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Heroes in Hiding ; Not Your Average PTA Meeting
'Moving' masterfully blends superpowers with heartfelt storytelling, delivering emotional highs and gripping action. The characters are deeply relatable, each with their unique abilities and personal struggles, making the story both thrilling and touching. The production quality is topnotch, with impressive special effects and a compelling narrative that keeps you hooked from start to finish. It's a must watch for Kdrama fans seeking a unique, engaging experience that goes beyond the typical genre conventions. Lastly I can't wait for season 2.Was this review helpful to you?
This show is good but..
For me this show is great from the action scene, acting of all actors and lastly production but...There something unclear..
The POWER SYSTEM---
- How will you determine your own strength if someone has same ability as you??
-How will you determine your chances to defeat your enemy if he has same ability as you?
I DONT WANT TO GET AN REASON LIKE
" Because they are main character, they need to win."
Poor writing character for the villain ( Not for north koreans but for NSI chief and tracker old man)
They are EASY KILL..
Conclusion:
I love this show but those question, dont give good reason to rate it higher.
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Good Enough
Korean Drama " Moving " is a supernatural thriller about humans born with supernatural abilities who try to live a normal life, sheltered from those who try to use them as weapons.The drama's pace feels off at first, but the viewer quickly settles into its rhythm, as the episodes slowly reveal each character and their past, binding everything together in the final episodes, where the tension has reached its boiling point and the big battle erupts. The idea of having each character presented in different episodes before moving on to the main plot was brilliant and it worked nicely as to create the perfect suspense for the final episodes.
In addition, the atmosphere of the drama was spot on, with the bloody battle being gruesome, but the story having enough humanity and heartwarming moments to create the perfect blend.
Finally, the performances were all enjoyable by everyone in the excessive cast, and the CGI along with the fighting scenes were top-notch.
So, overall, nine out of ten.
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You can't fly well because you're afraid of falling
The combination of superhuman abilities, intense action sequences, and a top-notch cast was a thrilling experience!!!!!!!!!The way they structured the plot, weaving together the perspectives of both students and parents was a clever move. The fact that it seamlessly weaves between past events and the present adds an extra layer of complexity and intrigue to the narrative.
It's impressive that, despite the fantastical elements of superpowers, the series maintains a grounded feel, emphasizing the in-depth relationships between characters. They put effort into developing each character, making them all unique and impactful. The star-studded cast is impressive, and it's great to see both seasoned actors and rookies delivering outstanding performances. The blend of action, drama, romance, and humor suggests a well-rounded and engaging story. The cinematography and music, they really know how to set the mood and enhance the viewing experience.
In terms of the plot, the structure is clear-cut. Approximately seven episodes focus on the present, delving into the lives of the younger generation with themes of high school romance, teenage self-discovery, and generational conflicts. The subsequent episodes shift to the past, where the parents take center stage, exposing harsh realities such as manipulation, betrayal, social stigma, and the challenges of child protection. Both segments offer compelling narratives. The final episodes deliver edge-of-your-seat action sequences, featuring an ensemble cast.
For those still on the fence, I wholeheartedly recommend this drama. It stands out as one of the best of the year, presenting a unique and refreshing addition.
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It's a moving TV show
This show feels distinctly different from what I associate with kdramas, but I guess I tend to stick to rom-coms.It is a moving, heartfelt, suspenseful, sometimes graphic with violence and gore, but at its heart it's about people and the relationships we have with our family and what we'd do to protect each other.
I enjoyed it, but often found myself distracted because some story lines dragged. I understand why some back stories were introduced and showed, but then it sometimes was too long and detracted from the suspense of the action that was happening!
There are SO many hints dropped along the way, so it didn't help when I got distracted and didn't connect/notice the hints dropped along the way. But I feel that's a problem with the pacing. I know some people say it had 'perfect pacing', but I do think this was a problem. I was engaged, but it was also a series I felt I could drop too because it lagged and dropped with pacing.
I didn't cry, so I feel that says a lot, but I did feel a lot, and my heart squeezed in so many moments.
Not likely to rewatch, not eagerly anticipating season 2 that was hinted at during post credts (MCU style), but I'd give it a go if and when it ever comes out. I'd imagine a lot of the actors/characters we saw this season would only make guest appearances in season 2 though.
Worth checking out!
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A Truly MOVING Story Served Avengers’ Style
Moving is a very unique from all the kdramas I’ve watched before. It encompasses all the genres it promised to deliver and I think it is perfect. Moving hit all the emotional points while delivering the best action sequences I’v seen. The family dynamics was also very on point and became the heart and soul of the story.Casting was perfect. Jo In Sung was the coolest black agent and the most adorable dad to Bongseok. Han Hyo Joo, was the perfect partner to the cool black agent. All of their romantic scenes were embedded on my mind. Their chemistry was amazing, even though there love story was just told in 2 episodes. Han Hyo Joo also delivered as the strong mom who takes care of her son. They were just the perfect parents. Ryu Seung Ryong was the best! I have watched some of his hits but he really delivered in this one. The soft-hearted, loving “Monster” Jang Joo Won just captured my heart in all his scenes from funny, to action, to sad scenes. I’m not gonna expand more in the casting, but they were all perfect for their characters. Especially, the very cute Bongseok-ah.
Story-telling was also good. The timeline was a little bit confusing at first, since it is not told chronologically. But as you continue watching the series, the story was told like that for a reason. Kang Full the writer of the webtoon and the series did a great job, no episodes were boring and each character was given a spotlight in the series. The show was written in a character-driven way that’s why Ioved the story. I also like the use of parallelism in the beginning and end of the drama. It showed how the characters evolved and remained true to themselves.
Cinematography was amazing. You will be hooked to all the action-scenes. My favorite was Kim Doo Shik’s, when he single-handedly raid the North Korean base. That was just mind blowing. They were also able to emphasize all the powers of the superhumans, especially with Lee Mi Hyun’s “super-sense”, which is I think the hardest to do.
To summarize, I really recommend this drama. This is a must-watch series that will totally make anyone laugh, cry, happy and sad. I hope a lot of people watch it because I want a season 2. Haha. It did open-up new story lines in the end credits scenes.
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A fun show to watch
There was many things I loved abt this show bt the thing I loved the most is everyone is the lead of the show.... Everyone has their own story, own pain nd hardships...... Everyone got enough attention nd enough time to shine.......A really fun superhero series. Without a single boring episode....
There was also hint of 2nd season......
I hope they make it a franchise like Marvel nd cover story of every single character in detail..........
There was many things tht require some explaining as the show is relatively short.
Hope tht also get done.
Like a prequel abt how Kin Doosik ended up in the NIS
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Probably the best kdrama in 2023!!
Kalau ada yg bilang cerita superheroes Amerika kalah, kayaknya ada benernya sih. Nggak sekedar "adu kekuatan", Moving ini juga sarat drama yg meaningful (you know, kadang ada bumbu drama yg ala kadarnya). Jadi, antara action & dramanya tuh pas, balance. Back story-nya kuat. Tentu saja akting para pemainnya nggak perlu diragukan karena banyak bintang besar. Tapi yang patut diapresiasi adalah para aktor mudanya yg surprisingly bagus-bagus (Lee Jong-ha yg meranin Bong-seok tuh belum terlalu sering akting lho!). Bagi yg suka cerita semacam Heroes (US Series rilisan 2006-2010), pasti bakal suka Moving. Kalau mau coba nonton, kelarin sampai episode 7 dulu, baru deh boleh nge-judge 😝 Mungkin bakal ada yg ngerasa alurnya lambat, but trust me, itu semua ngaruh ke cerita!Was this review helpful to you?
An origin story of superheroes’ parents
When I first tuned in to Moving, I thought it is another cliche Disney+ superhero series - the likes of Marvel with an Asian flavour. Here comes the but…Moving is a superheroes series that was done right. More aptly speaking, imagine this as an origin story of x-men if they were parents.I am not one who fancy flashbacks. Moving uses it well though - each scene draws me further in, made me want to understand about Mi Hyun and her protectiveness more, to hope Doo Shik is safe, as well as to cheer for Joo Won and Jae Man for every punch, even if they are already superheroes themselves.
While we were first introduced to the story via Bong Seok’s perspective, I feel that this is really a Joo Won, Mi Hyun and Doo Shik story - on their battles, on their love stories and on their journey as parents who just want their children safe. We may start the story from the children’s present timeline. But we appreciate the actions and decisions the parents’ choose at present through understanding their past experiences.
This is what made Moving feels unique - despite all the unique abilities these people already possess, they are just like us. Civilians who struggles to break free from shackles of unfair expectations placed on them, and parents who want a better life for their kids.
What’s even greater is the cast’s chemistry and acting. It made for quite a satisfying viewing experience to have great actors and actresses bring out the characters’ energy and complexity on screen. No one is a weak link in this ensemble cast.
The fight scenes are a little too gruesome for my taste. Especially since some of characters have regenerative ability, the script does not hesitate to use all sorts of creative ways for the character to “die” and regenerate. It surreal I suppose, supported with great cinematography and visual effects befitting of the characters’ abilities.
Ultimately, I would say that Moving is a simple story about a group of parents wanting their children to live a life free from being controlled and manipulated by the wrong parties.
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an above-average action show
I binged this show in like 2 or 3 days, the story was extremely gripping and kept me on my toes. In all, it was pretty good. Nothing groundbreaking but solid. I thought the whole superheroes thing was a bit dramatic but also that's on me for picking a superhero show when that's not my usual style.The only thing really notable is how they included mentally handicapped characters in the show without it being weird or a huge deal. I have never seen another drama do it so gracefully.
The CGI was pretty good, it's Disney after all. I felt like the whole cast had really good acting chemistry as well. They also gave the bad guys backstory and emotions which was a nice touch that's hard to find (although heartbreaking). The plot line made sense for the most part, it was convoluted but not really in a bad way. It was a little slow in some parts but nothing too bad. I really appreciated how it didn't rely on revenge too much in order to make the story happen (my #1 pet peeve in all shows).
NOTE: it was extremely gory. Like maybe the most gore I have ever seen in a show (I have seen some really gross ones). They were really toeing the line between necessary gore and just trying to make the audience vomit.
I would recommend this to anyone who loves a good action story, especially if you're into superheroes. Would absolutely not recommend to anyone squeamish.
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Superpower Purpose Is To Protect
The story is about a superhuman that blends into the society in South and North Korea. But the peace won't last forever. Their kids have to fight against another superhuman that is much more powerful than them. Their parents are secret agents who have to hide their power to make sure their kids are save from the mistakes that they were making in the past.I love how they have an effect on this K-drama.
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Korean Version of X-Men
Amid the recent string of disappointments in US superhero movies and TV shows, the Korean take on superhero dramas outshines its US counterpart. This series focus on family and human relationship with intensity, suspense, and heartwarming moments. It kept me interested for entire 20 episodes, and I'm eagerly hoping for a second season. It stands in stark contrast to recent US superhero movies that often feel boring. I've wholeheartedly recommended this drama to all my friends. You won't regret watching this drama.Was this review helpful to you?
