A recent viral video highlighting emotionally powerful dialogue from Korean dramas is reigniting discussion about the importance of screenwriters in the Korean entertainment industry — and why many viewers believe artificial intelligence can never fully replace human storytelling.
Among the dramas receiving the most praise is We Are All Trying Here, a healing drama that has quietly built a passionate fanbase despite fierce competition from other high-profile Korean series currently airing.
The viral clip, widely shared across social media and Bilibili, showcases several deeply emotional lines from the drama while emphasizing the long-standing belief in Korean entertainment that “the screenwriter is king.”
Many viewers pointed specifically to the work of renowned writer Park Hae Young, who is behind acclaimed dramas including My Liberation Notes, My Mister, and Another Miss Oh.
Fans argued that the emotional complexity and realism of Park Hae Young’s writing demonstrate why top Korean screenwriters remain irreplaceable even as AI technology rapidly expands into creative industries.
One popular online comment read: “A film’s success depends on many things, but the script is always the foundation.”
Others noted that in South Korea, famous screenwriters often receive recognition equal to — or even greater than — directors and actors. Discussions about new Korean dramas frequently mention the writer’s name first because audiences strongly associate storytelling quality with specific creators.
Many viewers also praised We Are All Trying Here for its emotionally raw exploration of loneliness, self-worth, and personal healing.
The drama follows several struggling individuals searching for peace while battling feelings of failure and emotional exhaustion in everyday life. Its realistic portrayal of pain, vulnerability, and human connection has resonated deeply with audiences.
The series stars Koo Kyo Hwan, Go Youn Jung, Oh Jung Se, Kang Mal Geum, Park Hae Joon, Bae Jong Ok, Han Sun Hwa, and Choi Won Young.
Recently, the drama also sparked debate online over a controversial scene involving Go Youn Jung’s character Byeon Eun Ah placing her coat around Hwang Dong Man, played by Koo Kyo Hwan, creating an image some viewers interpreted as awkwardly maternal.
While some criticized the moment as uncomfortable, others defended the scene, arguing that viewers who watch the full drama rather than isolated clips would better understand its emotional context and symbolism.
Despite the divided opinions surrounding certain scenes, the overall conversation surrounding We Are All Trying Here continues reinforcing one message echoed repeatedly by Korean drama fans: strong writing remains the heart of great storytelling.
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