Drama Special Season 8: Let Us Meet (2017)

Short, Simple and Easy to Watch

Completed - 6/6/2022

A very short drama special about two individuals meeting at the Marriage making company. Within an hour and 5 minutes, this special is able to tell the love story of our leads from disliking each other, building a business relationship to friendship and then falling in love. The plot is simple but engaging and I don't feel like I am missing a step in their relationship. Chemistry between the leads is pretty good. There are some laugh-out-loud moments, which could be perceived as over-the-top.

"Let us Meet' also provides enough background information about the leads to give us an idea of the societal pressure of individuals living in that era. Women are opposed to arranged marriage with strangers during these 'modern' times. As Kyungsung (old name for Seoul) is changing, marriage is not necessarily about love but looking for the right conditions, such as money, status and education. With the Japanese occupation as a backdrop, this drama special also provided glimpses of what life was like for women. Do not expect a deep dive into these socio-economic issues as that's not "Let us Meet" is about, and besides, it's too short.

I would recommend this if you just want something short, simple and easy to watch.

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Actually, in terms of story, it is kinda unique and new. However, since it is somewhat related to history - which I am not aware of, it is kinda hard to follow on why some things happen. Nevertheless, both of the main actors and supporting actors really did a good job of portraying their characters. I do not have any 'eh?' moment while watching them act. They convey their emotions nicely. In fact, I am especially impressed by the main lead actor. Tbh, this is my first time watching him in a drama. He looks familiar but I dont see him in any other dramas - either I really did not see him or I did not pay close enough attention to him. He really impressed me with his acting in this drama, hope to see more of him in the future :D

In terms of the music, I love it. They combine both korean and western music. However, frankly speaking, I may be biased in terms of the music because they used one of Henry's song and I am Henry's fan :p

Although I do enjoy watching this drama, it is not superb enough to make me want to rewatch it again. It does not really have a long-lasting impact. I may forget this drama after few weeks.

I do recommend this drama to those who want to kill time; quite good for a one-hour drama :)

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Truthfully, I have watched better specials than "Let us meet". However, it was entertaining enough.

The love story was interesting, even though it was predictable. The ending, however, was original and tragic.

The performances were good overall. But, I do have to say that I've found the leading lady a bit too much and overacting sometimes. Still, she had chemistry with her love interest.

Finally, the drama presented the story nicely, with nice settings and costumes that feated the era when the story was taking place.

So, overall, six out of ten.

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