Content:  In this podcast, we talk about the South Korean drama series "Twenty Five Twenty One" from 2022 about two young people, Na Hee-do and Baek Yi-jin, who connect amidst the 1997 financial crisis.  We highlight the show's blend of humor and drama, following the characters' journey from teenagers to adults and their pursuit of dreams and love. We praise the series' technical aspects and unconventional storytelling, and particularly commend Kim Tae-ri's acting performance as the young protagonist. We note the shift in tone as the characters mature and face life's challenges.  Plot:  The TV series is set in the late 1990s and follows the lives of Na Hee-do, an aspiring fencer, and Baek Yi-jin, a young man rebuilding his life after his family’s financial ruin.  The two meet at the ages of 17 and 22 and develop a deep bond amidst personal struggles and the 1997 South Korean financial crisis. Through fencing, love, and friendship, they navigate the joys and challenges of youth.  Starring Kim Tae-ri and Nam Joo-hyuk, the series blends nostalgia with emotional depth, exploring dreams, resilience, and the bittersweet passage of time.  

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