This was my first time watching any work of his and I was pleasantly surprised. The acting was done really well on Lee Je Hoon's part. It was unpredictable, but by doing that they lost a few people (and provoked lots of fan theories), but I promise if you stick with it, everything will build up to a satisfying end. It did build up suspense and intrigue, as you had no idea what would happen. Most of the show is actually foreshadowing, and finally in the last few episodes are the viewers exposed to what actually happened. What this drama did well was weave the past, the present, and the future in which he traveled to into a clear and coherent storyline. And where else can you see the leads get married by the third episode? The first half of the drama was quite light, mostly centered on their romance while the second half had lots of angst and suspense. The story was quite new in the KDrama world, which I appreciated. Everything was purposeful, and you can tell as the story progresses. That said, the middle did drag a little bit, but not to the point where I lost interest. There were some scenes towards the end where that raw desperation was conveyed so well that it elicited a lot of emotions from me (aka I couldn't handle the feels). The color scheme was muted, the OST fit the mood, and the pacing was quite slow which melodramas seem to be known for. Rewatch Value 7.5 Firstly, we need to address first is that this is a melodrama, and in that sense the drama was done perfectly. I hope people out there decide to watch it or at least give it a try. It's a great (re)watch and always gave me something to look forward to on the weekends. Understandable given the context of the drama, but I still really enjoyed them. The music was composed of more emotional slow songs and ballads. The couples in the drama had electrifying chemistry with each other, and even the whole group as friends really had a natural feel to it. I also love how it didn't shy away from kisses and love scenes (though still very demure). The actors did a great job in their respective roles, and were really effective in conveying deep emotions in dramatic scenes, as well as comedy in those lighthearted moments. The changes in the characters were gradual and reflective of what they were going through in the story. The characters developed beautifully and I felt that as an audience member, I really got to know them and accept them for all their strengths and weaknesses. Overall, I felt that the story had the appropriate pace and unfolded in accordance with it's vision and purpose. The drama also tackles issues like love and marriage, corporate greed and crime, family relationships, friendship and frenemies, and life's regret. In the end, it is a great reminder to be present, enjoy life's ups and downs, and to always be grateful, and all those other feel good life lessons. The drama embraces the fact that some people tend to make the same kind of choices or refuse to change, but the characters and the plot adapt and keep the story rolling. There will be moments of frustration and annoyance that despite knowing the future, things still go a certain way, but it doesn't bog down the drama. It deals with the subject of fate and destiny, and how sometimes there are things that are inevitable. The plot of the drama is very meaningful and emotional. It does have a more serious and melancholic vibe, although there are many comical and lighthearted moments sprinkled into each episode. I think this quality of the drama pairs well with the fact that the drama circles around the concept of living in the moment, enjoying life for what is, and reveling in the little things. This was not an issue for me, nor did it make the drama boring at all. It is not an action packed, quick paced drama. Rewatch Value 9.0 Let's get the elephant in the room out of the way - Tomorrow With You is a slow burner.
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