Even If This Love Disappears Tonight
The brief
Director Kim Hye-young takes the memory loss romance premise and stretches it thin over nearly two hours, turning what could be a tight emotional punch into a languid meditation on repetition. Choo Young-woo brings genuine awkwardness to the shy boy role, but Shin Sia's performance feels more like she's going through the motions than actually forgetting them. The film moves at the pace of someone trying to remember a dream, all soft focus and hesitant conversations that circle back on themselves. Perfect for fans of "50 First Dates" who wished it was three times longer and filmed through gauze.
The verdict
If you have the patience for slow-burn romance and don't mind watching the same emotional beats play out repeatedly, this dreamy meditation on memory and love will reward your investment. If you prefer your romantic dramas to move at a steady clip or need sharp performances to carry you through nearly two hours, you'll find yourself checking your watch more than your heart.
Watch with
- 👫 Perfect for a cozy date night
- ⚠️ May test patience of action fans
Heads up
- Memory loss condition depicted throughout (moderate)
- Emotional distress from forgotten relationships (brief)
Credits
- Director
- Kim Hye-young
- Cast
- Choo Young-woo, Shin Sia, Cho Yu-jung, Jin Ho-eun, Cho Han-cheul
Official synopsis
A high school girl wakes up each day with no memory of yesterday. When she agrees to date a shy classmate,
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Make a night of it
Pair this with Swapped (2026)
Both explore memory loss romances with fresh daily perspectives.
Total runtime: 1h 46m + 1h 42m = 3h 28m
