Youth of May – Unspoiled Review

 

Youth of May

Aired:  May 3 – June 8, 2021

# of Episodes:  12

Where to Watch:  Viki 

Genre:  Historical Romantic Drama

Starring: Lee Do Hyun and Go Min Si

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Youth of May - Unspoiled Review

The Story

 

In May of 1980,  the Gwangju Uprising ripped apart a small town caught in the throes of a violent and bloody fight for democracy.  Against this real-life backdrop is the story of a young nursing student whose life is changed forever when she is unwittingly thrown into the middle of it all.  Kim Myung Hee meets a handsome medical student when she agrees to go on a blind date in place of her best friend.  But against all of her best intentions, she feels an instant connection with him that leads both of them down an unexpected and troubled path.

Youth of May - Unspoiled Review

Should I Watch

 

Youth of May - Unspoiled Review

“Youth of May” is a historical drama of first love and the tragedy of violence and war.  The true life events of the Gwangju Uprising give this beautiful love story a somber tone that is poignant and heartbreaking.  So, if you are looking for light and fun this is definitely not one for you. It is not a spoiler to tell you that this story will break your heart.  It’s supposed to.  We would not be human if we did not grieve the ravages of violence and it’s effect on the innocent.  This story is emotional and well written, and the cast does an excellent job.   For those who want a serious historical drama that doesn’t go all the way back to the Joseon era, this one is a touching coming of age series that reminds us of the innocence of first love.   I give “Youth of May” an 10 out of 10 ramen.

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