I can't take it after 9 episodes
There is way too much stupidity in the plots and after 9 episodes I couldnt take it anymore and jumped to episode 15 and it was still bad so jumped to the finale and still seemed kind of weakI thought somewhere in between the 16 episodes is a really good story but it got killed by the constant weak characters who seem powerless to do anything even though they possess a lot of powers.
You have this group of people who can heal, jump tall buildings, read minds. And all they can do is keep getting outwitted and outsmarted by idiots at every turn.
The biggest waste is the girl with ability to read minds as well as read any history via an object. With her in the team, you would think anything can be solved. Instead, they run around like idiots and constantly let the bad guys go with warnings and constantly look for clues even though they have the most powerful person who can find answers to anything. It's just so stupid.
And at the beginning of show, the restaurant is so popular there is a 2 hour wait outside. But after that, the restaurant is empty everyday
It's brain dead things like this that just drive me crazy. This show is not for people who want intelligent characters who can think or act with some sort of intelligence. It's for people who like exaggerated stupidity and powerful good characters that allow criminals multiple chances to try and kill people over and over again.
After watching this, you really have to watch something like Equalizer 3 or Die Hard or Taken just to see how a real person would deal with someone who hurt their family or friends.
Acting is good. Action was good. Just stupid characters unfortunately. What a waste of talent.
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Power Rangers: In Korea
This was almost exactly like Start-Up for me but better in some ways. Let me explain. This drama started out strong with good dialogue and action-packed scenes much like how Start-Up started out with the greatest of all time pilot episode. Both were pretty good till the middle-end part of the series where the dialogue and plot fall to nothing. I also want to mention that I started both dramas very early on when it was airing (I think ep 4 for both), so I felt the drop in quality every week. I feel like the writers of The Uncanny Counter just focussed more on the action aspect rather than the dialogue part, which was sad as there was way more dialogue than action. The characters in the drama became static and the action scenes became more predictable than ever. Hopefully, the second season changes some of this because I don't think I can stomach another power rangers episode at this age.Was this review helpful to you?
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A Thrilling Action-Packed Adventure: The Uncanny Counter Season 1
The Uncanny Counter Season 1 is an adrenaline-fueled rollercoaster that packs a powerful punch with its captivating action plot. The high-octane action scenes keep viewers on the edge of their seats and delivering an exhilarating experience from start to finish.One of the shining aspects of the series is undoubtedly the outstanding performances by the lead actors, So Moon and Do Ha Na. Both actors portrayed their roles with exceptional talent and conviction, bringing a level of depth and relatability to their characters that truly resonated with the audience. Their chemistry on screen was undeniable, adding a layer of authenticity to the story and making the viewing experience all the more enjoyable.
So Moon, in particular, stole the show with his endearing and infectiously enthusiastic personality. The "golden retriever" energy he exuded during his high school days in Season 1 was simply irresistible. His character brought a refreshing and charming dynamic to the storyline, and the actor's portrayal of So Moon's growth and transformation was nothing short of brilliant.
While the lead actors shone brightly, some of the supporting cast felt a bit typical and lackluster in comparison. However, the strong chemistry and family dynamic displayed within the story more than made up for it. The relationships and interactions among the characters were heartwarming and added a layer of depth to the narrative.
The exploration of the family dynamic was a standout aspect of the series. The way the show delved into the bonds and connections between the characters, especially within the family unit, added emotional depth and enriched the overall narrative. It made the viewers invest not only in the action and supernatural elements but also in the personal lives and struggles of the characters.
In conclusion, The Uncanny Counter Season 1 is a pulse-pounding adventure that delivers exceptional action sequences, engaging characters, and a heartwarming family dynamic. So Moon and Do Ha Na's stellar performances, combined with the thrilling action plot and the relatable family elements, make this series a must-watch. For fans of action-packed dramas with a touch of heart, The Uncanny Counter Season 1 offers a compelling and entertaining viewing experience that leaves a lasting impression.
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I enjoyed the comedy and pace of the drama until the twist in the middle
I enjoyed the comedy and pace of the drama until the twist in the middleThen the story started to drag abit and start trying to milk the tear ducts.
Action packed in some places, comedy in others, when they are not trying to make you sob sob. depict the evils of politics and bribery in others. And not to mention the every growing evil spirits
Satisfying ending. Like the hard emotionless character of Kim Se Jeong. Free spirited wildman Yoo Joon Sang. And the boyish innocent Jo Byung Kyoo. btw, did i mention they are a group of people who catches spirits?
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Engaging to the end
I had such a good time watching this show. It is in no way perfect, and in terms of technical aspects of storytelling and production, it probably wouldn't be among my top shows. My technical rating of it would probably be more around 8 or 8.5, but my enjoyment of it is around 9 or 9.5, so there's that.But. But...
It was seriously so much fun to watch. I really loved the basic storyline of the counters, and I loved the character development that happened for each of the main cast. So Mun's friends are actually the best, and I want a gang like that someday.
Also am I the only one who hoped that in the end So Mun and Hyeok U could become good friends? I really wanted a bigger Hyeok U redemption arc. I feel like a lot of his faults stemmed from his father and [ SP OI LER] would probably be resolved by the end, when his father is out of the equation and So Mun has helped him to realize how terrible he's been.
If you're looking for a fun show, something light-hearted with serious moments, fun characters, and a pretty good story, then watch this show. It's worth it.
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Decent action kdrama with weak writing, fight choreography and visual effects.
This kdrama is definitely good and at least worth of a single watch. The main cast and characters are written well and acted extremely well. They are extremely talented and it shows in their performances.I would like to first start off this review by pointing out the bad things about this drama. This review will contain spoilers.
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Bad:
1. The immense plot hole with the murder of Kim Jung Young in Episodes 12 and 13. The characters are told it is a suicide, yet the main piece of evidence against it being suicide is that she was shot from OUTSIDE her car THROUGH THE GLASS, which would have shattered it. She is also facing her shooter, but the gunshot wound is to the side of the head. This evidence is never mentioned. You could argue the police covered it up, but if they did then it was not mentioned at all. At other crime scenes through the series, you see other detectives and crime scene staff there. These staff would have seen the ballistic forensic evidence and would have concluded foul play, not only with the shooting occurring outside the car but with no mention of other evidence such as powder burns, fingerprints, etc.
If you're going to involve police work, crime scene investigation and deduction, then please write it so it makes sense. This will only help flesh out the world of Counters and how they have to skirt around the normal world.
Another plot hole that is not explained is how Dong Pal is also So Moon’s partner somehow? You just see him come back to Yung after Jeong Ju dies, but there are no more Dong Pal appearances nor any talk about how a counter has two partners. This pretty big plot development is just not mentioned again.
2. Fight choreography is lackluster. I kept getting frustrated with how little the fights make sense and are quite boring. They more or less slap each other a couple of times, throw each other around, and get injured when the plot demands it. There is no interesting shots/cinematography or super cool special effects. Yes, they have the Yung territory and some psychokinesis, but that rarely makes the fights interesting. The characters are portrayed training extensively, yet very little evidence of practical striking and/or grappling exists. Perhaps I am spoiled by MMA and martial arts movies, but IMO they could have done so much more with fight scenes, such as using real world striking and grappling techniques, fighting with objects, etc. The final fight scene is just so lame compared to what it could have been. Basically an empty arena and the counters kind of throw themselves at Shin without any interesting plan other than bum rush the guy. Nothing from the environment is really used besides some rocks or something.
3. Mo-tak does not visit Kim Jung Young in Yung. I did not understand how there is no scene where they meet each other while other characters (except for Ha-na) get to do so. This is more of a personal opinion, but I do feel this story beat would have hit harder for both characters had it been included.
Good:
1. Acting is pretty incredible in my opinion. The cast does a good job portraying the comedic and "super serious fight time" aspect in adapting a webtoon to live action. This does mean however you do get the over the top webtoon/anime style emotions and some plotlines.
2. The writing between the main cast also makes their team chemistry organic. It feels like they care for each other and work well together as a team.
3. Visual set design is pretty and varied. The different locations showcase the different worlds characters live in, and there are few times where you feel as though you’re watching something on a set, rather than something that is “real”.
Meh:
1. The overarching plotline(s). I understand that it is a webtoon based drama, and as such falls into the tropes in kind of a predictable way. While the counter plotline felt a little shallow, the real world plotline could have been so much more fleshed out and done better. The RW seems shallow and crafted to be around the Counter’s world, rather than something separate that they have to deal with in their work. Ji Cheong Sin’s duality could have been explored more instead of only for a couple of episodes just to make the heroes fail in that moment. Same with Mayor Shin. Villains here felt quite one dimensional instead of having complex stories that make them more interesting. Their motives and means of conducting their shady business does not seem realistic either. While they may be kind of constrained by adapting the webtoon’s writing, there is an opportunity here to craft a truly impressive world of Counters.
2. The visual effects. The only kind of cool thing is the territory because of its glowy matrix style light, while visual effects in fight scenes amount to nothing more than a couple pebbles and rocks and the “push” psychokinesis effect. With more interesting fight choreo, the VE team could have definitely had room to shine.
Overall:
It’s decent. I would say don’t expect too much besides a decent superhero type drama with some action and plot. It did not blow my socks off, but it did entertain me for a while. Temper your expectations and look past some of its lackluster elements and it’ll be fine.
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Wholesome and Gruesome go hand in hand for this one
Though the times I watched this drama weren't easy and I had barely any motivation to smile or engage in anything, I found myself enjoying this Drama, even laughing and crying whilst following the characters throughout the story. The concept and idea of this story, although I have not read the webtoon I find the overall implementation of it very felicitous.The subject and main story seems to be on the heavier side, with death and tragedy not far. Nevertheless the drama itself, the lighthearted jokes and scenes as well as the mood set make it an "easy to enjoy" Drama.
generally speaking the cast seems to be in line with eachother, their characters and the storyline, making this drama, though scifi/fantasy, very believable and relateable. I was specifically impresed with Jo Byeonggyu's outstanding acting and couldn't imagine anyone else fit for the role.
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A perfect fun and suspenseful watch
Last year I saw this coming out, and I thought to myself, "Ah, another action Netflix kdrama..." and never gave it a chance. Until recently I thought it was some mediocre action drama that I would not enjoy, like most action kdramas. Then I saw a review that was so enthusiastic about The Uncanny Counter, that I decided to give it a go on a random evening.Oh boy, was that person right! This show was such a refreshing breath of air finally, a good action kdrama that I managed to finish. One that I LOVED. Honestly, might be the first one as well.
I don't even know where to start. There are many kdramas about Grim Reapers and the evil spirits etc. but The Uncanny Counter successfully fused the supernatural, with comedy, family-drama, action and politics. While watching I was sometimes worried about how the writers were going to continue with the story, because there were so many different starting points, from the evil spirits to the mayor and politics and all the personal problems of So Mun and the other Counters. But man, they told the story with such mastery, it was smooth af.
I liked that everything was kind of connected, but wasn't necessarily intertwined. Honestly, we had everything: comedy, a lot of heartful and sad moments, hype moments and moments of frustration. Even though towards the end it kind of dragged (really just a tiny bit, maybe I'm just sensitive) they always threw in something new. Like holy freak Son Ho Jun appeared I was so happy like AHH (they could've just not decided to kill him though like...). Sometimes I was really frustrated because nothing seemed to work out and maybe there were some parts where I was like "okay, but they could've done that...", but honestly it's completely forgivable.
Cho Byeong Kyu? Eh, hello? Why didn't I notice earlier that his acting is... amazing? Maybe because he always played smaller roles, but damn, he delivered. He did a wonderful job, especially bc this is his first main MAIN role. All the other Counters were so perfectly casted, the chemistry was perfect and their relationship adorable. Please, give me the second season already.
Shoutout to all the antagonists. The actors and actresses were INSANE (sometimes those scenes scared the heck out of me, like it's disgusting, bc in my head it was a comedic show...), especially Lee Hong Nae, he creeped the heck out of me, but in those more humane moments I could still feel his sadness and fear (even though I couldn't empathize ofc the story didn't allow me to, but his delivery was really good). He definitely stole the show.
I would rewatch this without a second thought. Yeah, it was that good. One thing I liked (and this might just be a very personal thing) is that we could feel with the characters, but it wasn't extremely relatable so that I'd bawl my eyes out. It was enough to make me teary eyed, but the things that happened were enough distanced (idk how to say it...) so that I wouldn't invest too much of my emotions into the characters and their sadness. In other words, it's a really good watch, where you could just stop and go about your daily life, without feeling like something is different... It's good entertainment, but nothing life-changing. And sometimes (or very often) this is just something that we need :)
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Worth to watch!
Another 10/10 drama!The acting of everyone was awesome, from the students, to the counters, the side characters, and especially the villains! A roller-coaster of emotions for this series. I love the friendship that the counters have, the strong bond of Im Ju Yeon (Lee Ji-Won), Kim Ung Min (Kim Eun Soo), and So Mun (Joe Byung Gyu). The powers were cool, although I wish they give more background to it. And I also love all the action scenes. The bullying really made my blood boil. The actors were so great I want to punch them. Kudos to their acting! But out of all the characters I found the 2 evil spirits the best acting (Ji Cheong Sin and Baek Hyang Hee). Really recommendable!
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easily one of the best kdramas i've seen
i dont know why this drama dont have the recognition deserved, ITS ONE OF THE BEST DRAMAS! i confess had dropped in the first ep, but after i gave a chance and no regrets. each caracter have your only history and personality, what makes you love they and even untill identify with one of them, and honestly i like that very much cause you fell more conection and affection for them, and that make have to very chemistry between they too.the story is sooo captivating and creative, you never get bored with the eps.
pls just watch it right now, i have 100% confidence you'll like this if you already like dramas of fantasy, action and mistery.
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This is a fun show with heartfelt moments and a good mix of action and comedy
Looking for something heartwarming? Looking for some fast paced action?I feel like this show has a little bit of everything mixed in with it. There are kickass moments where you're rooting for the good guys and get to see justice served, but also unexpected heartbreaking moments. And if you're in the mood for utterly ridiculous comedic scenes? Those are there too! Some of my favourite comedic scenes include the team raiding a press conference and the mayor getting waste water dumped on him and an epic money heist which hinges on the ability of a certain strong dude to fake leg cramps. The show actually reminded me of the Fiery Priest, which is full of some truly epic comedy gold. (The fart scene in the vault? A classic.) But back to the Uncanny Counter.
So Mun is a really good main character - and despite getting superpowers all of a sudden he's not some perfect protagonist. You can see So Mun growing throughout the show from being this impulsive, naive kid who runs into dangerous situations by himself like a dummy to learning to be patient and relying on his teammates. His teammates are also complex characters with their own backstories and their friendships and personalities are part of what make the show worth watching.
You also get to see other people mature through the show, including the mayor's son who starts out as this major bully and transforms after being shown true kindness for the first time in his life when he is at his lowest. I feel like there was this theme of redemption with him and So Mun was a driving force in that. I don't know if he'll show up in season two but I really want them to be friends.
One of my only gripes with the show was with the Yung people and their unreasonable rules, where the Counters weren't even allowed to protect people and were just supposed to rid the world of evil spirits. I'm glad that later on they got permission to deal with the bad guys but that was seriously wack - also the way they welcomed back So Mun so suddenly after kicking him out seemed so fake.
In the last few episodes a lot of stuff happens and I found the reveal about So Mun's powers kind of weird / sudden. But I thought the show ended well and despite this being a show where you sort of know the good guys will triumph in the end, the journey there is fast paced and unpredictable with some major plot twists along the way. I'm not about to go binge read the webtoon, but I would watch season 2 if it comes out.
I would give this a solid 7.5-8.
Category: Comedy, supernatural, heartwarming, action
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dragged for too long.
liked the idea (ik the story is from a webtoon) demon hunting, counters with unique powers according to their personalities. it started off well and was heading to a good buildup of events but then it went downhill around ep 9. tbvh the entire show could've been winded up by 8-10 eps. a lot of eps in the middle felt like fillers and i felt like i was watching the same thing again and again. the entire setup felt like smtn new at the beginning but towards the middle it felt like i was watching just another weak PPL fighting rich powerful corrupt PPL and getting pushed till the last ep like a Tom & Jerry ep. had great potential but not pushed towards the right direction.Was this review helpful to you?
