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Ji Seok and Do Jin meet Hyeon Woo during a high school judo competition in Seoul, where Hyeon Woo wins through reckless fighting and ends up injured, sparking Ji Seok and Do Jin’s curiosity. They later reconnect when Do Jin, a judo champion from a family of medalists, faces bullying from seniors at school, and Hyeon Woo helps him, leading to a close friendship. As Ji Seok falls in love with Hyeon Woo, Do Jin, who is also in love with him, confesses but is rejected, with Hyeon Woo wishing for Do Jin's Olympic victory. Six years later, after Do Jin becomes a gold medalist, the three reunite in college, struggling with their relationship. (Source: MyDramaList) Edit Translation

  • English
  • Русский
  • Español
  • Français
  • Country: South Korea
  • Type: Drama
  • Episodes: 5
  • Aired: Mar 15, 2022 - Mar 29, 2022
  • Aired On: Tuesday, Thursday
  • Original Network: Viki
  • Duration: 10 min.
  • Score: 5.7 (scored by 3,169 users)
  • Ranked: #11063
  • Popularity: #2010
  • Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

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Completed
Blue
28 people found this review helpful
Mar 29, 2022
5 of 5 episodes seen
Completed 3
Overall 6.5
Story 6.5
Acting/Cast 7.5
Music 7.5
Rewatch Value 5.0

Works against its time limitations

"Blue of Winter" has plenty of potential and indie charm, but what it didn't have was enough time. Unfortunately, its screenwriting makes this as obvious as possible. Instead of using a smaller fraction of the source material and fleshing it out, it seems the screenwriter attempted to squeeze in too many events for its short duration. This makes the progression of the story rushed and difficult to follow.

While it doesn't completely make up for the underdeveloped story, I did enjoy the atmosphere of the drama. Its camera framing, editing, and moody instrumentals give it a pleasantly nostalgic feel. And I must say the actors did well for their debut. Actor, In Gi stands out among the cast as the role of "Ji Seok" required more versatility. He was able to deliver both the confident charisma and sincerity of the character.

It's not the most memorable thing you'll watch but if you're a BL/LGBTQ drama enthusiast, go for it. As a warning, it does end on a cliffhanger and a continuation is not guaranteed at the time that I’m writing this.

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Completed
ManiicPunk
27 people found this review helpful
Mar 29, 2022
5 of 5 episodes seen
Completed 0
Overall 4.0
Story 3.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 5.0
Rewatch Value 1.0
I had no idea what was going on. I knew their was a love triangle but I didn't know who the couple was and who was the 3rd until the very last episode.

There was no development at all and then there was a 6 year time jump.

You can tell that it's an indie/amateur production needless to say the production and filming was up to K standard, beautifully filmed. The acting itself was professional and believable.

To be honest I wouldn't waste your time watching it even if it will take you 30 mins to watch all 5 eps.
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Details

  • Drama: Blue of Winter
  • Country: South Korea
  • Episodes: 5
  • Aired: Mar 15, 2022 - Mar 29, 2022
  • Aired On: Tuesday, Thursday
  • Original Network: Viki
  • Duration: 10 min.
  • Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

Statistics

  • Score: 5.7 (scored by 3,169 users)
  • Ranked: #11063
  • Popularity: #2010
  • Watchers: 8,779

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