Cha Jung Woo’s story in Face Me hits differently, right? You can really feel his past weighing on him. Let’s break it down:
- Career Change: After the tragic loss of his fiancée, Jung Woo throws his whole life upside down. He quits his career in emergency medicine and switches to plastic surgery. It’s a huge change, and you can just tell it’s all tied to the trauma he’s carrying. Imagine losing someone so close and having to start fresh.
- Emotional Distance: Despite being a successful surgeon, Jung Woo keeps his distance from his patients. He doesn’t let anyone get too close, and honestly, it’s heartbreaking. It’s like he’s scared of opening up, probably because he doesn’t want to get hurt again. You can’t blame him, but it’s tough to watch.
- Hesitation in Emergencies: There’s this scene where a woman’s life is on the line, and Jung Woo hesitates. It’s not because he doesn’t care, but because his past is still haunting him. He’s built these emotional walls, and it’s hard for him to break through them, even when someone needs him most. It just shows how deep his trauma goes.
- Redemption Arc: After refusing surgery on a patient, Jung Woo is hit with the consequences. But here’s the twist, he chooses to redeem himself by helping victims of violence with reconstructive surgery. It’s like he’s trying to make sense of everything that’s happened and find a way to heal through his work. You gotta root for him during this part.
- Relationship Drama: Watching Jung Woo and detective Lee Min-Hyung work together is so intense. They clash so often, and a lot of it comes down to Jung Woo’s unresolved pain. Their relationship is complicated, but it makes sense because his trauma is coloring everything he does, especially when it comes to trusting others.
- Lingering Issues: The crazy part? Jung Woo’s past isn’t just a memory, it’s linked to the cases they’re solving. There’s this constant reminder that his trauma is still influencing his decisions, and it just keeps coming up in the most unexpected ways.
Watching Jung Woo’s journey feels so real. His past is never far behind, and you can see how it affects every choice he makes. It’s not just about the surgeries or the cases, it’s about his growth and healing. Face Me hits hard in the best way, doesn’t it?
Watch Face Me Every Wednesday and Thursday on KBS2 at 09:50 PM (KST).