[Review] 'Memadeba' Another Name for Friendship Is Love

Movie 'Mary My Dead By'
Cheerful Human-Ghost Cooperative Investigation
Heo Gwanghan Sheds First Love, Challenges Comic Action

'Marry My Dead Body' Still Photo [Photo by Lian Contents]

Actor Heo Gwanghan (Xu Guanghan) plays a detective who falls in love with a handsome male ghost, Im Baekgwang. This is the summary of the movie 'Marry My Dead Body' (hereafter 'Memadeba'). Wasn't friendship said to be another name for love? The film questions the meaning of 'true love' in this era through human connection, solidarity, and friendship that transcend gender.

Detective Wu Minghan (played by Heo Gwanghan) picks up a mysterious red envelope while collecting evidence at a crime scene. He opens the envelope carelessly, and an irreversible situation unfolds. As unexplainable events continue to happen to him, Wu Minghan feels his life is in danger. Sensing something unusual, he holds a soul wedding to survive.

Mao Mao (played by Im Baekgwang), a bachelor ghost who died unjustly and must resolve his grudge (han), investigates the circumstances surrounding his death and teams up with Detective Wu Minghan. Their partnership is the core of the film. Slapstick comedy, situational drama, and action unfold in an entertaining way.

Initially caught up in prejudice and pushing each other away, the two gradually face each other as they are and eventually become like family. They wish for each other's happiness more than their own and, through their genuine care and growing closeness, they come to understand the meaning of friendship and love.

Still from 'Marry My Dead Body'
[Photo by Lian Contents]

Heo Gwanghan, who led the 'Shangqinza' (fans obsessed with 'Shang Jian Ni') craze in Korea with 'Shang Jian Ni,' writes and unleashes his charm in 'Memadeba.' He sports a short haircut and transforms into a hot-tempered police officer who must confront challenges head-on.

The actor highlights memorable scenes such as the shower scene, running naked through the streets, and moments where he is possessed by Mao Mao, displaying lively and cute charm?scenes that fans will surely enjoy. His captivating gaze and mid-low tone voice fit quite well with the comic action genre. For those who like Heo Gwanghan, this 129-minute film is an absolute delight.

Im Baekgwang plays Mao Mao, a sensitive character who leads efforts to protect stray dogs and save the planet. He skillfully portrays a role with an unjust backstory and supports one pillar of the story. The chemistry between the warm and charming Im Baekgwang and Heo Gwanghan is also excellent. Running time 129 minutes. Rated 12 and above. Opens May 17.

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