Grab Your Tissues
I had no expectations going into this drama. I vaguely read the synopsis and just gave it a go. Boy, was I invested! This drama moved me so hard. I found it unwatchable at times because my heart felt full. Don't get me wrong, it's not a heartbreaking story. It's a story about mourning and growing. The realistic depiction of Asperger's syndrome, showing us the problems and complexities of such a person is commendable. There is so much to learn from this drama and I think it will always remain a beautiful memory. I am so glad I watched this masterpiece.¿Te ha parecido útil esta reseña?
Move to Heaven beautified this death. Although we come without anything and also leave without anything but each human creates a web of relationships, complex emotions, needs, wants, expression of tastes, longing for a smooth and better life; however, it might cut short. We have stories to tell which are left untold, we have grievances to share which are left grieved upon, we have love to express which are left unexpressed, and we have multifarious wishes to fulfil which are left unfulfilled. All humans are unsung heroes of their own life or someone’s life. The depiction is truly heart rendering. Portrayal of every death was truly magnificent.
We live as if we are immortal beings. Different sorts of love, respect, dignity, sympathy, empathy, ugly human greed, societal issues made its place in this drama from humanistic point of view. Every interaction every words we speak every gesture we make has meaning(s) though often times we try to hide our genuine emotions underneath our superficial façade. The drama basically highlighted all these factors from philosophical perspective. How the living perceive the death and how the end of a person is just his/her mortality and physicality that expires only. Nonetheless, either good or bad, they keep on living as enriched memories of some other people.
Impressive was also the direction, cinematography, editing and some specific camera angle managed to retain the true aesthetics of the story. Individual stories were solid and sufficiently shown without making them too overdramatic or too draggy.
Tang Jun Sang, this child actor stole my heart away with his untainted innocent acting. His talent is boundless. Such adorable young fellow has a really bright future ahead. All the ensemble made their characters believable by putting their heart and soul into displaying a natural acting. They all did exceptionally well.
Cried buckets and learned many things. No one should refrain oneself from watching this gem. Indulge yourself in this short journey, you would not regret.
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ITS SO GOOD WTF
(first time writing a review on here lol, sorry if it's messy)This drama is BY FAR one of the best ones that I've seen. Usually I don't expect much from these short dramas, but DAMN. From the start, I just KNEW this was gonna become one of my top dramas.
(idk where to start but uhh)
First off, Geu-ru was great and finally, we have an autistic character that isn't just some big maths/science nerd (I mean, unless you consider fish as marine biology but what I'm trying to say is that he's not like some of the other neurodivergent rep in kdramas *COUGH* Nam Dosan *COUGH*) and as an autistic person myself it was really nice to see some positive autistic rep. Only minor complaint I have is that Asperger's isn't a term used anymore (plus Hans Asperger was a right ol dickhead) so I wish they just said that Geu-ru was autistic instead. But then again, Asperger's only stopped being a medical term in 2013, and Geu-ru got diagnosed before then (also, I don't really expect Jeong-u to know about this since he's not a doctor or anything). Tang Jun-sang really did a good job at portraying Geu-ru tbh (I still associate him with Geum Eun-dong from CLOY, but that's just my CLOY-loving arse innit. Geu-ru was still great tho).
Then there's Sang-gu who I think had the best character development in this drama. Honestly, the first time I saw him I was incredibly pissed at that ugly ableist piece of shite ("wHy sHoUlD i CaRe fOr JeOnG-u's HaNdIcApPeD sOn?" GOD SHUT THE FUCK UP) but I'm glad that he redeemed himself and became a nice guardian to Geu-ru. Aside from that, after hearing about his past trauma and what happened with Su-cheol, I've grown to feel sorry for him and tbh, I ended up hating that ugly ass Madam instead. I'm still pissed at her for basically forcing Sang-gu to fight Su-cheol, he clearly didn't want to do it and how Su-cheol inevitably died because of him?? Fuck Madam, all my homies hate Madam.
Ok right, enough waffling about the characters. Now about the actual plot of the drama itself. Tbh the entire storyline was sad yet beautiful, but there is just ONE part that I am particularly salty about (which I will now complain about here). I have put a spoiler warning, but in case you didn't pay attention to that, here's your reminder to go watch Move to Heaven before continuing this (I mean there's already enough spoilers up until this point but just watch it pls).
IAN AND SOOHYUN DESERVED SO MUCH BETTER!! Their love story is the only reason why I'm giving the plot 9/10 instead of 10/10. And I'm still mad at the fact that Soohyun died (yes I get that the whole point of this show is to clean out dead people's rooms and that if he didn't die then he wouldn't be in drama, but still. I JUST LOVE HIM OK). All I want is for him and Ian to be able to live happily together (tbh I still want a plot twist where Soohyun isn't actually dead and gets to live happily ever after with Ian. Season 2 pls?). Seriously, what is it with me and falling for second lead couples with tragic endings? Soohyun's parents were right ol cunts as well. I mean, think about it. If they never forced him to get married in Korea, Soohyun would probably be living happily with Ian in San Francisco right now. But seriously, being homophobic is one thing, but burning love letters from your dead son? Honestly I'm so glad that Geu-ru has an amazing memory, or otherwise that letter would've been lost forever and Ian would've never seen it (or known what Soohyun wanted to say to him). (if any fic writers are reading this rn, PLS GIVE IAN AND SOOHYUN THE HAPPY ENDING THEY DESERVE!! Since I know they'll never get their own drama).
Thank you to anyone who has read this piece of pure waffle (honestly I'm gonna be surprised if anyone has made it to this point) but anyways, in conclusion Move to Heaven is going on the Elite 2021 Dramas List and they better be making a Season 2 soon (yea I get that S2 is unlikely, but I would at least like to know what happens to Cha Eunbyeol)
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Best Korean Drama of 2021 (So Far)
One of the best Korean drama I've ever watched. Elegant writing, directing, editing, casting, and acting with all beautiful stories told, characters, and visual ever served.There is no single episode where I didn't cry, I love all of the deceased background stories and the acting of the three main leads are remarkable. Such marvelous storytelling and spot on music bgm just blend so well to the overall plot. Wonderfully done in such a heart touching way.
A special shoutout to Tang Jun Sang, Lee Jee Hoon, and Hong Seung Hee for brilliantly potraying the character, clearly become one of my favorite characters in Korean drama.
The whole plot, idea, and concept are very fresh. Definitely will make you so attached with all the stories and characters, definitely will make you hardly able to get over this for weeks, and definitely worth watching.
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Mourning
As a person that lost her father less than 3 months ago and has been struggling ever since, I am deeply grateful with this series and everyone who was involved in the making.I've just learnt so much about this process and have been able to think about my own situation with a different point of view. I feel calm and with peace at this moment.
What did I always say to you?
Although you can't see someone... it doesn't mean they're not with me.
As long as you remember... they are not gone.
That's right.
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A Meaningful Story About Todays Society
To be honest I wasn't expecting a lot from this drama. I just clicked on it without thinking that much. I never thought I would cry this much (so much that my estranged mother was so concerned) and laugh to my heart's content. A beautifully well put together plot along with amazing casts. Each and everyone fulfilled their role and left a mark in my fragile heart. Please don't hesitate to give it a try. It maybe seem strange by just skimming around the edges but this drama is truly the concept of Do Not Judge A Book By It's Cover.Dear Reader Happy Watching. Xoxo
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Refreshing and unique storyline
Although it did not invoke as many emotions and tears in me as many other viewers, it is seriously a gem of a show. Most episodes just made me angry at how terribly selfish society can be. But they always brought it back to wholesomeness in the end. Everything from the portrayal of Aspergers to the dedication and respect they have towards the dead and their belongings is flawless. Very likeable, realistic characters.P.S.
+0.5 star for Episode 5 - the one that affected me the most and genuinely made me super emotional. Well done scriptwriter!
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This is drama for generation. It needs to be notice, it deserved to be talked abouts, and discussed.
Aesthetically on high-level, questioning the most important points of human life and importance of verbal, mental, physical, social, emotional development and the inability of developing them all on the same level. There are so many factors that influence one's development.The concept of the drama and the backstory were brilliant. A touching sad, heartwarming and brilliant drama all along. This drama challenges lots of things that we wrongfully take for granted in today's society.
High quality acting. Tang Jun Sang gives one of the best performance ever perfomed by a Korean actors. Supported by amazing Lee Je Hoon and Ji Jin Hee and there isn't one single actor in this drama who didn't do their job to absolute perfection which make this drama on it's another level.
Watch this one! It shoves a fist in the face of convention and mainstream society. Great drama that argues its point with elegance and entertainment.
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A yellow box full of a person's treasured belongings ...
What if you were able to distill a person's essence down to the treasured items, one could fit into a single yellow box? What messages would they share?These are the questions that Move to Heaven poses. Over the drama's ten episodes, it is able to weave a beautiful story that looks to honor the lives of the dead. Throughout its run, I admired how the drama didn't shy away from broaching weighty and sometimes controversial topics whether it was neurodivergence, domestic violence, double suicide, unnaturalized citizenship, and adoption. This drama is strikingly executed and beautifully acted. Move to Heaven was deeply moving and pulled at my heartstrings. Probably not a great drama for the faint of heart. This was one of the best dramas so far this year!
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A life-changing tale that lingers long after you've finished it
I don't think I spent a lot of time reading reviews/comments or even the synopsis on MDL before I began watching this. I saw the preview on Netflix and immediately dived into it. I don't remember the last time I took such a brilliant decision. What began as a curiousity induced weekend watch turned into a series of life altering lessons.I knew the premise of this show, I knew that there would be loss, grief, the aftermath of a life lost, I'd also hoped for a lot of healing. What I'd never imagined was such a beautiful amalgamation of all in a manner that would speak to my soul. I've never seen or heard of this sort of a plot, which centers around trauma cleaners ( I could have missed them, though, I'll surely look this up ) and this made my experience of watching this unprecedented. It made me question the way we live, and what we leave behind. I spent a good amount of time last night thinking what would my yellow moving box hold? What about my loved ones? It was a jarring night to say the least. This story, has moved me and definitely brought a change in the way I look at the world around me.
The people I was introduced to in this show might be fictional but each one of them taught me so much. Each scene/client the team of Move To Heaven visited taught me so much. Recalling the moments brings warmth to my heart and a smile to my face. Even if some of the stories were heartbreaking, each left a clear picture which emphasized the importance of compassion and love that is shared between people.
I'm truly grateful to all the actors for their incredible work, the writer(s), the production team - everyone involved in making this gem. The characters, the stories, the lessons are all going to stay with me for life. And I don't say that lightly at all. The little details, the little things that go unnoticed, the little moments - the show highlights the importance of all that and so much more in an exquisite way. I urge you, dear reader, to watch this, with your families, friends, loved ones, or just by yourself too - but do watch it. It was an epiphanic experience.
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A cinematic masterpiece
This drama is just a masterpiece! It has really good & high quality acting, casting, cinematography, plot, flow, producing, etc. Especially I like the drama's cinematography which suits the scenes and portrays the emotions so well.From the first episode on I got really hooked and got really deep into this drama which I loved (I didn't have to think of anything else than the drama I was watching). I watched this almost in one sitting and didn't get bored in any moment when watching it which is pretty rare for me (I'm a person who usually gets bored in seconds). It was a bit too sad tho (cried like 9/10 episodes which is totally my record) and I had to get some tissues between some scenes because my nose was running a bit too much XD I'm not complaining about the sadness tho because I really like watching dramas that brings emotions to me!
Really random fact but this drama got me into classical music and nowadays I listen to classical music really often. I especially listen to classical when I really need to concentrate on something like when I'm writing my school essays which is pretty similar to how Han Geu-ru uses classical music too because he listens to it when he's working which usually requires lots of concentration.
This and Strangers from hell are the only dramas that I have given a full TEN as the rating and I have watched about 200-300 dramas in total so that should say a lot how good this really was.
The only complain I would give this drama is that it's a bit too short because I would want to see way more of this ;(( Hopefully we will get a second season someday :D
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Series for solace
Hearing that this drama made lots of viewers cry and me not really into emotional dramas made me thought that I would never be able to watch it. Luckily, I got bored which made me watch it. It is one of the best dramas I have ever watched! A gem!The drama itself was very unique. I just enjoyed the story and watched earnestly. From the actors, the subplot and the main plot, the production, overall was splendid! It also had humor making the drama quite balanced: having me feel a roller coaster of emotions.
With their wish to remind people to look around and view the world with care (to care for one another), they also reminded me to be good with my loved ones and to keep them in touch.
If you want to have some insights or if you want to be emotional then I highly suggest this one.
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