Drama Review: Ocean Likes Me

8

Rating

★★★

Episodes

8

Drama Digest

What happens when two varying personalities come together to follow a dream? This is the story of the series Ocean Likes Me.

Han Ba Da, a young entrepreneur has a vision to open an Udon restaurant near the oceanside. But owing to his nature, he finds it hard to serve the customers. His business is failing as he is struggling to attract customers.

Tommy, a quirky spirit and a failed musician returns to his hometown, which is the oceanside.

One night, the two individuals meet and they work together to revive the restaurant. In the process, their friendship turns into a relationship and it becomes a healing love story between two souls.

The Feel-Good Part

The story is completely devoid of homophobia and the focus is on a cute, love story.

The Disappointing Factor

The chemistry between the two leads is average, the script is a bit weak and the ending is bizarre. The two actors show potential but are let down by the direction and script.

In-Depth Analysis

Opposites attract is an oft repeated phrase and same is true in the series. Two individuals with varying personalities, come together to follow and fulfil a dream.

In this case, the main lead opens an Udon restaurant near the ocean side but fails to bring in the customers owing to his personality. As he is struggling, a free-spirited person enters his life to not just help him with the restaurant but also changes his life.

It is a cute love story between two people who are as different as chalk and cheese but yet fall in love. Amidst, this, the ocean plays a critical role.

Star Power

The star cast is led by Holland and Han Gi Chan. In fact, Holland is the first openly gay actor in Korean cinema.

Overall Opinion

If you are a BL fan, then this short series is a one-time watch.