Are You Human?
Are You Human?

Are You Human?

2018TV ShowEnded1 SeasonKorean

Nam Shin is a son from a family who runs a large company. After an unexpected accident, he falls into a coma. His mother Oh Ro-Ra is an authority on brain science and artificial intelligence. She creates an android named Nam Shin III which looks like just like her son Nam Shin. The android pretends to be Nam Shin and he has a bodyguard So-Bong.

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IMDb7.4/10
Director: Yoon Seong-sikGenres: Sci-Fi, Romance, Drama, Melodrama

Plot Summary

In a world where artificial intelligence is advanced, a young heir to a conglomerate falls into a coma. To protect his position and the company, his mother creates an android replica of him. The android is sent to take his place, but begins to develop human emotions and falls in love with his bodyguard, leading to a complex and dangerous situation.

Critical Reception

The series garnered significant attention for its intriguing premise blending science fiction with romance and humanistic themes. It was praised for its visual effects and the lead actors' performances, particularly Seo Kang-joon's portrayal of both the human heir and the android. While the plot occasionally relied on familiar K-drama tropes, the exploration of AI and humanity resonated with audiences, leading to generally positive reviews.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its innovative sci-fi concept and romantic storyline.
  • Appreciated the lead actor's dual performance as a human and an android.
  • Some viewers found certain plot developments predictable, but the emotional core was engaging.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google was generally positive, with viewers highlighting the compelling story of an android discovering emotions and love. The chemistry between the main actors was frequently mentioned as a strong point, though some felt the narrative stretched its premise thin at times.

Fun Fact

Seo Kang-joon had to portray two distinct characters: the wealthy, arrogant Nam Shin III and his cold, emotionless android counterpart, Nam Shin. He underwent extensive training to embody the subtle differences in their movements and expressions.

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ParkMin

ParkMin

To put it simply, the drama was not good. Selling a love story between an android and a human is a tough task on its own but the lack of chemistry and a functional dynamic between the two made it an impossible task to achieve. Not only the ...