Talking about real stuff
Well...mostly at least. Although I found this drama very lengthy, it carries a special place in my heart due to the things that are talked about. Taboo topics that aren't very well spoken of in some countries are put into the spotlight in this drama - which I'm a sucker for. I honestly love people who use their public platform to speak about gender, racism and self developement in any form.The following might be very controversial, brace yourselves (no spolers don't worry)
To be completely honest, there is none but one character in this Drama that I actually like...and the one I do like is a support role (hurray Kim Donghee). It's hard to say why I don't like these characters without giving spoilers but what I can say is, that I'm not a big fan of selfish "step over another" people. Nevertheless (Song Kang stans hands up) I guess not really liking any of the characters makes this drama even more charming, since you don't really have anyone to root for and, in my case, can watch without really caring what happens to the individuals.
I know I have been quite hard on this drama but it is only because most people know of it or have even seen it...so maybe people know what I'm talking about.
The overall acting as well as the production are perfect, all of these Actors and Actresses reall unterstood their assignments portraying their roles.
I'm guessing I am pretty torn between liking and disliking this one, so I really think it depends on taste and preference in story and development thereof.
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I'll start with saying that I'm no Kdrama expert. If anything, I'm a total newbie. That is to say that, I've no means nor any intention to compare the show or the actors to anything else. Now coming to the point, I did think of Itaewon Class as rather interesting in the start. But it went on to become unstable from interesting and then nonsense from unstable. While the first 4 episodes of the show builds upon the premise to give you hope, the final 4 epsiodes just ruins pretty much all of your expectations. I know it's called drama for a reason, but you expect it to satisfy the least of your expectations. On the contrary Itaewon Class managed to do practically everything I dislike towards the end. I actually do think that it's quite incredible in itself, not gonna lie. A story that could've become a lot with better handling and a romance that doesn't make much sense is self explanatory for everything the show did.
All that said, I actually do expect most people to like this, as I know my tastes are quite weird in itself and that the very thing that drives me to dislike this is what people usually love to see. But if I meet someone with my tastes and have to recommend it based on a scale of 1-10, I'll give it a 0, not because the show is particularly bad, but because I don't want someone else to feel the disappointment I felt. Just know that it's not everyone's cup of tea and watch without any expectations in particular, and that'll help you either really like it or at the very least not be disappointed.
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12 episodes in, the unlikeable characters have become increasingly irritating to watch, especially Yi Seo. Park Seo Joon is the only one holding this drama and even then his character this time is naive and so idealistic it's eye-roll worthy. I find myself rooting for evil Jangga boss and his sons instead, that's how irritating the protagonists are. Too bad, I really want to like this drama because anything with PSJ is usually good.
Not sure if I will even finish watching, at 12 episodes with just 4 more to go I'd probably power through just to conclude and be glad that it ends, unlike other dramas which has left me sad that it ends.
Sadly, this is nowhere near as enjoyable as Crash Landing on You.
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Had everything but 'class' ...
Ah .. where to begin.I went into this without even reading a synopsis, dove on into the murky water.
And what murky water it was.
First episode was .. interesting.
I feel the 1st person visual experience of the dad's accident was not needed; made me cry (my own dad died in a car accident).
The villainous son had such an odd look to him - almost like a modern joker in Korean form.
I can't put my finger on it, but his look was just off throughout.
I kind of felt bad for him b/c he was clearly mentally sick due to years of abuse.
Which brings me to the bad dad, the owner of Jaanga (or however you spell it).
He said he started the company so his family would never starve YET he starved his family of the most important thing - love.
He was horrendous to everyone around him, especially his sons.
And do people really get away with slapping others in front of a whole board meeting?
Such odd concepts of abuse scattered about that seem almost over kill (for lack of a better word).
He was a vile creature and the actor portraying him did a great job pulling off the sliminess of the character.
The ML was nothing too special - his feelings were kind of all over the place in the end.
And what was with the romance angle?
His first love choice was just weird; selfish, self centered, and grossly contradicted his core persona.
Then the FL was obnoxious, had horrible hair (distracting throughout), was creepy stalker-ish with ML, completely unprofessional, and her overall role was just ridiculous.
How is a teenager (with no societal status other than social media followers) leading corporate big wigs around, calling the shots?
And then the "woke" concepts they tried to fit in this ... *smh*
There were several that could've been left out.
The story was all over the place already and the side issues were flung in there with no rhyme or reason.
There was no chemistry, no romance, very little solid story to go off of, and outlandish business scenarios.
The music was not that great .. intro song grated my nerves.
Eh .. it was a weekend watch that ended up not being very enjoyable.
Just more garbage churned out by Netflix.
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I started watching this drama for my great love for food, cooking and Park Seo Joon and I just finished it. I wanted to write a review for a long time but I waited to finish this. IT IS PERFECT. The story is really nice and refreshing, with the right amount of drama and cuteness. Everything makes sense and you won't skip even one thing. The caracters are amazing, with great development, everyone even the side characters has a backstory. They use great with all the seriousness and in the right directions themes like powerful yet sensitive women (Ms. Kang, Grandma, Soo Ah, Yi Seo etc), a black character and a trans character in the main cast. I never saw something like this in any other drama. And the cast was perfect for everyone, with special credit to Park Seo Joon and the "Jang family" Yoo Jae Myung, Ahn Bo Hyun, Kim Dong Hee. Also, really good soundtracks with a lot of emotions.And as an architect, I really couldn't forget the really nice scenery and plans. A lot of Itaewon and you feel like you are there even if you never went.
Overall it is a really nice drama which ends with a comforting feeling. No character is good and bad, make mistakes and underastands the meaning and the concequences of them. Besides, that's how life works.
(I'm sorry for any mistakes. English is not my first language)
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The premise is intriguing. It's trying to explore people between humanity and trying to survive facing of prejudice in social class and status in society. It trying to explore about how much human would do in the worst situation in social standing, versus someone who already achieve so much, and has acknowledge high status in social standing. There is both opposite reaction between the way Soo Ah and Sae Ro Yi choose path in other to rise and being accepted and succcessful . And it's intriguing aspect in the narrative that never explore succesfully. It lack great effort to dig deeper and the writers certainly playing safe. Sae Ro Yi, someone who has so many handicap in earlier episode to achieve his goals, suddenly achieve so much and has so many advantage , so is the story, as if refusing to get deeper, and end up less believable. And in the end, they are losing track in the third act. . Some character action and development felt contrived and inconsistent. Well, After this, I really become appreciate a writers who attempt to write a very well written complex character, dare to take a risk in the myth of losing audience. Nice attempt though. I understand of what the writers want to convey, but it's just never reach the potential and feels less belivable in execution, in terms of writing and the direction. But thankfully, the unconvincing plot get helped by the strong performances from Yoo Jae Myung and Ahn Bo Hyun, who make a really convincing villain, and a reliable acting from the rest of the cast. Or else skip this drama and don't wasting your time,
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What I think about this series
Ep 8 is on fire. That complex move that the directors, screenwrighters and producers put in there is so cool. Its like trying to make us think if Yi-Seo is actually joining the other team or not.Basically I am jungshook at the twist plot, I mean... When Yi-Seo entered the Jangga.Co's building. My heart stopped beating due to the fact she is the main character so she cant betray the male character but my mind has so many doubts. But like is she planning to do something to their business or what because this hold for new episodes to be uploaded is nerve-wracking. But I think she has a trick up her sleeve since she likes Park Sae Ro Yi.
Favourite Part:
When I was spectating the Behind The Scenes of 'Itaweon Class' there was this scene-they were suppose to kiss but they were joking around and making fun of each other. Also when Yi-Seo kiss-blocked Soo-Ah and mentioned the 'Criminal Law Article 32' but then thinking about it she kissed him as well so she basically- I love her.
Ending:
Oh also people ahould stop thinking Yi-Seo is self-centered or selfish but basically thats her character, role. So people shouldnt say that they thinkbis the actress that makes Yi-Seo bad. I am sure enough that those peopld are no better than her. Anyways if u think she is cringy always remember nobody is perfect.
Thanks for reading.
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And I am so happy that Saeroyi managed to be successful and found the love of his life.
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The will power to go on
Itaewon Class is definitely a K-drama I think everyone should check out at least once. It’s packed with moral lessons that can really boost anyone’s confidence while they’re working hard to reach their goals. So far, it’s the best K-drama I’ve seen! The performances by Park Seo-joon, Kim Da-mi, and Kwon Nara are top-notch, and they really nailed their characters. I was on the edge of my seat waiting to see Park Seo-joon succeed! Overall, the message of this K-drama is super inspiringWas this review helpful to you?
Resilience, Revenge, and the Road to Success—A Story That Inspires
Itaewon Class is more than just a drama; it’s a powerful tale of ambition, perseverance, and the strength to rise after every setback. Park Seo Joon’s portrayal of Park Sae Ro Yi was so immersive that I felt like I was part of his team, helping him build his dream business from the ground up. His unwavering determination and leadership made the journey truly captivating.The storyline, driven by themes of business, revenge, and personal growth, kept me engaged throughout. While the romance subplot didn’t resonate with me as much, everything else—the character development, conflicts, and especially the music—was executed brilliantly. The soundtrack heightened every emotional moment, making the experience even more impactful.
For its compelling storytelling and exceptional performances, Itaewon Class absolutely deserves a 9.5/10 from me!
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