“My Mister,” a K-drama of exceptional sensitivity, with extraordinary performances and subtle writing, is a deeply moving and captivating journey into the hearts of two broken souls. It is touching, understated, and profoundly human.
Lee Ji-an (Lee Ji-eun/IU) is a young woman in her twenties who is burdened by debt and hardship, struggling to care for her sickly grandmother. In addition to her temporary job, she is also harassed by a loan shark.
One day, she crosses paths with Park Dong-hoon (Lee Sun-kyun), a man in his forties deeply scarred by betrayal, workplace harassment, and the weight of family responsibilities. Together, they will navigate life’s trials, forming bonds that bring them comfort, understanding, and a hopeful path to healing.
With its unique sensitivity, “My Mister” delves into emotional exhaustion, loneliness, and human resilience with an intensity rarely seen in series. Through the unlikely encounter between a young woman hardened by life’s struggles and an older man crushed under responsibilities, the series weaves a relationship that is as delicate as it is intense, built not on romance but on mutual understanding.
This drama, which debuted in 2018 on the Korean network tvN, is distinguished by its subtle writing where each character – even minor ones – is given rich development. Here, nothing is gratuitous: gestures, silences, glances carry as much weight as dialogues. The contemplative and intimate direction further amplifies this heavy yet profoundly human atmosphere.
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The power of My Mister also lies in its exceptional acting. The woman known as “the Queen of K-pop and K-dramas,” IU (Hotel Del Luna, Life Will Bear Fruit), or Lee Ji-eun to those close to her, delivers one of the best performances of her career, full of restraint and vulnerability. The late Lee Sun-kyun (Parasite) finely portrays a man torn between his values and the reality of his life.
Highly acclaimed by critics, My Mister has won numerous awards. Notably, it received the award for best drama at the 2nd Seoul Awards in 2018, along with several awards at the 6th APAN Star Awards the same year: best director for Kim Won-seok, best actress for IU, best supporting actor for Park Ho-san, and best new actor for Jang Ki-yong. It was also honored at the 55th Baeksang Arts Awards ceremony in 2019, where it received the prestigious awards for best drama series and best script.
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Finally, the series offers a universal reflection on what it means to move forward despite pain. It reminds us that solidarity can take unexpected forms and that a simple act of kindness can change the course of a life.
Ultimately, My Mister is not just a drama: it’s a mature, poignant, and deeply human work that lingers in memory long after its final episode.
My Mister, directed by Kim Won-seok and written by Park Hae-young, with Lee Sun-kyun, IU, Park Ho-san…
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