Netflix examining allegations of a hostile work environment on the set of "When Life Gives You Tangerines"
In an official Netflix poster, South Korean actors IU (Lee Ji-eun) and Park Bo-gum are featured, marking their appearance in the streaming platform's upcoming series titled "When Life Gives You Tangerines."
The series is a dramatic exploration of love, resilience, and the bittersweet trials of life, set against the backdrop of Jeju Island in the late 1950s and 1960s. IU stars as Ae-sun, a spirited, book-loving girl whose poverty-stricken family prevents her from attending school but doesn't dim her dream of becoming a poet. Park Bo-gum portrays Gwan-sik, a dependable and sincere young man deeply devoted to Ae-sun.
The narrative unfolds over decades, charting the couple's love story through societal disapproval, family tragedies, and personal hardships. Overcoming numerous obstacles - from disapproving parents to natural disasters and the loss of loved ones - the couple perseveres together, eventually starting a family and a business. As they grow older, they open a restaurant that enjoys success, though life continues to challenge them; Gwan-sik is eventually diagnosed with cancer but lives to witness Ae-sun achieving her dream of publishing her poetry.
"When Life Gives You Tangerines" encapsulates themes of perseverance, love, and the trials life presents, culminating in a story of triumph over adversity and the enduring power of companionship. In its exploration of these themes, the series promises a deeply moving and inspiring tale.
Moon So-ri and Park Hae-joon essay older versions of the characters Ae-sun and Gwan-sik, respectively, as the story progresses. The series further demonstrates Netflix's commitment to growing the content industry in collaboration with local partners such as Jeju Island. Interested viewers can look forward to the series coming soon on Netflix.
- The dramatic series "When Life Gives You Tangerines" on Netflix, set against the stunning backdrop of Jeju Island, delves into the arts and entertainment industry, offering a captivating exploration of love and resilience.
- The narrative spans decades, showcasing the couple's love story on television, where they face societal disapproval, family tragedies, and personal hardships, making it an intriguing addition to movie-and-TV offerings.
- As the series progresses, Moon So-ri and Park Hae-joon gracefully portray the matured Ae-sun and Gwan-sik, respectively, demonstrating Netflix's dedication to supporting the television industry through collaborations with local partners like Jeju Island.
- With themes of perseverance, love, and overcoming adversity, "When Life Gives You Tangerines" stands as a testament to the enduring power of companionship and the entertained traveler's must-watch list.
