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Love & Law
Woo Lee-kyung worked at a major law firm as a secretary when she fell head-over-heels in love with Byun-hyuk, a rising star attorney in the firm. They fell madly in love with each other and ended up living together for three years. However, one day, Byun-hyuk decided to leave her, and all she had left were his law school books. The despaired Lee-kyung studied day and night with Byun-hyuk’s books, and soon passed the bar exam herself. Lee-kyung ends up opening her own tiny office with no employees. Her first task is to represent Han Min-kook, who winds up in a huge divorce lawsuit that could cost him an incredible sum of $100 million dollars. This case also lands Lee-kyung in a funny, cute tale of romance. Meanwhile, the story takes an odd twist when it is discovered that Han Min-kook’s ex-wife, Lee Ae-ri, is Lee-kyung’s good friend, and the lawyer representing Ae-ri is none other than Byun-hyuk himself. At the end of the day, Lee-kyung is left with the challenge of facing a showdown with her friend, Ae-ri, as well as her first love, Byun-hyuk.
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Plot Summary
Set in the bustling city of Shanghai during the Republican era, 'Love & Law' follows the intertwined lives of two talented young women, both aspiring lawyers. As they navigate the complexities of love, friendship, and ambition in a society on the brink of change, they find themselves drawn into a world of legal battles, personal sacrifices, and profound emotional discoveries. Their journeys are marked by moral dilemmas and the pursuit of justice in a patriarchal society.
Critical Reception
The drama was generally well-received for its compelling narrative, strong performances from its lead actresses, and its evocative portrayal of Shanghai in the 1930s. Critics praised its blend of romance and legal intrigue, although some noted that certain plotlines leaned towards melodrama. It was particularly lauded for its female-centric storyline and its exploration of women's roles in a rapidly modernizing China.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for strong acting, especially from Zhou Xun and Sun Li.
Appreciated for its detailed historical setting and engaging plot.
Some viewers found the romantic subplots to be overly dramatic.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the captivating chemistry between the lead actresses and the well-developed characters. Many enjoyed the blend of historical context with personal stories of love and career challenges, though some wished for a more streamlined narrative in the latter half.
Fun Fact
The drama was filmed on location in Shanghai, utilizing many historical buildings to authentically recreate the atmosphere of the 1930s.
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