Ok
I know this is somewhat kinda late, but I’d still like to post this
one out if ever some of you might still out-of-the-zone with this
movie. So here it is my own movie review. ^____^
Hello
Stranger is a 2010 feel good romantic-comedy
movie of Thailand. Starring two of the hottest actors Chantavit
Dhanasevi and Nuengthida
Sophon, this movie will take you to a crazy
love ride shot in (the place I look forward to visit someday) Korea.
If you’re into Korean dramas, Korean pop music and anything about
Korea then this movie is perfect for you!
The
story revolves around two young Thai and complete strangers to each
other, Daang and May (not their real name in the movie really) who
came from their recent break-ups and ended up falling for each other.
The female protagonist May
(played by Nuengthida Sophon),
went on to visit a Korean friend and probably to attend her wedding
in Korea. Without her boyfriend’s knowledge, she went on all by
herself and lied that she’s with a friend. Now she’s on for the
Korean series trail she loves. I could somehow relate to the
character since she’s also an avid fan of Korean dramas like
“Coffee Prince”
and “Winter Sonata”.
And she absolutely loves Korean actor Bae Yong
Jun! There was one hilarious scene where an
almost BYJ clone step-out and surprise her (when it was actually the
waiter of the resto, lol~). Honestly that guy is a complete
doppelganger.
On
the other hand, Daang,
the male protagonist (played by Chantavit
Dhanasevi) went on to a Korean tour in hopes
of meeting his ex. All by himself, he went straight to Korea, not
even bringing some appropriate clothes on and manners. (T.T) He even
can’t speak straight English. But the actor here is really good. He
portrayed his character well. He kind of remind me of Mario
Maurer (another Thai hottie~).
So
the meeting of the two characters went well. All bored, Daang went
out for some refreshment, so he ordered and dined-out at a local food
chain serving street foods. Got communication problems (since he
can’t speak straight Korean even English and most Korean doesn’t
understand and speak English well) with the server, he was surprised
that he was actually eating a dog meat! To his dismay he went
straight to the streets all in just white bathrobe, and suddenly
falls asleep in front of the hostel (backpackers) where May stays.
Coupled
with various events that happened, the two became friends.
Excitingly, they became friends without knowing each other’s names.
They made a pact that anything can be said towards each other and
vowed to just enjoy each other’s company since they’re both from
the same nationality. Daang told May of the past between him and his
ex named Koi. He told her he came from a recent break-up. He kept
calling Koi, but she wasn’t picking up. The break-up was due to his
decision of not marrying her too soon. Unfortunately, May’s
boyfriend found out about her lies and broke-up with her over the
phone. Depressed and sadden with the situation, the two went on to
enjoy each other’s company. Unknowingly they were actually
harboring feeling towards each other. Unknowingly they were harboring
feelings towards each other.
The movie is packed with cute and light dramatic and hilarious scenes. The actors are really really great!
This movie will take you to the different hotspots in Korea. From the Namsan Tower, Lotte World, Bukchon Hanok Village to Nami Island.
And what could be more exciting with a kissing scene to complete it all! ♥
But the most heartbreaking part, when Koi comes in the picture. T.T
Personally,
I love the movie. Actors, location, storyline, and the scenes, all
were absolutely perfect! The script is also evenly written. Except
on the last part (ending), I guess it was not much of a better one,
since it left me nothing but hanging thoughts. It did not end the
exactly as I thought. I was completely expecting of a happily ever
after but I was wrong. I guess it was a twist or something. But other
than that, I think it’s a strategy of the scriptwriter or the
director (or whoever is responsible for it). They don’t want a
happy ending I guess. Or maybe there could be a sequel brewing up.
^_^
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