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Drama Review

Dal-Ja's Spring [달자의 봄]

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Pronounced:
dal-ja-eh-bom
Starring:
Chae Rim (Oh Dal-Ja), Lee Min-Ki (Kang Tae-Bong), Lee Hyeon-Woo (Eom Gi-Joong), Lee Hye-Yeong (Wi Seon-Ju), Kong Hyeong-Jin (Shin Se-Do)
Directed by:
Lee Jae-Sang ('Snow White', 'Wedding Dress', 'School 3')
Produced by:
Lee Deok-Geon
Written by:
Kang Eun-Kyeong ('Good Person', 'Hotelier', 'Oh! Must Win Bong Soon-Yeong', 'Hello God')
Dates Airing:
January 03, 2007 - March 15, 2007
Time Airing:
Wed/Thur 9:55 PM (Seoul Time)
Episodes:
22
Genre:
Romantic Comedy
Official Website:

Synopsis

Oh Dal-Ja (Chae-Rim) is about to turn 33 and despite her success as managing director at a home-shopping channel, she is inexperienced with men and love, and holds a secret crush on a coworker, the flirtatious Shin Se-Do (Kong Hyeong-Jin). When Se-Do notices her one day, Dal-Ja believes she has fallen in a dreamy love affair, but ends up being hurt by him. Dal-Ja meets the 26-year-old Kang Tae-Bong (Lee Min-Ki), who freelances as a fake boyfriend to women who are in need of such services, and hires him to seek revenge. However, she soon encounters difficult situations with both men, and as if that is not enough to stress out this love novice, a new man enters her life. Just as Eom Ki-Joong (Lee Hyeon-Woo) starts to feel like the real prince from her fantasy, Dal-Ja is challenged by more outrageous events that force her filter out what she wants, something that has always been bewildering for her. Meanwhile, as Dal-Ja tries to find love in her personal life, things are starting to suffer at work, especially once she faces off with show host Wi Seon-Ju (Lee Hye-Yeong), who comes off as a prima donna.


Review

The drama offers solid performances, a witty and comical script, and colorful animated interludes that help deliver great entertaiment for the viewers. I was especially impressed by Chae-Rim's (All About Eve; On the Green Praire) portrayal of Dal-Ja, but the rest of the cast members were also very convincing in their respective roles. In addition, each episode comes with a monologue from Dal-Ja that really makes you think about what it means to be a woman looking for love, and how love changes oneself. The earlier episodes also offer parodies on other famous dramas and films, which I thought were funny at first, but after about 3 or so, the parodies sort of got in the way. Thankfully they got rid of them in the later episodes. The drama is highly recommended, especially for female audiences, and most viewers will not only have some great laughs, they may also find the drama empowering and heart-warming. It's not a simple Cinderella story, but the plot is clear enough that you can sit back and enjoy.

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*edited by Aziraphale 

Rating:
9


<em>koreanisedrian</em>'s picture

ENJOYABLE :D

Everything about this drama was so hilarious,, I just also love how this show can shift emotions so fast from a funny scene to a sad scene. I love Chae Rim, I just cant get enought out of her. I really wish they did get married, not in a dream sequence :D

by: koreanisedrian

Jul 01, 2008 9:44pm


<em>dingo</em>'s picture

highly recommend it

I love Chae Rim. This is a must see drama. It is so cute and hilarious.

by: dingo

Jun 29, 2008 3:03pm


<em>green.coco</em>'s picture

Lovely Drama

This was one of the most enjoyable dramas that I've seen. It was just simple and straight to the point. It had many funny elements and the chemistry between Lee Min-ki and Chae Rim surprisingly works. Besides that, the wardrobe in this drama is to die for. Chae Rim's perm is quite lovely. ;]

by: green.coco

May 24, 2008 10:55am


<em>leeteuksuju13</em>'s picture

TOTaLLY wonderfuL

I enJOYEd this drama A LOT!!!
chae rim and LEe min ki are so cute together

and its not a HEavy drama

to watcH so ya people who dont like to cry a lot WATCH THIS!!!!!!!!
 

by: leeteuksuju13

May 21, 2008 4:50pm


<em>helenahjoo</em>'s picture

cute

This was such a cute drama.  I loved watching it!

by: helenahjoo

May 03, 2008 7:38pm


<em>SPLiiNG</em>'s picture

at first I just wanted to

at first I just wanted to watch this drama since lee min ki is in it and hes totally hot ! =D, then after i got addicted to it, i didn't even want it to end. it turned out to be a good drama and a funny one too =P

by: SPLiiNG

Jan 30, 2008 9:06am


<em>Lalamina</em>'s picture

Absolutly Lovely!!!

This drama is amazing, the balance between the drama and the comedy is perfect. And the actors are superb!!! Definatly a drama worth watching. ^.^

by: Lalamina

Jan 24, 2008 7:48pm


<em>heartunderblade</em>'s picture

makes my heart flutter

the story and characters in this drama is really believable. Dal Ja is so lovable and cheerful. Kang Tae-Bong is the 'youth' of the show. The rest of the characters also play their part. They were really helpful to one another as a colleague as well as chingu. It wasn't draggy as it kept my attention in place. It interest me more as the story goes further. It's really hilarious drama that would make you go LOL with its witty script and comedic characters.

Other than that,

It's really refreshing as it brought up a new love issue on the difficulties woman are facing especially the older ones. This drama is full of hope and it encourage people to not lose out on love.

What really touch my heart is that people can change and accept who you are as they get to know you more and that age doesn't matter when it comes to love. It is just a number.

<33 lots of love for Dal Ja's Spring.

by: heartunderblade

Jan 07, 2008 12:55am


<em>mintkiss37</em>'s picture

leeminki. is a cutie.

this drama is pretty good. not the BEST BEST BESTEST one i've ever seen, but one i totally can put on a recommendation list.

WATCH IT!! lee minki is a cutie. XD

by: mintkiss37

Dec 22, 2007 3:27pm


<em>soolea</em>'s picture

yes... totally recommended

yes... totally recommended to watch!!!! A really great drama....

by: soolea

Dec 13, 2007 12:20pm


<em>melissak</em>'s picture

Lee min ki

i did not really like lee min ki at first..but wen i saw thisss drama....bom..haha...loveee him sooo much !! ^.^ for me i think he is cuter in this drama than his previous drama..and the one now airing on KBS..!!

by: melissak

Dec 03, 2007 10:00pm


<em>leaemy</em>'s picture

love it!

im currently watching thi and im telling u, it should be drama of the year :)

by: leaemy

Nov 26, 2007 2:57am


<em>LadyTron</em>'s picture

Hilarious.

I lovved this drama. Its one of my favorites!

by: LadyTron

Nov 24, 2007 5:25pm


<em>daimnyo</em>'s picture

wohooo..cooL

really loves it...lee min ki soo cute..loves chae rim's style..very cool drama!!Cool

by: daimnyo

Nov 06, 2007 8:49am


<em>Jaejin</em>'s picture

Weehh!!   Dal Ja's Spring

Weehh!!

 

Dal Ja's Spring is like the first Kdrama I ever liked, after.. 6 other Kdrama's. I really like Korean's comedy side ^_^ They should do it more often =D 

by: Jaejin

Oct 28, 2007 12:46am


<em>wingless</em>'s picture

HILARIOUS

this drama was HILARIOUS.

i was laughing So much.. teehee. definately ab workout material~

by: wingless

Oct 16, 2007 9:12pm


<em>hongkong girl</em>'s picture

Two thumbs up

comical script, great cast, realistic story plot, impressive acting skill of CR and her onscreen chemistry with LMK, one of the best kdrama in 2007, highly recommended. Kiss

by: hongkong girl

Oct 01, 2007 8:26pm


<em>.Cherry.</em>'s picture

Not to be missed out on!!

This korean drama is just amazing. After watching it, I am proud to say that this is one of my top favorite korean dramas ever and is definietly not to be missed out on. Within the first episode, you will immediately fall in love with all of the main characters. There are many moments that are hilarious, sweet, and very heart warming, along with an unforgettable cast, great acting, and a simple, yet poignant story plot. Please give this drama a chance because I'm sure you won't regret it! :)

by: .Cherry.

Sep 24, 2007 12:28am


<em>LunaHermosa</em>'s picture

My two cents!

This is the funniest kdrama I have seen to date, and I've gone through a few so far. I really couldn't stop laughing at some points. I hope y'all give it a chance!

by: LunaHermosa

Sep 17, 2007 6:49pm