"Lovely Runner," A Feel-Good Time Travel Rom-Com
From episode 16 of "Lovely Runner" I just recently finished watching the K-drama titled "선재 업고 튀어" (transl. "Lovely Runner"; lit. "Carry Sunjae and Run") and I thought I was going to hate it. Let me explain why. I have always disliked shows or films which feature the element of time travel. The reason for my disdain for it is the fact that it is character-centric. By that, I mean that only the character who has the ability to travel back in time, has the power to change their fate and bend destiny through force of will. Not only that, but they are also the only ones to retain their memories from previous timelines, which robs other characters of the moments that they spent in other timelines. Of course, I understand that these kinds of stories require a good amount of suspension of disbelief for you to enjoy. But it still feels unfair from my standpoint, even if we grant them that leeway. There was a point in the show when I felt emotionally exha...