Man Who Dies to Live
Man Who Dies to Live

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Man Who Dies to Live

2017
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Korean

In the late 1970's, Jang Dal-Goo went to the Middle East and settled down in the small kingdom. He became Count Souad Fahd Ali and found success there, but he returns to South Korea to find his daughter. He appears in front his daughter Lee Ji-Young and his son-in-law Kang Ho-Rim. Lee Ji-Young has a positive personality and her dream is to have a happy family and become a writer. Kang Ho-Rim has a great looking appearance and works as an ordinary salaryman.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Google Users88%
Director: Lee Jae-gyooGenres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance

Plot Summary

A man finds himself reliving the same day over and over after a mysterious encounter. He must navigate the complexities of his repeating life, confront past regrets, and find a way to break the cycle. Along the way, he encounters a woman who seems to hold a key to his predicament, leading him to question the nature of time, fate, and love.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception from audiences, praised for its unique premise and emotional depth. While some critics found the narrative occasionally convoluted, many lauded the performances, particularly from the lead actors, and the film's exploration of themes such as second chances and the value of life.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive time-loop concept and emotional resonance.

  • Applauded for strong performances that anchor the fantastical elements.

  • Some found the plot progression a bit predictable or slightly confusing at times.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's thought-provoking story about regret and redemption, with many highlighting the emotional impact and the satisfying resolution. The romantic elements and the lead actors' chemistry were frequently cited as positives.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Lee Jae-gyoo, is also known for directing the popular South Korean zombie thriller series 'All of Us Are Dead'.

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ParkMin

ParkMin

The controversy regarding the middle east content was only contained during the first 10 minutes to serve as an introduction while the remainder of the drama was solely in South Korea. Regardless of these 10 minutes intro, the drama had ple...