Temptation of an Angel
Temptation of an Angel

Temptation of an Angel

2009TV ShowEnded1 SeasonKorean

Joo Ah-Ran and Shin Hyun-Woo have an elaborate wedding at a luxurious hotel. Shin Hyun-Woo sincerely loves Joo Ah-Ran, but Joo Ah-Ran has ulterior motives for the marriage. Joo Ah-Rans family was destroyed by Shin Hyun-Woo's parents and, because of this, she is marrying Shin Hyun-Woo in a secret plan to exact revenge.Sometime after their marriage, Shin Hyun-Woo is involved in a horrible car accident, leaving him in a coma. Once Shin Hyun-Woo awakes from his coma he learns of Joo Ah-Ran's revenge plot and then sets out on his own path for revenge....

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Kim Jin-manGenres: Drama, Romance, Melodrama

Plot Summary

The film centers on a woman who, after her husband's suspicious death, finds herself drawn into a passionate and dangerous affair. She navigates a world of secrets, lies, and intense desire as she confronts her past and seeks justice. Her choices lead her down a path of forbidden love and moral compromise, blurring the lines between right and wrong.

Critical Reception

Temptation of an Angel received a mixed to negative reception, with critics often citing its melodramatic plot and predictable twists. While some acknowledged the performances, the film was largely criticized for its formulaic approach to erotic thrillers and its sensationalized themes. Audience reception mirrored this, with many finding the story overly contrived and lacking in genuine emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often criticized for its overly dramatic and convoluted plot.
  • Performances were sometimes highlighted, but couldn't salvage the predictable narrative.
  • Labeled as a formulaic melodrama with little originality.

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The film's plot bears some resemblance to classic tragic romance narratives, exploring themes of desire and consequence within a contemporary Korean setting.

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