2023 Show
Jeong Seung-ju & Kim Ha-na · South Korea · Korean
A simple and forgettable story of a forlorn vampire looking for love
A vampire story is a tale as old as time (I couldn’t resist), and adding a long-lost love to the narrative is the cherry on top of a potentially swoon-worthy supernatural romance. But despite the addition of elements like centuries-long sleep, talking cats, and a school nurse whose bad luck welcomes shenanigans every other second, there is only so much to expect with this basic premise, and the quest to become human is not a solid anchor to keep watching. Although if you’re after an effortless watch, then HeartBeat’s handsome lead, quirky sidekicks, and headstrong leading lady check all the boxes for an easy watch to fall into.
A thrilling romance between a vampire who desires to experience heart-throbbing love, and a cold-blooded woman.
One hundred years after he turned, an almost-human vampire stuck with a stubborn woman continues his search for true love.
The premiere does not leave a lasting impression, but there are romantic K-drama staples that often save it. The quips from side characters and outlandish antics that can only happen in a fantasy setting are enjoyable, especially when you have vampire companions who somehow manage to waste a fortune and end up as a tarot reader and food stall owner, respectively. Though it's not the most compelling show out there, it's an easy enough watch to get through.
It's hard to get excited about vampires these days.
Kerine Wint is a curator at A Good Movie to Watch. When she’s not absorbed in anime and weird docu-series, she reviews speculative fiction for Fiyah Lit Magazine or designs album covers and magazines. As for her film taste, One Cut of the Dead (2017), The Lure (2015), Inu-Oh (2021), and Dear Ex (2018) sum it up pretty well.
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