Live Up to Your Name
Live Up to Your Name

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Live Up to Your Name

2017
TV Show
Ended
2 Seasons
Korean

Heo Im is an oriental doctor, acknowledged as the best in acupuncture and moxibustion in Joseon. His success is blocked due to his low status.

Insights

IMDb7.5/10
Director: Hong Jong-chan, Kim Nam-gilGenres: Medical, Fantasy, Romance, Time Travel

Plot Summary

Heo Im, a brilliant Joseon-era doctor specializing in acupuncture, finds himself mysteriously transported to modern-day Seoul. Armed with his traditional knowledge, he navigates the challenges of a futuristic medical world. He encounters Choi Yeon-kyung, a cardiothoracic surgeon from the present day, who becomes entangled in his extraordinary journey. Together, they face life-and-death situations, exploring the differences and similarities between ancient and modern medicine.

Critical Reception

The series was generally well-received, praised for its unique blend of historical and modern elements, with particular commendation for the lead actors' performances and the chemistry between them. Its exploration of time travel within a medical drama context offered a fresh perspective.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its engaging plot that successfully blends fantasy and medical drama.

  • Kim Nam-gil and Kim Ah-joong's performances were highlighted as strong points.

  • The time-travel element was seen as an innovative and captivating addition.

Google audience: Audience reviews often lauded the drama's unique concept and the compelling performances of the main cast, particularly the dynamic between the leads.

Fun Fact

Kim Nam-gil, who plays the lead role of Heo Im, also served as a producer for the series, indicating a significant personal investment in the project.

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My Review

TMDB Reviews

1 reviews
ParkMin

ParkMin

Things can get really muddy when talking about the science of acupuncture, although this is a fantasy but to try and push one narrative over the other this desperately is a tough sell in this scenario. I don't think the drama managed to nav...