Our Blues
2022
Original language: Korean
- drama
The story
Romance is sweet and bitter — and life riddled with ups and downs — in multiple stories about people who live and work on bustling Jeju island.
What it’s like
Wide, unhurried shots of Jeju's black volcanic coastline, tangerine groves, and open sea, bathed in soft natural daylight and salt wind, give this series a warm, sun-faded palette that never tips into glamour. Its episodes move at an observational pace, lingering on ordinary kitchens, harbour cafés, and quiet walks, with music kept sparse so the sea and street sounds carry much of the mood. The vibe is bittersweet and tender, with a thread of melancholy running under the warmth, the kind that suits a slow weekend, a late-night watch alone, or a rainy afternoon with tea. Romance here is sweet and awkward, often tangled with loss, divorce, and the ache of starting over, and its characters are allowed to be unsure and sad without the story rushing to fix them. Intensity is low: there is no gore or real violence, some grief and emotional arguments, and occasional adult intimacy handled discreetly. It is for viewers who want heartfelt, grown-up stories about love, regret, and everyday resilience, told gently and at their own speed.
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