After watching The Memories of The Alhambra together with my husband we both became huge fans of Hyun Bin. The man is incredible, manly, handsome, righteous and he has that "quietly suffering" face which demands sympathy and respect. Hyun Bin alone was the reason to watch (in the beginning).
I was also thrilled to see Son Ye Jin, an excellent and emotionally mature actress as a female lead, knowing she will be able to have a great chemistry with Hyun Bin, and also convincingly play anyone, really.
I like how the plot unraveled, the details of their growing relationship.
My heart was warm from watching almost all of the supporting cast: the guys from captain Ri's troupe (five guys hanging out - their dynamic - very fun), the ladies from the North, especially not kdrama depiction of parents.
I simply love it.