Head Over Heels episode 7 review: When the ghost takes a coffee break

Episode 7 of Head Over Heels walks into the room like it forgot why it was here in the first place. After the chilling tension of episode 6, with its heavy emotional beats and a looming sense of dread, this chapter feels like a sudden shift into a parallel universe where stakes evaporate in a puff of comedic fog.

It’s not that the episode is outright bad; it flirts with a kind of goofiness that undermines the malicious weight carefully built up so far. We end up in a strange limbo where possession becomes a part-time job, and the spirit feels more like an awkward roommate than a cosmic threat.

From terror to giggles

The biggest tonal whiplash in Head Over Heels hits right at the start. Gyeon-woo, who was supposed to be under the grip of a truly dangerous entity, spends most of the episode wandering around with the spirit occasionally slipping in and out depending on whether Seong-ah is physically touching him. Instead of deepening the dread or showing the psychic cost of possession, Head Over Heels leans into physical comedy and awkward close calls. The feeling of urgency fades away.

What used to be perceived as an unstoppable force now appears strangely negotiable. The ghost simply stands by while our characters tiptoe around each other. It's almost as if the threat took a day off to let the couple have their clumsy moments, transforming what could have been an intense and terrifying episode into a stage for fanservice and romantic hijinks.

Ghost diplomacy

In what should have been a defining moment for Head Over Heels, Gyeon-woo makes an agreement with the spirit. The entity, introduced as truly malicious, suddenly reveals a willingness to compromise and converse, a pivot that feels rushed and undercooked. There’s a certain charm in seeing him wrestle with his own mind and body, but the way this plot point unfolds leaves a trail of question marks.

Seong-ah’s role as a mudang (shaman) barely makes a dent in this equation. The narrative doesn't dive into her spiritual strength or her fear; instead, she’s reduced to physical contact as a plot device. The ghost, previously built up as a relentless danger, ends up feeling like a guest star in his own arc, which undercuts the supernatural weight that Head Over Heels had been building.

Stakes on vacation

This episode of Head Over Heels seems obsessed with softening every edge. By focusing heavily on romantic tension and humor, the story replaces its frightening essence with more cheerful, almost sitcom-like moments. You may find yourself laughing, truly, but almost immediately you begin to question why you're laughing when a person's life could be in danger.

Overall, it’s a delightful viewing experience, and the chemistry between the leads captures your interest, but there remains a constant feeling of frustration. Head Over Heels had skillfully built its supernatural tension, and now it seems like it has tripped on a banana peel.

When Head Over Heels forgets the chill in its spine

Episode 7 lands around a three out of five. It’s not a disaster; there are still moments of sweetness and charm, and you don’t walk away hating it. But if you were invested in the creeping horror and psychic tension, this chapter feels like a shaky detour, a glossy side quest that leaves you rolling your eyes as often as you smile.

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And it beats. Wobbly. Because someone let go.

Rating with a touch of flair: 3 out of 5 possessed giggles.

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