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Melo Movie (2024)

Episodes: 10

Rating: 5/5 ⭐

Just finished watching Melo Movie and I honestly wasn’t ready for the emotional rollercoaster it put me through. What I thought was a simple melodrama turned out to be one of the most heartfelt and painfully real series I’ve seen this year. Here’s a quick review and why it completely wrecked me (in the best way possible).

When I first saw the trailer of Melo Movie, I genuinely thought it was a full-length film based on the title alone. To my surprise, it turned out to be a 10-episode drama series. 

Initially, I planned to let it sit in my watchlist. I wasn’t really in the mood for a series at the time, especially with so many ongoing shows. But something drew me in and I’m so glad I gave it a chance.

The storyline was beautifully written, emotional, and grounded. It carried the signature intensity of a melodrama, but with a touch of realism that made the characters’ struggles hit even harder. Many of the conflicts they faced felt deeply relatable, even painful at times. The cast brought raw, emotional performances that made every character feel real and familiar. 

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There were moments that truly broke my heart especially when Gyeom’s brother died, and the unresolved love between Si-Jun and Ju-A. As sad as those scenes were, they added a layer of authenticity that made the story even more impactful. Life isn’t always clean-cut, and this drama didn’t shy away from showing that.

Melo Movie is more than just a tearjerker, it’s a deeply moving exploration of love, grief, and personal growth. I think it's one of those series that will stay with me for a long time.

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💌: The Haunted Palace (KDrama)

Episodes: 16 Rating: 4.7/5 ⭐

Finished this last night and i truly loved the story. Some parts were predictable but it made sense, and it was beautifully done. Bo Na was a literal goddess, and her scenes with Sung Jae had such weight. Also obsessed with Kang Chul and the king’s friendship. The sacrifices hurt, but they mattered. 100% worth my time and tears. If you enjoy palace dramas with fantasy twists, moral dilemmas, and character-driven storytelling, this one’s definitely worth checking out.

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The final episode of The Haunted Palace aired just a few days ago, and for me, it was a genuinely solid series. It became one of those rare shows I found myself eagerly waiting for every week.

The storyline and pacing were consistently engaging, weaving mystery, fantasy, and palace intrigue in a way that felt both familiar and refreshingly new. While a few plot points were somewhat predictable, they were necessary for the narrative’s progression. And honestly, even when I could guess what was coming, it still felt like the right way for the story to unfold and that, in itself, is part of what made it beautiful.

The casting was top-tier. Bo Na was an absolute standout. She looked every bit the goddess, and her performance carried a quiet strength that anchored many of the series’ emotional moments. Her chemistry with Sung Jae wasn’t perfect, but it worked. Together, they gave justice to their characters' relationship, making it believable and emotionally grounded in the world the story built around them.

One of my favorite aspects of the series was the dynamic between Kang Chul and the king. Their unlikely friendship was heartfelt and sincere, offering some of the drama’s most moving scenes. Their interaction was so satisfying, I'd die just for them to have more bickering and bantering moments.

The sacrifices made along the way were painful to watch but essential to the plot’s depth and weight, adding emotional stakes that kept me invested until the very end.

Overall, The Haunted Palace was absolutely worth my time and my tears. It delivered on drama, mystery, and character relationships in a way that made it a standout series for me this year.

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💌: Ride Your Wave

I finally watched Ride Your Wave after years of putting it off—and let me tell you, it shattered me in the most beautiful way. If you’re into emotional, visually stunning anime films with deep themes of grief, healing, and love that transcends distance and time, this one's for you.

MIGHT CONTAIN SPOILERS! ࣪ ִֶָ☾.

I just finished watching Ride Your Wave after putting it off for so long and guess what? I cried so hard, both in the middle and at the end. I still went into it already knowing that Minato would die, but even with that in mind, I wasn’t prepared for how deeply this movie would hit me. I found myself clinging to their love story, desperately wishing I could see more of it even though I knew I'd be left broken.

One of the most emotional moments for me was when Hinako received a message from Minato on Christmas Day. It wasn’t an actual appearance—just a pre-recorded message broadcast through the public greeting tower. But it still felt like he had reached across time to comfort her one last time. It was such a quiet, powerful moment, and by the time it was revealed, I was already in tears.

The animation was absolutely gorgeous. I fell in love with the visuals, especially the way the water was animated—so fluid and dreamlike. And the music? Don’t even get me started. The theme song, sung by both Hinako and Minato, hit me straight in the heart. It felt so raw and magical, like the soundtrack of a love that was too good—and too short—for this world.

There was also that moment when Minato’s friend confessed his feelings to Hinako. At first, I thought maybe they’d end up together. A part of me wanted her to have someone, to feel less alone. But in the end, I really appreciated that the story didn’t take that route. It felt more respectful and real that their bond remained as friends—and it was touching to see his friend end up dating Minato’s sister instead.

What truly stayed with me, though, was Hinako’s growth. At the beginning, she was lost and drifting—much like the waves she used to ride so confidently. But by the end of the film, she returns to the sea, not to escape her grief, but to embrace life again. She learns to ride her wave—her own wave—and that final scene of her surfing again was both symbolic and powerful.

It broke my heart knowing that Hinako once saved Minato from drowning as a child, only to lose him to the waves later on. It felt cruel, poetic, and painfully human. And the way he would appear in the water whenever she sang their song? Beautiful and bittersweet. A reminder that love doesn’t always disappear—it lingers in the things we love.

Love this song so much, I kept hearing it even in my sleep.

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