Let me start off by saying that I had no expectations for this show. None. I watched because of the actor and let me tell you. It blew me away. It has taken root inside my heart and has climbed the very high mountain of dramas I have watched to become my absolute favorite. The story although seemingly simple at first, really complicates itself in the best way- realistically shows the fallout of an affair on all accounts. An directing choice i was put off by but learned to absolutely love is that they take their times with each scene. nothing is rushed. They will play an entire song and let you feel the emotions. It's breathtaking.
What I love about the story itself though is the message it sends through it's morally broken heroine is that it is never too late. The focal point of the show is not the story, but the characters. Especially Oh Hye Won and Lee Sun Jae. The characters are soo real to me that I feel their pain and understand every decision they make. The acting is done so superbly that I believe they are in love when they play piano together. I can go on and on and on about how marvelous and unique and artistic this show is, and I do not want to forget to mention how the piano pieces highlighted in this show are so wonderfully showcased that people who are not fans of classical music will appreciate it. Watch it. WATCH IT. It is so much better than a lot of shows out there. Secret Love Affair is worth your time.

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I rarely write reviews, but I thought I had to for this show. This show is a gem among the dull repetitive, and as you are all aware, completely unrealistic k-dramas produced by the big companies. This show was roll on the floor funny, starkingly realistic about relationships and had the heart and grounded characters to draw you in. The actors were fabulous, and the couples endearing. The music was fantastic and I got a whole list of artist I must now absolutely follow. Take a chance and watch this show, its not for kids, and reflects true adult relationships, none of that fake innocence stuff ( I'm referring to the horrible kiss scenes in dramas that finally happen towards the end). Over all take a break from badly written rom coms and watch The Lover.

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This movie does not turn the way you think it will, definitely a nice surprise. The acting in the movie is top notch. Jo Boa really surprised me, I didn’t think she could act. Jang Huyk was the reason I watched and I’m glad I did- I could watch him all day! This isn’t the best role I’ve seen him in but it’s a great range he gets to show in this movie. If you’re a fan, you should watch. The twists in the movies will definitely keep you on your toes and the ending feels a bit weird- I wasn’t sure how to feel about it but overall it was succinct storytelling.

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