Synopsis/Plot
Or otherwise known in Korea as Babo (fool in Korean), the story takes place with the talented pianist Ji-Ho (Ha Ji Won) who returns home from Europe after she gets stage fright. When arriving in her home town, she is greeted by her childhood classmate, Sung-Ryong (Cha Tae-Hyon), who is mentally ill. While Ji Ho may have forgotten him, Sung-Ryong has always remembers and loved her. Along with Ji Ho, he also deeply cares for his sister Jee-In (who is completely ashamed of him; Park Ha-Seon) and Sang Soo (his best friend; Park Hee-Sun). As the story progresses, each of Sung-Ryong’s loved ones are approached with difficult situations where Sung-Ryong saves them in a surprising way.

Review: 4 out of 5
I’ve wanted to see this movie since it came out in Korean theaters back in February but didn’t get my hands on the DVD till last night.

I really enjoyed this movie mainly because of the innocent love that Sung-Ryong has for Ji-Ho. Also that fact that Cha Tae-Hyon (My Sassy Girl) is in it is a plus. The plot wasn’t that interesting to me at first (reminded me a lot of Miracle on 1st Street which Ha Ji Won was also in) and the story did progressed a bit slow; however, watching Sung-Ryong and Ji-Ho hang out made me go “aw” multiple times which made the movie worth finishing. Even though Ji-Ho will probably never love Sung-Ryong just as much as he loves her, their relationship was very heart-felt as “Sung-Ryong never lies”.

The one annoying aspect of the movie was how Jee-In, Sun-Ryong’s sister, was so unappreciative then again that’s part of the story. Regardless of her selfishness, he still loves her proving how pure and true his love is for his friends and family.

It’s definitely a chick flick but worth the watch if you love this feel good movies; however, if you’re a softie like me, you’ll be crying a lot throughout the movie.