While overall it contains the Kdrama trait of being almost overdramatic and surreal, the message it contains is so vibrantly felt. It's about family, in a way that Reply 1988 has but in a completely different way. It shows the pain of families, the role of a family member, and the want of success for your child. Besides Lee Tae-ran, the cast excels. Each stare, syllable is perfectly framed to feel the complex emotion of that character. Especially in those emotional moments, it's amazing how well they acted.