Critics from Shay on Medium praise the leads for their "skillful performances" of introverted characters, noting that much of their relationship is conveyed through subtle facial movements rather than dialogue.
After a drunken accident where Dong-jin cuts his hand, Woo-joo follows him to ensure his safety, marking a clear moment where her empathy for him begins to outweigh her original desire for revenge. Call It Love 2023 Episode 5
The episode ends with the unexpected arrival of Min-young just as Woo-joo asks Dong-jin out to dinner, creating a high-tension triangle that stuns the characters. Thematic and Artistic Review Critics from Shay on Medium praise the leads