I've been really hesitant about watching As One – I, for one, am not a fan of overly dramatic movies.

But As One did not let me down. Although I had heard the story of Hyun Jung-hwa and Li Bun-hui prior to watching the movie, I loved the suspense. The acting was top-notch from both the leading actresses and the supporting cast. It made my heart ache, though, knowing Hyun and Li didn't get the real reunion later that they much deserved.

The story is simple and linear, but very true to what really happened.

The one thing I disliked about As One was the soundtrack – it felt lacking to me, the composers didn't quite understand the unique bond Hyun and Li shared.


I recommend As One to everyone who's curious about the North-South relationship because this movie portrays it well. Prepare a few tissues, though.