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My Love, My Bride is a romantic comedy from South Korea that follows a newlywed couple, Young-min (Jo Jung-Suk) and Mi-young (Shin Min-a), as they navigate the ups and downs of married life. The film is a remake of a 1990 film of the same name, and was directed by Lim Chan-sang. The movie opens with Young-min proposing to Mi-young after they have been dating for two years. The scene is adorable, with Young-min proposing in the rain with a rose in his mouth, and Mi-young responding with tears and a resounding "yes." Soon, the two are married and settling into their new life together. At first, things seem idyllic - they're living in a nice apartment in Seoul, enjoying meals together, and generally having a great time.

However, soon they start to realize that marriage isn't as easy as they thought it would be. This is especially true for Mi-young, who feels like her life has become very small and confined since getting married. She misses her old friends and the independence she had before she got married. Young-min, on the other hand, is a bit clueless and doesn't understand why Mi-young is upset. He's happy to be married and doesn't see why she wouldn't be too.

Their first big fight comes when Mi-young wants to go out to meet her friends from work, but the timing conflicts with a family gathering that Young-min's mother has planned. Mi-young feels like she's always being pulled along by Young-min's family, and that she never gets to make her own decisions. Young-min, on the other hand, is trying to balance his responsibilities to his family with his new life as a married man. It's clear that they have some growing pains to work through.

As the movie progresses, we get to see the ups and downs of their relationship. They have sweet moments, where they go on dates and reminisce about their past, but they also have fights over money, living arrangements, and the future. What makes My Love, My Bride stand out from other romantic comedies is that it is refreshingly honest about the difficulties of married life. We see the tough conversations that need to be had, the compromises that need to be made, and the moments where you just have to laugh to keep from crying.

One of the strengths of the movie is the chemistry between the two leads. Jo Jung-Suk and Shin Min-a both give great performances, and it's easy to believe that they are a real couple. Jo Jung-Suk in particular does a great job of portraying a clueless but well-meaning husband. He's a bit of a man-child at times, and it's clear that he has a lot of growing up to do before he can be a truly supportive partner. Shin Min-a, on the other hand, brings a lot of depth and nuance to her portrayal of Mi-young. She's funny and charming, but she's also struggling to find her place in this new life with her husband.

The supporting cast is also great. Jung-hee Yoon plays Young-min's mother, who is a bit overbearing but ultimately well-meaning. She's a classic Korean mother-in-law character, but Yoon brings a lot of humor and heart to the role. There are also great performances from the actors who play Mi-young's friends and co-workers, who are a source of support and love for her throughout the movie.

One of the things that sets My Love, My Bride apart from other romantic comedies is the way it handles gender roles. While it would be easy to fall back on tired stereotypes about the nagging wife and the clueless husband, the movie takes a more nuanced approach. Mi-young is frustrated with her life not because she doesn't love her husband, but because she feels like she's lost herself somewhere along the way. She wants to have her own life outside of the marriage, and that's not something that is often explored in movies about married couples.

Overall, My Love, My Bride is a charming and heartfelt romantic comedy that is well worth watching. It's a great reminder that while marriage can be tough, it's also full of love and joy and laughter. Whether you're married, single, or somewhere in between, there's something in this movie for everyone.

My Love, My Bride is a 2014 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 51 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.4.