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The Village Barber korean drama review
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The Village Barber
10 people found this review helpful
by Kate Finger Heart Award2 Flower Award1
Apr 26, 2026
10 of 10 episodes seen
Completed 6
Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 9.0

A gentle escape where kindness takes the lead.

Beautifully humane, focusing on different generations, their daily lives, struggles and happy moments. And what I loved the most was: it did not have a "main character".

This is what I feared a little bit when I started watching it - will Park Bo Gum overshadow other cast members and the core of the show itself - the villagers? I’m happy to confirm he did not and the production team did not try to put him in the center of every moment. It was a team journey and it felt like it. Park Bo Gum at times feels like the synonym to “kindness” so can other people keep up with his perfect image? Yes, they can, with their own charms and good qualities (also, Park Bo Gum is unreal and we don’t deserve him).

I started it for the cast, but kept watching for all the villagers. The way I truly feel like I know them, how it felt like I was getting my own weekly dose of healing after a stressful work. It was a great reminder that it’s okay to slow down, take a moment to yourself, to appreciate small moments. I also love the bond that was made between the actors and the guests of Bogum Magic Curl. The unique charm small towns possess: the feeling of unity, kindness, warmth and support.

On one hand I want to write detailed thoughts about all the customers and at the same time I want to say as little as possible, because experiencing it as you watch is the correct way to go. They are all subtle and small moments that had a great impact on both the cast and me as a viewer. Living in our chaotic times this show is the healing we all need.

Overall, what a treat. The only reason I am not giving it a full 10 is I kind of wish we had more, but shorter episodes and more celebrity guests - they always brought a new and fun dynamic to the Bogum Magic Curl. Still, I can pass more celebs, but more episodes would be great. Reality is what it is - I know all these actors cannot spent more time in production of one variety show like that.
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