Completed
Runu Shanta
1 people found this review helpful
Oct 27, 2022
Completed 0
Overall 8.5
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 8.0

90s love stories are really something..

Finally I watched this hyped movie too.My sister also recommended it, though I already knew the ending of it and getting all spoilers still started to watch it for 90s flavoured love story lyk twenty five twenty one ,still I can't get over from it.To be honest that drama serial has my whole heart.
Besides I really like kim yoo,she's so pretty and talented. She did really really well.
As expected I must say 90s love stories are really something that's simple,cute and pure. Maybe there'll be heartbroken but still full of love, joy and overloaded purity. ??
Was this review helpful to you?
Completed
dottie-wan-kenobi
1 people found this review helpful
Feb 18, 2023
Completed 0
Overall 8.5
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 10
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 7.0
This review may contain spoilers

made the mistake of not checking the tags

(Vague spoilers only)

This movie was great -- wonderfully acted, so beautiful, so funny, emotionally resonant, and just really heartfelt. However, I made the mistake of not checking the tags here on MDL; I just saw the movie on Netflix and thought it was going to be a cute romance. And it was, but it's also a tearjerker for sure and Netflix didn't warn me!! I don't even know the last time a movie made me cry this much. Not even just the ending, but other moments throughout, whenever Bora cried it was like I was crying too. Everything about Woonho's story made me cry, and I'm tearing up right now just thinking about it haha. Their actors were absolutely amazing, though I thought Yeondoo's and Hyunjin's actors did really well too. Bora's dad was a really fun addition and gave levity when it was needed.

Definitely worth watching but bring tissues.

Read More

Was this review helpful to you?
Completed
katrikna
1 people found this review helpful
Oct 28, 2022
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 8.5
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 8.0
This review may contain spoilers

Without answers!

I re-watched the last part searching for answers and there isn't any clue, or might i be blind? Does anyone know how or why Woon Ho died?
I mean how is it possible to not mention it. Bo Ra was dying to know about him but when Joseph talks to her, he doesn't say anything about it.
It was a very nice, smooth and sweet movie, but howwwwwwww or whyyyyyyyy? Another doubt, what was going on with Woon Ho's dad?
MMM would it be related to the 2ky change.... so he disappeared because of it? I'm delusional . HELP!
Was this review helpful to you?
Completed
loveablejongsuk
1 people found this review helpful
Oct 29, 2022
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 9.5
Acting/Cast 10
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 7.0

it was a great romcom ?

i LOVED the cut moments of the leads, like every scene has me blushing and crying. BUT i am devastated w the ending. LIKE WAS IT NESSECARY!??!I WAS BALLING MY EYES OUT. IT HAD POTENTIAL TO BE A THERAPY DRAMA BUT NOW I THINK IT MIGHT BE A REASON TO GO TO THERAPY I ACTUALLY CANT W THE WAY THE ML LOOKS AT THE FL IT MAKES ME WANT TO KMS AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
Was this review helpful to you?
Completed
Chantal_789
1 people found this review helpful
Jun 6, 2024
Completed 0
Overall 8.0
Story 7.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 6.0

A Heartwarming Journey Marred by an Unnecessary Ending

Honestly, I had no intention of watching this when it first came out. However, after seeing Byeon Woo Seok in "Lovely Runner," I couldn't resist his charm and decided to give it a go. This movie is a heartwarming coming-of-age romance, but inexplicably, the writer chose a sad ending. It felt unnecessary and out of sync with the film's overall tone and vibe.

Both Kim Yoo Jung and Byeon Woo Seok were perfect for their roles. Kim Yoo Jung's character is irresistibly lovable, embodying loyalty, charisma, and charm; she instantly wins your heart. Byeon Woo Seok’s character is equally captivating, portraying a loyal, observant, caring, and reliable friend. There is no doubt these two are perfect for each other. In contrast, their best friends are a bit more selfish, especially Roh Yoon Seo's character, but not in a negative way.

The movie will undoubtedly stir feelings of nostalgia, taking you back to your high school days. Who was your first boyfriend or girlfriend? Did you ever help your best friend approach their crush? And remember all that old technology, from pagers to VHS tapes? It's truly a walk down memory lane.

As mentioned earlier, the sad ending felt unnecessary. I don't understand why the writer chose this route. It doesn't make the movie more poetic or artistic; it only creates a sense of dissonance from the rest of the film's direction and tone. An avoidable disappointment.

Read More

Was this review helpful to you?
Completed
ZyKuu
1 people found this review helpful
Jul 28, 2024
Completed 0
Overall 9.0
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 9.0
Music 6.0
Rewatch Value 5.0

20th Century Girl Review - ZyKuu

This one cut deep into the heart. A must recommend for anyone who loves romance and sad endings. This film is the definition of K-Trauma. The two main leads Bo-ra and Woon-ho were a perfect pairing and their chemistry was incredible. There were a couple intense scenes between Bo-ra and Woon-ho that lead to me being very emotional. One scene in particular was so saddening that I began crying, and this was due to the reason that every single aspect of this scene was perfectly orchestrated. In addition, the performances by both actors during these climatic moments were heartfelt and as a viewer made you feel empathetic towards them. The choice of OST was precise as I felt that the music played behind each scene heavily emphasized the magnitude of each moment, especially during the most saddening scenes. Overall this was a phenomenal film that will forever hold a special place in my heart.

Read More

Was this review helpful to you?
Completed
nisha
1 people found this review helpful
Jan 10, 2023
Completed 0
Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10

firstly I think that I would be a Happy ending but.......

no it is not the ending make me cry out so loud even I when I completed this movie I was kept thinking that the producer's will bring him back 8n another season I want the another season with happy ending but i still crying ??✨ I want them together forever'best best movi saw ..........................
.............................
........
.............. ..........................
.............................
........
.............. ..........................
.............................
........
.............. ..........................
.............................
........
.............. ..........................
.............................
........
.............. ..........................
.............................
........
.............. ..........................
.............................
........
..............

Read More

Was this review helpful to you?
Completed
fullsun_ncit
1 people found this review helpful
Nov 1, 2022
Completed 0
Overall 9.5
Story 9.5
Acting/Cast 10
Music 9.0
Rewatch Value 9.0
This review may contain spoilers

LOVED THIS MOVIE

The storyline was so beautiful. The movie had me squealing and gushing and smiling all throughout. At moments I would just yell out, " KISS ALREADY! GET MARRIED ONG" I absolutely loved this movie. So why not give it a 10? Because the ending just didn't go how I wanted. It seriously had me crying my eyes out. ( Still am because I just finished the movie like 10 minutes ago). WRITERNIM GIVE US AN ALTERNATE ENDING PLS ??
But besides that, I loved the cast! They were perfect for this movie. Their acting was just mwahhh chefs kiss. And The main cast was just so attractive, my jaw dropped. And I coulda swore I saw Kim Gong Myung lolll. Anyways to all who want to watch, I HIGHLY recommend it(●'◡'●)?

Read More

Was this review helpful to you?
Completed
Qyu
1 people found this review helpful
Nov 4, 2022
Completed 0
Overall 8.5
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 2.5

I. AM. TRAUMATIZED.

I have one thing to say and one thing only: watch at your own risk because trust me the river of tears that will flow out of your eyes will be inexplicable.
...okay so I just realized that my review has to be longer than 500 words so let me actually give you a constructive opinion on this without spoiling anything.
This was definitely a 'journey' type of movie where you feel like you are a part of the character's life as you watch them grow and learn and become the best version of themselves possible. It will pull at you heartstrings and do you dirty in the most unimaginable ways possible. But it's definitely wrong for me to hate on this movie just because it made me cry a little (a lot) which is why I am only going to appreciate the happy movements and convince myself that there was nothing that made me cry (*lies*) but I guess we move. As my mother always says, "it's just a fictional character" (that made me cry a gallon of tears, yes)

Anyways, to whoever has already watched this movie and is currently reading this review as a response to withdrawal symptoms: stay strong<3

Read More

Was this review helpful to you?
Completed
xvenusian
1 people found this review helpful
Dec 7, 2022
Completed 0
Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10

Waaaaaah, watch it!

Waaaaaah, watch it! it's so cute! Incredibly cute. I love all the actors, especially the female lead. She was great in Backstreet Rookie too. The story is so great for a short movie compared to longer kdramas.
================================================================================================================================================================================================================================================================================================================================================
Was this review helpful to you?
Completed
monica cappetta
1 people found this review helpful
Oct 23, 2022
Completed 0
Overall 10
Story 10
Acting/Cast 10
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10
This review may contain spoilers

A must watch movie

It has been a long time since a movie has touched me so much. A story of young, innocent beautiful friendship and first love.
The actors all did a beautiful job and the main leads were perfect for their roles. I have tears streaming down my face as I write this.
It has a bittersweet ending and of course, it would have been wonderful if it would have turned out differently. I love happy endings. But as I reflect on the storyline, I find that I feel fulfilled with the joy, though short, it gave.
Was this review helpful to you?
Completed
hardpliers
1 people found this review helpful
Feb 19, 2023
Completed 0
Overall 10
Story 9.5
Acting/Cast 9.5
Music 10
Rewatch Value 10
You know what? This is a complete tearjerker in the end but I'm here for it. This story is a cute 2h movie about nostalgia in the 90s, young high school love and friendships. It's a recipe for a good movie night, especially when you're caught up with work daily and you just want to watch something light, cute and aesthetic. Light, however, it very much was for like half of the movie. I felt that the characters had really good development and had a lot of chemistry altogether. The director chose a difficult route of giving us this ending, but I guess it still leaves the watchers satisfied. No doubt did this movie leave a big trace in me, and will most likely keep me dwelling. Would definitely watch this again because it was absolutely beautiful!

Read More

Was this review helpful to you?
20th Century Girl (2022) poster

Details

Statistics

  • Score: 8.6 (scored by 39,626 users)
  • Ranked: #382
  • Popularity: #187
  • Watchers: 57,962

Top Contributors

42 edits
21 edits
15 edits
9 edits

Popular Lists

Related lists from users
Causes Ugly Crying /Heartbreaking
343 titles 560 loves 40
Most Romantic kdrama ever made.
180 titles 1810 voters 140 loves 44

Recently Watched By