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Phoenix
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Phoenix (2020)

Ji Eun is the daughter of a wealthy chaebol family. She is bright, humorous, beautiful, and smart. Ji Eun meets Se Hoon, who runs a small furniture workshop. Unlike Ji Eun, Se Hoon comes from a poor family background. He was once the top student at a prestigious university, but he had to drop out due to his sick mother. Nevertheless, Ji Eun falls deeply in love with Se Hoon. She confesses her feelings to him. Se Hoon is also in love with Ji Eun, but he turns her down due to the extreme differences in their backgrounds. Eventually, Se Hoon is unable to bury his feelings any longer and they decide to marry.

K.O.3an Guo
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K.O.3an Guo (2010)

6.2
The X-Family
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The X-Family (2007)

5.7

The X-Family is a Taiwanese drama starring Pauline Lan, Jiro Wang, Danson Tang, Sunnie Huang, Calvin Chen, and Aaron Yan. It is a sequel to 2005 series KO One and was produced by Comic International Productions. The series started filming in June 2006 and wrapped in April 2007. It was broadcast on cable TV Gala Television Variety Show/CH 28 on 8 August 2007 to 23 October 2007. The prequel KO One was broadcast on 26 November 2005 to 27 May 2006 and a threequel, K.O.3an Guo was broadcast on 28 February 2009 to 27 February 2010, on cable TV Gala Television Variety Show/CH 28.

Vacation Friends
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Vacation Friends(2021)

6.3
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R
103Minutes

When an engaged couple meets an adventurous and carefree couple during their vacation in Mexico, their peaceful trip turns into a series of chaotic and hilarious events. As they indulge in drinking, partying, and drugs, their friendship grows stronger, leading to unexpected proposals, disapproving parents, and a wedding fiasco.

The Centimeter of Love
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The Centimeter of Love (2020)

8.1

Doctor Xu Qingfeng of Yanxi Hospital and Captain Guan Yuqing, both on a voyage back from studying abroad, form a strong bond through their cooperation in helping patients, only to discover that their families each hold deep, unspoken struggles.

Think Like a Man
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Think Like a Man(2012)

6.5
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PG_13
122Minutes

Think Like a Man is a romantic comedy that follows a group of friends who find inspiration in a book called Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man. The women use the book's advice to turn the tables on their men and take control of their relationships. As the men realize what their partners are doing, they decide to use the book against the women. The movie explores the ups and downs of love, friendship, and the battle of the sexes within the context of modern dating.

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Skate Into Love
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Skate Into Love (2020)

7.7
TV_14

Skate Into Love is a Chinese drama TV show that follows the story of Tang Xue and Li Yu Bing, who meet as children at a skating rink and develop a close bond. As they grow older, their love for each other deepens, but they face numerous obstacles and challenges, including competition, unrequited love, and disapproving parents. The show explores themes of friendship, youth, and the rollercoaster of emotions that come with love.

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A love story between a woman who was wronged by a past love and the man that helps her regain confidence.

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Encounter
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Encounter (2019)

7.6

Encounter is a romantic drama TV show that follows the story of a successful businessman who meets a young woman in Cuba during a business trip. Their encounter sparks a passionate romance, but they have to navigate the challenges of a disapproving parent, the pressures of their respective careers, and the complexities of an older woman-younger man relationship. Will their love survive amidst these obstacles?

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Lin Heping is a famous curator who runs into Qiao Man and is surprised to find that she looks exactly like a woman that he loved for years.

The drama is based on urban life. It tells the story of a common family of Hua Duo (Yang Zishan)and the rich second generation of He Yan (Ryan) fight, love each other, accompanied, and finally get a happy life together.

Dating in the Kitchen
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Dating in the Kitchen (2020)

7.6

Dating in the Kitchen is a romantic comedy drama that revolves around Gu Sheng Nan, a talented chef working in a top-notch hotel. Gu Sheng Nan's restaurant is on the verge of closure, and she agrees to be the personal chef of the hotel's CEO, Song Yu, to save her business. As they spend more time together in the kitchen, Gu Sheng Nan and Song Yu develop feelings for each other. However, their love faces various obstacles, including disapproving parents, personal struggles, and business difficulties.

The Oath of Love
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The Oath of Love (2022)

7.7

Lin Zhi Xiao, a budding cellist, is determined to achieve her dreams. Her father, diagnosed with cancer, drastically changes her life. Gu Wei, the doctor in charge of her father's treatment and facing his own struggles, enters her life unexpectedly and awkwardly.

To Fly With You
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To Fly With You (2021)

8

Shen Zhengyi, a passionate ice skater, strives to become a professional short-track speed skater by joining the Zhu Feng Sports Club. Despite lacking formal training, she overcomes physical and mental challenges, earning her teammates' trust and becoming a standout competitor. Along the way, she uncovers past secrets involving her mother and coach Zhuang Yue, forming a strong teacher-student bond as both generations fight for their dreams.

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disapproving parent

Discover a collection of movies and TV series that explore the theme of disapproving parents. These compelling stories depict the struggles, conflicts, and emotional journeys of characters navigating complex relationships with their disapproving parents. From heartwarming dramas to poignant comedies, explore a diverse range of narratives that delve into the challenges, growth, and eventual reconciliation in the face of parental disapproval. Dive into this curated selection of films and shows that shed light on the universal experiences of children and parents grappling with conflicting expectations and the pursuit of understanding.

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