Youth of May

2021 · TV Series · 70 min · ★ 8.2

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In May 1980, a medical student and a nurse begin a tender romance as civil unrest and military oppression tighten around their city. Their relationship is tested by fear, pressure, and the harsh realities of living through a turbulent moment in history.

Also known as May Youth · Youth in May

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Original title: 오월의 청춘
Years: 2021
Release date: 2021-05-03
Network: KBS2, wavve
Language: Korean
Runtime: 70 min
TMDB rating: 8.2/10 (54 votes)

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If you want a romance set against real historical turmoil with a heavy, stressful mood and strong performances, this may land hard; Not for you if you want lighter comfort like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-Joo or tidy plotting.

Pros: intense emotional atmosphere; strong performances; memorable romance | Cons: stressful tone; uneven character development; believability issues