Having closed himself away from the world, former boxer Chul Min (So Ji Sub) starts a new job as a parking lot attendant. One night, a visually impaired young woman, Jung Hwa (Han Hyo Ju), walks into his tollbooth to watch television with him. Jung Hwa's bright spirit and smile in the face of adversity reach through to Chul Min's heart and shine a ray of hope into both their lives, but their love and happiness may be short-lived.

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• Feb 4, 2012 1 of 0 episodes seen

  Jeaniessi
  28 of 28 people found this review helpful
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  • Overall  8
  • Story  8
  • Acting/Cast  10
  • Music  9
  • Rewatch Value  7

  Finally! I watched Only You with high expectations and mostly...I wasn't disappointed.
  
  The acting and chemistry between So Ji Sub and Han Hye Joo are what make this movie great. It's no secret I am a huge fan of So Ji Sub and I am very glad to see him do such a great job as Cheol Min ~ a man with a violent past who is struggling to rise above, better himself and repent the mistakes of his past. But I couldn't give this movie a higher score than 8.
  
  Only You actually has a really great story set up: The rough, bad boy boxer unexpectedly meets a spunky, upbeat, innocent and mostly blind girl and they fall madly in love. Angst ensues when he tries to raise the money for an operation for her sight. I was thrilled watching the development of their romance. The way this movie played out would have gotten a higher score from me if they wouldn't have added the recycled element of connecting fates. The totally over used plot device of fate tying two lovers together is what drops the overall score for me. Time and again I see this scenario used in Korean movies and dramas and it gets old.
  
  But the scenes between the lovers are filled with sweetness, sizzling chemistry, humor and heart. So Ji Sub is an extremely emotive actor who portrays every emotion in his eyes, expression and body language. He's just plain good. Call me a fan girl if you will but the man is talented. Han Hye Joo is also a favorite. I really liked her in Postman to Heaven and even more in Only You. She's one to watch for I think. I'd really like to see her in a drama again.
  
  All the technical elements are there. Gritty, harsh lighting and gloomy settings and set design are used for his world and warmer light and more lovely settings are used for her world. When they are together everything is brighter. A nice touch by the cinematographer.
  
  The music was very nice. Memorable in the opening sequence, in the love theme and the closing credits. I gave it a 9.
  
  The re-watch value I give a 7 because in my case, the strength of my liking for the lead actor will have me watching this again. Others may feel differently.
  
  Only you is a typical love story: touching, filled with angst but also includes a lot of light moments as well. I recommend it highly for all of us romantics out there. read more

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• Mar 5, 2012 1 of 0 episodes seen

  Starlitelet
  17 of 19 people found this review helpful
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  • Overall  7
  • Story  7
  • Acting/Cast  9
  • Music  7
  • Rewatch Value  8

  My Mini Back-Story:
  
  It was late and I was bored, so I didn't have time for a new drama. Hence, I went ahead and looked for a movie in my "to watch" list. Ta-dah!
  
  Storyline:
  
  The storyline is in no way original. I've seen this happen in several melodramas before. It felt like a deja vu. Nonetheless, it was heartfelt and touching overall.
  
  So if you're ever in a mood for another melodrama-I've-seen-it-before with good acting, then here is what Only You has to offer...
  
  a) Looking for cute couple or nice feel romance? Here is the right place! I thought our OTP worked really well together. I've long overused the phrase "they complement each other". Though, it's true! That phrase applies here too. I also loved our two leads' complexity, but I wish they delved more into their dark pasts.
  
  b) Sports/Fights. Want to see some MMA? Check this out. There are quite some worthy cringing gory scenes.
  
  c) Willpower. I love how Han Hyo Joo's character, Jeong Hwa, is always so optimistic/cheery despite her circumstances. It was inspiring. Han Hyo Joo always lights up my mood.
  
  d) Good pacing. I didn't find that it was too slow at any point. I wouldn't say perfect pacing either, but it never bored me.
  
  e) Funny moments. Not laugh out loud moments, but I did chuckle a few times at the beginning from our OTP interactions.
  
  If you're an avid drama watcher like me, then you've probably seen this storyline from somewhere before. Though, it's not done badly. It just wasn't something that blew me away.
  
  Acting/Cast:
  
  Great acting from Han Hyo Joo and So Ji Sub. Actually, the movie's strongest point goes to the acting.
  
  This is the first time seeing Jyo Hoo in a movie and she gave a good impression like always. Though, I hope she won't stop acting in tv series.
  
  She acted really well as a blind person. The way she looked at Ji Sub's character, Cheol Min, was really expressive. The same applies for Ji Sub. The way he marveled at her makes me believe that he truly loves her. They're both very expressive actors.
  
  Though, the acting wasn't phenomenal. I've seen them act better in previous projects. Not to say that they didn't excel here, but it wasn't anything new.
  
  I wish they delved more into the main characters' minds. I felt like I never understood them inside-out. I still had some lingering questions at the end about our main characters.
  
  Music:
  
  The songs were pleasing to my ears/heart while watching the movie. I especially liked the instrumental ones playing during the scenes where Cheol Min was boxing.
  
  Truthfully, I don't remember much about the songs as soon as the movie ended.
  
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  Puppy/Dog!!!
  
  Overall:
  
  Nothing jaw-dropping or mind-blowing.
  
  If you want something simple/slightly tearjerking/enjoyable then watch this. Other than that it's not a must-watch. If you're a fan of Han Hyo Joo (like me!) or So Ji Sub then this movie will definitely not disappoint you.
  
  
  Overall rating for review: 7/10
  
  Purely for entertainment: 8.5/10
  
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