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It tells a very precious story about human emotions, friendship, loyalty, love and how important it is to create a family with people that you care about and that cares for you. Not always blood is what's important, family is chosen.

You will be left with a valuable lesson about how not everyone in this life is destined to follow what society has prepared for us.

We live in an extremely shallow and materialistic society where the aim of most people is to get as much money and highest status possible, sacrificing very important things like time, self care and sometimes even family and loved ones.

This drama will show you how we can live with only the bare minimum necessities and be immensely happier that way.

Some say that romance is a bit lacking and slow burn but I don't agree, from the very beginning there's an amazing chemistry and attraction between the two leads and you will find yourself smiling and watching them awkwardly flirt with each other, such innocent and genuine love story.

The series has also a very well paced suspense plot that will keep you super hooked and will shock you at end. Nothing is predictable at all.

This drama was a very pleasant surprise, it's very well written and its a wholesome and all rounded watch.

An exploited Seoul office worker played by Seolhyun faces a crisis when her boyfriend breaks up with her and her mother dies in a tragic accident. She decides to give up Seoul life and travel, on her travels she comes to a small coastal village with an underused library where she decides to stay and do nothing for a year. The librarian is played by Im Si-wan who is a maths genius but hides away from the world due to a tragic family incident. Both the main leads are shy introverted characters so the romance side is very slow burning but amusing to watch. There are great characters particularly Bom, who is played by Shin Eun soo and some interesting side stories which look at the things in life which money cannot buy. It is based on a webtoon and is beautiful story which is gently told.

There is nothing extraordinary in this drama yet it will give you content, it will heal you and it will comfort you.

It's not only about making time for yourself, it's also about coming out of a trauma. The changes are gradual and slow. But trust the healing process because it's very satisfying.

Plot: A woman(FL) decided to make time for what is important for her own mental health and happiness. There she meets different kinds of people who teach her many things about life.

The story also has a little bit of suspense/ thriller plot but it's just a space filling kind of thing which in my opinion is not even needed.

Yim Si Wan: His calm voice is itself a therapy. Even though he had a traumatic childhood, he is still a sweet, loving and caring gentleman. He is shy and introverted but happy in his own world.

Kim Seol Hyun: The FL did a good job transitioning from being tired and depressed to someone who embraces life living slowly and happily.

Summer Strike also taught me that being soft and polite is not a bad thing. You don't have to be an ambitious person. You should just accept yourself as you are and what you need. Just know your needs.

This is a fresh take on living your own life and finding genuine happiness.

I really hope more people discover this drama, it's just too good to ignore.

This show is so adorable and heartwarming. It starts off with a somewhat cliche plot of a girl from a big city moving into a small town, but it does so very beautifully and detailed so that it didn't feel like anything else I've seen with that plot.

The romance isn't the only important relationship. The main character forms many wholesome relationships with many of the people in the town.

The characters are so authentic and I love how each one develops. Some are more evolutionary characters while others are dynamic or we just come to learn a different side of them.

This is my new comfort k-drama. It's so sweet and I learned so many life lessons. I want to see more of the characters and I honestly think that there was plenty of substance to carry on the show a bit longer. I'm a sucker for short shows, so I usually never say that, but I wish we got a little bit more.

Based on webtoon called 'I don't feel like doing anything', is a slice-of-life, healing drama.

It tells a very precious story about human emotions, friendship, loyalty, love and how important it is to create a family with people that you care about and that cares for you.

It also gives valuable life lessons & uplift your mood.

This drama's leads are unlike other leads, they are shy, introverts. Their romance is slow burn unlike other kdrama couples, they don't do lovey-dovey things, just enjoy each other's company.

Unlike other kdrama heroines, here female lead decided to live minimalist life, with minimal things moved to coastal town & decided to do nothing for a year, to heal her soul. I envy her life.

The people who appears annoying in the beginning becomes likeable as drama progress.

2nd teen couple, Jae-hun & Bom add more colors to story. I liked how their character developed, they are super cute together. I also like Sung-min's character. Granny & dog are another cute things in the drama.

To add some drama, there is a murder mystery also.

The thought of staying in country side, doing simple things and staying happy is though provoking.

Happiness lies in simple things.

I really enjoyed this drama. Who has never dreamed of leaving the soulless life in a big city behind and escape to the countryside and do nothing? I love seeing how the friendship develop between the female lead and people in her new town but in my opinion don't think the huge shock late in the show was necessary for the storyline. The protagonists already have a sufficiently tough life as it is and I personally don't think we needed a tragedy of such magnitude for the show to demonstrate how they survive adversity and overcome yet another hurdle. Plus it takes away time and focus from the romance, which I like even though it was very timid and of a very slow pace. The ending is fortunately not overly dramatic but believable and uplifting. In retrospect, the story only lasted the short time of a summer in our characters' lives but we are happy they found each other and came out strong, ready for the future, together.

Life is simple, we humans make it complicated. We are all running in rat race and at one point we all chase peace and calmness. Everything else seems irrelevant....this is exactly what SUMMER STRIKE is all about.

I found the series, characters extremely calm, a simple story which is so relatable and those cute kids, a pet dog makes it more adorable. The main Lead was a protagonist in Misaeng, another not to miss series. I was looking for his other dramas and then finally got to watch this one.

Definitely a worthy watching....12 episodes series available in Netflix. No reason to miss on this one.

Korean Drama" Summer Strike " is a feel good drama with a dark edge.

The story is soothing and very slice of life at first, having the cottage vibes to is, as the main lead moves to a coastal village to heal and relax.

The drama then takes a more dramatic turn, as the dark details that kept showing up between the summer mood and the friendship sequences got more intense and a solid mystery case introduce itself.

The villages, moreover, were all interesting characters, and the character development was smooth.

Unfortunately, there were moments when the drama got predictable and boring. The mystery case could have been handled in a better way as well.

The performances, finally, were all decent and enjoyable by everyone in the cast.

So, overall, seven out of ten.

Only 12 episodes, a nice, mostly sweet K-Drama with some murder solving drama mixed in. Thought the male lead Siwan was the main attraction to the show who was the sweetest character that you can't help but like in the series. The series is great at forming friendships but the romance is actually a little lacking - not even one kiss that I saw between any of the characters thus rated only 8 stars. Quite honestly the dog made one of the best additions to the story as well as he was so lovable and made the story even sweeter. Thought it was strange that the FL would get involved with making friends with young high school kids in the first place and their side story was a little distracting.

This was the first Korean series I've ever watched (I watched it with English subs). I got into it because Netflix posted a collage of a scene in the first ep when Yeo Reum is tired of her pointless life that is all about work. It really caught my attention. After the first episode, this series was totally not what I anticipated. It was much better. It felt like a summer breeze - the scenery, the music, the characters, the jokes, just Angok itself and the (seemingly) simple, quiet lives of people living there. I wouldn't say the series was perfect, actually I think the crime parts were not very well executed, but I do understand that the plot needed something like that at that point. However, all in all this was a lovely experience. 12 episodes was just enough, but I'm sad it's over.

This was an okay show to watch, just not all that good. The main cast. Seol Hyun and Im Si-Wan, had no energy and no chemistry between them. Their romance was way too subdued, they seemed to have no energy. Was this the fault of the cast or the director and writer? The supporting cast had better romances. This show should not be listed as a romance. The mystery story in the show was okay.

Kim Hye-Jung's character was a very annoying granny.

The ending was okay but was very open ended when it came to the romances. A more definitive ending was needed. This type of open ending is a weakness typical of many Kdramas.

This is another of the spewed out inane K-dramas Netflix has put out there. Lately, they are seriously lacking in good content. The characters are mean spirited, abusive, dim-witted, and boring . Seriously, do South Koreans really drink so much that they black out and can't remember anything? Seems to be the norm for these shows and I am seeing more of this trend in K-dramas. This story itself is very slow. I wanted to try to feel empathy for the main character, but just couldn't muster it. She is supposed to be educated, but continually does stupid, senseless acts. The setting was very pretty though, one of the reasons I like K-dramas. This series lacked having a good story line. There are many terrific shows out there, sadly this is not one. It is tortuously slow and the characters are not likable. Do yourself a favor and pass.

Summer Strike depicts the slow emotional evolution of 2 characters who are on the quiet side.

FL leaves Seoul in frustration, disgusted by scheming, evil co-workers, the monotony of her life and her inability to get ahead in any meaningful way. For young people watching this healing drama I think this will strike a chord and trigger the question "Is it worth it? Is all this study and thankless work and pressure really worth it? When do I get to live well?" I think it's a question worth asking, especially in Korea with its high female suicide rate and low birth rate.

She decides to relocate to a seaside town and re-calibrate, reboot and take a moment. And so we are introduced to the townsfolk who are kind and cruel in equal measure, some under protected and maliciously judged with few opportunities to move ahead unless they leave for Seoul.

The slow burn romance that takes place with the ML is satisfying enough but the series really shines when it depicts our strong human need for connection, whether from family or people who become family.

The murder mystery element really only comes to the fore at the end so if you are looking for a strong thriller drama this is not the show for you. Instead, its about people with their quiet desires and unmet expectations and how they deal with it.

The supporting cast is very strong and the message of sufficiency and contentment is wholesome.

Sweet, uncomplicated (and short) healing drama that showcases our human need for connection and community.

It's been a while since I liked a drama enough to take time to review.

I usually don't like "feel good-piece of life" shows. Il always feels like I was scammed somehow. I think the reason why I watched, in all honesty, is the male lead. OMG I find him cute. He's as cute as a puppy hugging a kitten. His hair style helps a lot. Those fair long curls made him look like a painting of the Madonna. His being so quiet and new to everything, made me want to protect and console him. I just loved his looks and his... moseube (don't know how to say that in English, demeanor?) Anyway. Without him, I wouldn't have watched.

Still. I'm very grateful for the story itself. At some point, it really felt like I was on a vacation on the countryside. I felt relaxed and happy for a few very rare and very precious minutes. I laughed my head off at the joke about the chicken (Dae-Bom sayin' "Na Gwenchana", I'm still laughingXD)

I can't say I cried, although it seemed like I should have. I didn't have enough empathy for the characters. There were no butterflies either, no chemistry between the leads. Having said that I liked their love, so innocent, so simple, so realistic without any of those silly reasons why they can't be together. Admitedly, I'm sick of "Your father's friend was mean to my cousin, twenty years ago, so you and I can never be a couple" stuff like that. There were hardships, but they never tried to run away, as if they knew they just couldn't be without each other.

Finally, I want to stress that this was a nice lesson, that I already knew, but still. One is never a pushover or a loser. One has to find their way and place in this world. Ending up in a remote place earning just enough to live by is not wasting one's life or time. Quite the contrary. Life is short enough to just be who you are and do what you want, as long as you don't hurt anybody. Yes, there is a difference between succeeding IN life, and succeding ONE's life. Imho.

This kdrama is literally different from others. It's so special like it feels like a warm hug. It gives a real moral of life and it very relatable to people's daily lives and how light and happy it feels while spending your time with friends and families.

It's so comforting you know like it shows that sometimes it's good to do nothing and understand yourself rather than others but I wanted more of their relationship between dae bum and yeo reom. They looked so good together but it was good like it's different from all others it shows how introverts fell in love each other and how they get comfortable with each other. Whenever I'll feel low I'll come to this drama again💓.

I enjoyed the story. I really liked the small town vibe and I really liked all of the characters, as well as the mystery. This one had a very warm feeling kind of like Hometown Cha Cha Cha.

Like all k-dramas the male lead is a young man who has experienced a lot of emotional trauma (and his is a doozy) and the female lead is a woman who is beaten down at work, humiliated and bullied by schemung coworkers until she finally makes a break and moves to a small town to get away. Young men with trauma and young women being bullied is a common trope in K-dramas.

The first person she meets in this new town is the male lead and he is practically mute. He talks only when he needs to but he is warm and kind-hearted which makes him a very likable character. The female lead is a bit of a mess because for her this is a summer vacation in a new town where she wants to reboot her life. There are other characters each with their own stories and traumas that must be worked out.

Then a murder plot emerges and it's kind of surprising since it's a small town story and it's a fairly innocent place. The person who gets killed is someone the viewers have grown to love so it was a little disappointing because it was a character who really didn't deserve that type of fate.

I wish there was more of a romantic side plot between the female and male lead. The sparks are there but the writers don't give in to a full romance that I noticed , but maybe someone else will have a different interpretation.

There isn't a whole lot to say about SUMMER STRIKE. This is a quietly effective drama with no disquieting logical lapses. The story developed slowly. Skillful acting from the leads, especially Si-Wan Yim and Shin Eun-Soo. Si-Wan Yim is an outstanding actor (compare his role here with MISAENG: INCOMPLETE LIFE.) The female lead actress was capable, but she played a character who was a little too sweet and compliant for my tastes.

I thought the ending was rushed. But if product placement was sprinkled here and there, I didn't notice. I'm not sure how certain plot points and certain relationships were resolved. The dog and the little boy were both adorable. Cute as a bee's knees.

This beautiful Kdrama revolves around the topic of leaving the soulless treadmill of urban existence behind. It even calls the buddhist notion 'samsara' to mind - when a pure soul is getting out of the 'suffering-laden, continuous cycle of life, death, and rebirth, without beginning or end'.

Here, we have two pure souls right away. The casting is superb, both the male & female leads authenticly portray such level of innocence that the viewer's protective instinct kicks in immediately. The supporting cast excels as well.

All in all, this is a fantastic show. Almost deserves maximum score, except for the little 'jumps' in the script. It is still a strong 9 out of 10 in my book.

This was such a nice surprise. The overall feel of this series is very soothing. There are also moments of heavy drama and in the last few episodes the story veers off the track a bit but it is still a very nice watch with good acting, interesting characters and relatable topics.

It tells us that it is ok to be different, not fit in and eventually go against the stream of society. When you find comfort in something simple, why strive for more and more and in consequence never feel fully pleased. I also really like that they did not go full cheesy with the romance between the two leads.

Recommended.

This show spins a heartwarming yarn about feelings, friendships, loyalty, and how your chosen family can mean more than the one you're born into. It leaves a valuable lesson about resisting societal expectations in our materialistic world.

In a world where folks chase money and status like it's the Holy Grail, this drama reminds us that real joy often hides in life's simpler pleasures.

The romance, frequently labeled as a gradual unfolding, is brimming with delightful chemistry right from the beginning, providing an authentic and pure love story.

But here's the kicker-the suspense plot is like a rollercoaster. You won't see those twists coming!

All in all, this show pulls a rabbit out of the hat with its well-crafted, feel-good story that hits all the right notes.