Dare to Love Me (2024): Emotional journey of unexpected love unfolds.
Native Title: 함부로 대해줘
Also Known As: Treat Me Rudely, Treat Me Carefully, Treat Me Carelessly, Treat Me Badly, Treat Me Poorly, Hamburo Daehaejwo
Director: Jang Yang Ho
Genres: Comedy, Romance
Tags: Intern Female Lead, Older Woman/Younger Man, Eccentric Male Lead, Adapted From A Webtoon, Difficult Adulthood, Manipulative Significant Other, Dreamer Female Lead, Disciple Male Lead, Slight Suspense, Cultural Heritage
Shin Yoon Bok, a disciplined scholar from Seongsan Village, South Korea. Deeply committed to preserving the heritage of the Joseon Dynasty. His life’s mission is to recover valuable cultural artifacts for his family, reflecting his respect for tradition and history. Despite his reverence for his elders and adherence to their guidance, Shin Yoon Bok harbors a modern, progressive mindset. This duality often leads him to display rebellious tendencies, challenging traditional norms while striving for innovation. His character embodies the struggle between honoring the past and embracing the future, making him a dynamic and complex individual. Yoon Bok struggles with forming emotional connections and prefers to keep a certain distance from others.
Deciding to pursue his dream of becoming a webtoon writer, Yoon Bok leaves his home in Seoul, marking a significant turning point in his life. His journey leads him to Kim Hong Do, a woman exhausted by life’s challenges. Meeting Kim Hong Do introduces Yoon Bok to a whirlwind of emotions he is not used to navigating.
As Yoon Bok interacts with Kim Hong Do, he confronts his cautious nature and emotional barriers. Through their shared experiences, he begins to open up and connect on a deeper level. Ultimately, Yoon Bok starts to understand the complexities of human emotions and values genuine connections.
