Set in Jeju, 'When Life Gives You Tangerines' follows the adventurous lives of rebellious Ae-soon and the steadfast Gwan-sik, unfolding their story across the four seasons. As they navigate the waves of life together, the series has drawn viewers into their journey, evoking both tears and laughter. On the 24th, Netflix unveiled the preview and third set of stills for Act 4, the final chapter of 'When Life Gives You Tangerines.'
The preview opens with 'Geum-myung' (played by IU) beaming in a wedding dress, waving alongside 'Young-beom' (Lee Jun-young), who is also smiling. As viewers wonder if 'Geum-myung' will find her first love like her parents, the story delves into the winter of 'Ae-soon' (Moon So-ri) and 'Gwan-sik' (Park Hae-joon), intertwined with the moments of the now-adult 'Geum-myung' and 'Eun-myung' (Kang Yoo-seok). It showcases unexpected events and challenges, yet also a hopeful return to spring.
Narrated by 'Geum-myung,' lines like "We never knew who might come back or who might arrive anew, and finally, an unforgettable winter was upon us," and "In the winter of the new millennium, we were all ready to make some noise," set the tone. The scenes of 'Gwan-sik' scolding his daughter for the first time and 'Eun-myung' defiantly asking his mother 'Ae-soon' during a prison visit, "What have you ever done for me?" highlight the dramatic nature of their winter.
New faces, like 'Hyun-sook' (Lee Soo-kyung) demanding money from 'Sang-gil' (Choi Dae-hoon), add excitement. 'Gwan-sik' smiling and saying to his young daughter 'Geum-myung,' "If things go south, just come back. I'll be right here," whether at her wedding, first day of school, or college entrance exam, evokes the steadfast support of parents who stand by their children no matter the storm.
Having weathered life's ups and downs, the image of the elderly 'Ae-soon' and 'Gwan-sik' holding hands under a flurry of pink cherry blossoms is poignant. It recalls their clumsy yet heart-pounding first kiss in a field of canola flowers during their spring days. The title 'You Have Done Well' perfectly encapsulates the heartfelt journey they've shared, and 'Ae-soon's' words, "Honey, let's just live like this?" leave a hopeful note for the return of spring.
The newly released third set of stills offers a glimpse into the characters' stories in Act 4 of 'When Life Gives You Tangerines.' The bride 'Geum-myung' taking photos with friends outside the wedding venue radiates pure happiness. Meanwhile, 'Ae-soon' smiles proudly and 'Gwan-sik' holds back tears as they watch their daughter step into a new chapter, capturing the complex emotions of parents letting go. Despite their children growing up, 'Ae-soon' and 'Gwan-sik' continue to work hard for their family, showcasing their unwavering determination.
Additionally, the return of 'Chung-seop' (Kim Seon-ho) with a changed demeanor since his days at the Cannes Theater Picasso draws attention. The stills of 'Geum-myung' and 'Chung-seop' together spark curiosity about their storyline. Meanwhile, the distant stance of 'Sang-gil' and 'Young-ran' (Jang Hye-jin) as they look in opposite directions hints at unresolved tensions, contrasting with 'Ae-soon' and 'Gwan-sik's' relationship. The couple 'Eun-myung' and 'Hyun-sook' appear more mature, piquing interest in their growth and journey.
In Act 4 of 'When Life Gives You Tangerines,' the brilliant moments of each character's life come together, promising a beautiful journey filled with hope.
The final chapter of 'When Life Gives You Tangerines,' capturing the four seasons of 'Ae-soon' and 'Gwan-sik's' lives, is set to premiere on the 28th (Friday).
Reporter Kang Sun-ae sakang@sbs.co.kr
(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)