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Angel's Last Mission: Love korean drama review
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Angel's Last Mission: Love
2 people found this review helpful
by Appu
Sep 20, 2024
32 of 32 episodes seen
Completed
Overall 10
Story 10.0
Acting/Cast 10.0
Music 10.0
Rewatch Value 10.0

Angel's Last Mission: Love - A Heavenly Romance That'll Make Your Heart Soar!

First things first, can we talk about L (Kim Myung-soo)? Our boy from INFINITE is out here stealing hearts as Dan, this adorably mischievous angel who's got one last shot at earning his wings. His puppy-dog eyes and goofy smile had me melting from episode one. But don't let that fool you – when the drama hits, this guy can act. There were moments where I was laughing one second and ugly crying the next, all thanks to his performance.

And then we have Shin Hye-sun as Lee Yeon-seo, our prickly ballerina with a heart of gold (buried deep, deep under layers of sass and attitude). Y'all, this woman is FIERCE. Watching her journey from a bitter, isolated diva to someone who learns to open her heart again? Pure magic. Shin Hye-sun nails every nuance of this complex character, and I was living for it.

Now, let's address the elephant in the room – yes, it's another human-falls-in-love-with-supernatural-being story. But trust me, this isn't your run-of-the-mill fantasy romance. The way they weave in themes of faith, destiny, and the nature of love had me pondering the big questions of life. And don't even get me started on the ballet scenes! As someone with two left feet, watching Yeon-seo dance was like seeing actual magic happen on screen.

One thing that really got me was how the show balanced its lighter, comedic moments with some seriously heavy themes. We're talking loss, grief, betrayal – the works. There's this one episode , no!! all most every episodes (no spoilers, I promise) that had me sobbing so hard I had to pause .. It's that good, people.

And let me tell you, when I say I cried, I mean I CRIED. We're talking full-on ugly crying, complete with hiccuping sobs, puffy eyes, and a mountain of tissues. There were moments where I was so emotionally wrecked that I had to hit pause just to catch my breath. I'm pretty sure my neighbors thought I was going through a breakup or something. But you know what? Those tears were worth it. This show wrung every last drop of emotion out of me, and I loved every second of it.

Now, I'll be real with you – the plot does get a bit makjang (read: melodramatic) at times. There were moments where I was yelling at my screen, "Oh come on, that would never happen!" But you know what? I was having too much fun to care. This show had me hook, line, and sinker.

And let's not forget the visuals. From the stunning ballet performances to the ethereal scenes of the celestial realm, every frame is a feast for the eyes. I may or may not have screenshots of some scenes as my phone wallpaper now. Don't judge me!

So, if you're in the mood for a drama that'll make you laugh, cry (and I mean CRY), and believe in the magic of love (and maybe angels), give "Angel's Last Mission: Love" a whirl. It's like a warm hug for your soul, with a side of heavenly abs and pirouettes. Just make sure you're stocked up on tissues and have a good excuse ready for your puffy eyes the next day!
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