Come and Hug Me (2018)

could've been more than this

Honestly.. im not that kinda ppl whos into thriller, mystery, and such. i prefer romance dramas w/ fluffy scenes,clingy boyfie etc.. but sometimes i wanna make myself suffer from sadness! therefore i gave it a try :D
imho, it wasn't bad after all as i could feel their emotions..yet somehow i'd rather the teenage part than the adult part. teenage main leads genuinely dive into their own character, let alone the crime that took place 12 years ago was more hurtful as well as shiver me up. this drama has fewer romantic moments indeed, i could understand it. as for the massacre scenes in the present, it should've been way more sadistic for me lol

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!! Contains VERY minor Spoilers !!==

This is a show I went in to fully expecting the melodrama and pain. I honestly did not read that much about it and was just kind of expecting something akin to “Just Between Lovers.” I was pleasantly surprised to find that, despite the darker story elements and the nature of the plot, it really wasn’t all that melodramatic or painful. It was intense and emotional, for sure. But nothing too “makjang” or over-the-top. I loved the character of Nak Won and how she went against the stereotype of what her character would typically be in this sort of story (ie full of blame, self-pity, and anger). Instead, she was warm-hearted and strong despite having to deal with some serious PTSD. Her love and support of Na Moo truly warmed my heart…she never blamed him for what his father did and the scene of her younger self getting out of the car and giving him a hug, telling him he had to keep on living...gave me goosebumps.

Na Moo himself was a heartwarming character—steadfast and loyal. He was so, so sweet. But something about him (I don’t know if this is a flaw in the writing or simply elements of his actor, Jang Ki Yong) just never had me that engaged with his character. There was virtually no chemistry between him and Nak Won, except with their younger counter-parts who were A-MA-ZING. And I think because of this, I couldn’t really get that into later parts of this drama. Even though the pace of the story was fine, it felt like it lagged and I just wanted it to be over, which is a shame given the initial fervor I went into it with. I still think this is a lovely and entertaining drama. I just wish I had loved it more in the end.

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Superb drama that explores the grey areas in life

First of, this drama gives off a new flavor on the romance genre, it has that unique charm that other dramas lack of which is warmth and sincerity. At first, I was hesitant because crime and romance isn't really a genre that mix together quite well but through this drama, I realized it is possible. What I love about this drama is that more than romance, they focused on the complexity of each characters development and explored the relationships between the characters on a deeper level. On the downside, I wasn't really happy about some parts where they try to give off piece by piece information about the past because personally for me doing the flashbacks are only effective if there's an impact or tension but on this one it's like they're giving out Q&A. You know the answer but you're just waiting to confirm if you're correct. I just thought it would be better if they completed the past then gave flashbacks only if necessary. Nonetheless, this drama is still great because it's not too dreamy and really close to reality.

Anyway another thing I really commend on this drama are the casts and their excellent acting skills. I felt the continuity of the story from the past and present. I really felt like the younger ones grew up for real. They had the same facial expression, same attitude and characteristics. Out of all dramas I watched that dealt with past and present, I can confidently say that this is the best among them. I am also shocked to see myself empathizing on an antagonist which lies on the grey area, portraying as the bad guy but is really warm inside. The best part of this drama is that, the events are negative and unfortunate but the characters remain positive and tried to solve the problem without getting swayed by it. Other dramas usually gives tragic scenes where it is completely unfair that the characters were forced to change, sometimes sacrificing something that's really precious to them but this drama is different. It allowed the characters to grow together while fighting together and also grow individually on their own as time passes.

This is really a hidden gem as indicated on the article where I discover this drama. I didn't mind being sad with the characters because I feel their sincerity and care towards each other which makes me believe that sadness is something we feel because we are human. Instead of running away, we must embrace it so that we can grow for the better.

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This is an excellent drama! This drama is a thriller with a heart! Full of raw emotions, it depicts the lives of those that are impacted by the actions of a psychopath and also the determination to not let such tragic and inhuman events destroyed the lives of those affected. This drama portrays every character’s strengths and weaknesses in such a crude and natural way that doesn’t foment any sympathy or desire to understand the nature of the psychopath but it immerses the viewer into the heart of the protagonists and those around them. Although considered a romantic thriller by many, I would say that it is not; the drama is a thriller where individuals are still able to love beyond the circumstances. Everything in this drama is carefully done and the performances are stellar. Enjoy it!

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Perfect portrayal of characters made possible with their top-tier acting skills

The title itself fits the whole story; the warmth of a hug that can soothe one’s uneasy feelings. The show established a great flow of storyline that is unique and well-written. Every episode manages to get my attention throughout without getting any hint of tiredness or boringness. Especially since it will give you an absolute vibe of creepiness. That irksome aura can be seen overflowing in the psychopath’s devilish stares and smiles.

The best element of this drama is the way that the actors offer excellence in handling their roles perfectly. Each one of them contributes more than enough and carries on filling their part to the fullest. From the main characters up to the supporting roles, super deserves to get praise from the audience.

My favorite episode will be from EP17. The face-off fight between the two brothers was dramatically intense. Loving the fact that Do Jin, his mother, and his younger sister never gave up to save their older brother. Since they all knew that he was badly influenced by their ill father. That scene when Do Jin was accidentally stabbed by Hyun Moo’s knife and the way he hugged his brother was such an impactful tension of feelings.

I may be late finishing this fantastic show, but the important part is I enjoyed every element it has to present to us. The series deserves more recognition. The actors are incredible, have a fine foundation of conflicts, have consistency in providing interesting plots, and connect every single detail of the script to the actual happenings in the story. The ending hugs they both gave to their little selves are wholesome, a happy ending indeed.

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More like a emotional journey

This is one of the drama which makes you emotional and can make you feel the pain and happiness which they are going through.

Rather that psychological drama I would say it's a type of drama where you see realistic characters (characters with flaws they have their weaknesses and strength not some super cool idol character) and their emotional journey as well as their character development.

Both leads have done a good job especially female lead, she has done a good job and make you connect to her character and as for male lead I think it's good but not on point it's bit off but both child male and female lead was good and have done a good job I can even say that they are more good than the adult male and female lead.

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The story was captivating. It pulled me in and had me guessing and had me feel so many emotions. It was excruciating having to wait every week for episodes and the ending had me in tears. The characters were so beautifully made. At times I felt scared especially at the start but could make it through because of how curious I was.
The acting and cast were superb! Every single actor and actress made their characters come alive and personally found the brother of the male lead very very good at acting. Main leads and their younger versions were so good !! And the dad was a standout with his skilful acting.
Tbh I didn’t really pay much attention to the music but that must be a good thing if it didn’t stand out in a bad way for me to notice. I just remember feeling so emotional and tense during so many parts so the music must have made a good impact.
Wouldn’t rewatch because my heart wouldn’t be able to take the intensity again haha.
Would totally recommend this drama to anyone up for a good storyline and great cast.
Claps to the writers, directors, crew, actors/actresses and everyone behind the scenes of this amazing drama!!!!

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Psycho-Thriller drama. Showcase how powerful media can be..

I dont know if its fair to say, but I like the younger actors playing the main role than their adult counter parts. Their story was more engaging. For me, I get the romanticism from them.

When they became adults, its where the drama kick in. A daughter with a picture perfect family who lost everything. A son willing to own the sins of the father. A psychotic fathers love. A mothers love bound by more than blood. See, drama right?

Some parts of the show, the media was more vicious than the antagonist of the show. Makes me think whos the real villain.

The show may not be perfect but it is still a good show because after the fight for their love, their lives, they still achieved their happy ending.

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great performance, interesting suspense, but dragged for too long

i was very excited to watch this drama. i love both actors, i saw that so many recommended this after watching 'just between lovers' which is one of my favorites, and the story seemed pretty intense.

however, it has greatly disappointed me. the chemistry wasn't as good as i hoped it would be, and the story dragged for more episodes than it should've. things were starting to get repetitive halfway through. however, i really liked the side characters, like the brother and adoptive mother, which were very touching to watch. the ml's brother stole the show for me! he was so vulnerable but strong, and loved so passionately. the father also did a wonderful job portraying the madness of a murderer. his performance was impeccable, always managed to make you have chills down your spine every time he's on screen !

if you have time on your hands, and just want something to pass time with thrilling scenes, go for it!

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One of the best series I have seen so far. The chemistry between both the younger versions of the leads and the adult ones is so damn perfect. The emotions are so raw and pure. Started watching it because it gave me the feels of just between lovers. And yes it didn’t disappoint me at all. Both the series are good in their own way. Love love love it. Go and watch it ppl ??Am in love with the Namnak couple. The villains of the show are also good and so are the other side characters. They will either make you love them or hate them. Which is something that’s good. Because that’s what makes them good actors. If we are not able to empathise then it’s bleh acting.

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This drama is a masterpiece! One of the best dramas of 2018 and I am not even kidding.
After finishing I cannot hug you, I came across this drama and I was really happy to start it. I didn't know anything about it, the title and the promotional photos have convinced me to watch at (and the fact that the last drama that I watched was like the opposite to this one)
Well, I have watched a few dramas in a year and I have to tell you, I haven't seen a drama like this one before. Not only that the storyline is really unique and mesmerizing, but the actors were really professional. In my opinion, the storyline of a drama can be amazing if the actors know nothing about acting, but this is seriously not the case. The chemistry between the main leads was amazing, the way the screenwriters have decided to tell the story is something I haven't seen in a long time. Not only that they showed us what happened before the big crime on Christmas night, but they made every characters story count. They didn't go over details and leave the viewers in the dark. They decided to answer all of our questions and this is one of the reasons I love this drama.
There wasn't a cliffhanger at the end of the final episode. There wasn't a sour ending. There was a sweet-happy-ending that I have been missing. When was the last time that a drama had a pleasing beautiful ending? A long long long time ago.
Anyway, my favorite thing about this drama was that they showed how Yoon Hee Jae was thinking. They showed us how a psychopath's thinking is. They showed us how the victims' families have survived. They have showed us a story which was close to reality.
This drama is not about a candy-cotton couple. This drama is about a real love story. A love that survived.
If you are looking for a really entertaining and mysterious drama, please watch Come and hug me. You're not going to regret it.

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