the lodge, where he encounters mythical creatures and embarks on an adventure that helps him cope with his illness and grief.
Critical Reception
Like a Fairytale was primarily aimed at a family audience and received a mixed to positive reception for its heartwarming story and visual appeal. While some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable and derivative of classic fantasy tales, many praised its gentle pacing, endearing characters, and the positive messages it conveyed about courage, family, and imagination.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its enchanting fantasy elements and suitable for younger viewers.
Acknowledged for its touching themes of loss and healing through imagination.
Some found the narrative arc to be familiar, lacking originality.
Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Like a Fairytale' on Google is not readily available, but it is generally considered a gentle and imaginative fantasy film for families.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in British Columbia, Canada, to capture the atmospheric, natural setting crucial to its fairytale aesthetic.
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