Reply 1988 was the first part of the Eungdabara series that I ever watched -even though it was released after Reply 1997-, and for that reason it has a special place in my heart. This one, however was as good or you could say even a little better, since it was the first one. The characters are equally endearing, the cast and the acting is good (maybe not as good as in R1988), the story is simple but touching and it talks about things everybody can relate to (family, friends, love...). Maybe the cast in Reply 1988 was a little stronger and there was more balance between family issues, friendship and romance stories and especially the most veteran actors were awesome Among all the actors I loved Eunji's performance and her character (even more than Reply 1988's Hyeri), her sassiness and strength, and also Song Jong Ho's (this man is soooo talented and underrated...). Needless to say Lee Il Hwa and Sung Dong Il were amazing. The cameos and guest and supporting roles by idols, as well as all the references to korean pop culture were really funny. One of the aspects I liked more was the subtlety and the finesse with which the subject of homosexuality is addressed. That is something you rarely encounter in a korean drama. The production details, camera work, photography, were great. But those are some of TVN's features in their drama releases. All in all, I strongly recommend this drama.