Tune in for Love

Tune in for Love

Year: 2019

Runtime: 122 min

Language: Korean

Director: Ji-woo Jung

DramaRomance

In this poignant romance, serendipity brings together two souls - a studious young woman and a free-spirited teenager - at a quaint bakery. As they repeatedly cross paths, their connection grows stronger, only to be thwarted by the twists of fate, leaving them to wonder if their love will ever find its perfect harmony.

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Timeline – Tune in for Love (2019)
Trace every key event in Tune in for Love (2019) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

Hyun-woo's Release

In 1994, Hyun-woo is released from prison and begins a new chapter in his life. He takes a part-time job at Mi-soo's bakery, marking the start of his journey toward redemption.

1994 Bakery
2

New Friends and Old Memories

As Christmas approaches, Hyun-woo's old friends arrive, creating a nostalgic yet disruptive atmosphere at the bakery. Their visit disturbs Eun-ja and prompts her to ask them to leave, raising questions about Hyun-woo's commitment to his new life.

Christmas 1994 Bakery
3

A Night of Remembrance

Later that night, Hyun-woo and his friends gather at a soju bar to honor their deceased friend, Jyeong-hyeop. The mood shifts dramatically when a fight breaks out, reminding Hyun-woo of the violent past he is trying to leave behind.

1994 Soju Bar
4

New Paths in 1997

By 1997, the bakery is closed, and both Mi-soo and Eun-ja have moved on to different jobs. Hyun-woo is working as a furniture mover when he encounters Mi-soo again, reigniting old feelings and unresolved tensions.

1997
5

The Departure

Mi-soo surprises Hyun-woo by creating an email account for him to keep in touch while he goes off for military service. However, she forgets to provide him the password, an oversight that foreshadows future communication struggles.

1997 Mi-soo's Apartment
6

A Changed Landscape

In 2000, the bakery has transformed into a real estate office, symbolizing the changes in their lives. Hyun-woo, fresh from military service, realizes Mi-soo has moved and desperately seeks a way to reconnect with her.

2000 Old Bakery
7

Miscommunication

After successfully gaining access to his long-lost email account, Hyun-woo learns of Mi-soo's desire to reconnect. However, chaos ensues when an angry mob unexpectedly disrupts his job, damaging his only line of communication with her.

2000 Hyun-woo's Workplace
8

Five Years Later

Fast forward five years, Mi-soo is now a successful author and Hyun-woo has become a video editor. Their relationship blossoms as they start dating, marking a significant turning point in their lives together.

2005
9

Confronting the Past

When Hyun-woo's old friends remind him of Jyeong-hyeop's tragic death, painful memories resurface. Despite his attempts to distance himself from that past, he faces the consequences when he learns Mi-soo discovers his history.

2005 Jyeong-hyeop's Old House
10

Heartbreak

In a painful confrontation, Hyun-woo confesses his feelings to Mi-soo but is met with indifference as she acknowledges his troubled past. As she drives away, he is left devastated, facing the consequences of his secrets.

2005 Street
11

A Hint of Hope

Despite the heartbreak, Hyun-woo finds a new job as a video editor for Yoo Yeol's show. During his first broadcast, he gives a shoutout to Mi-soo, rekindling her hope and prompting her to visit him.

2005 Broadcast Studio
12

Reunited at Last

Mi-soo arrives at the studio excited to see Hyun-woo after his shoutout. Their reunion comes with smiles and shared memories, offering a glimpse of reconciliation and new beginnings.

2005 Broadcast Studio

Last Updated: December 13, 2024 at 06:47

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