Ko Kyoung's "Love Lesson" (2013) attempts to portray a quirky and unconventional romance between an aspiring cartoonist and her new, older art instructor, but ultimately falls flat, delivering a cringeworthy and unmemorable cinematic experience. The film suffers from a severe lack of narrative depth, mistaking contrived scenarios and awkward interactions for genuine romantic development. The supposed "charming" connection between the protagonists feels forced and artificial, lacking the emotional authenticity necessary to make their relationship believable or engaging. The dialogue, often laden with clichéd pronouncements about art, life, and love, feels painfully artificial, as if the writers simply strung together a series of awkward encounters without any regard for natural conversation or character progression. Instead of a fresh take on romance, it offers a superficial and often uncomfortable spectacle of misguided affection.
Is it worth watching? No, unless you have an exceptionally high tolerance for awkward romantic tropes and a superficial portrayal of a relationship. There are far more nuanced and impactful films that explore the complexities of love and mentorship.