A let down for the Weak Hero Manhwa fans
This is coming from someone who is reading and REALLY enjoys the manhwa.This show was just disappointing. When I heard of this adaptation I was really excited for it and it really did deliver with the acting, music and fight choreography. However, the main thing that makes or breaks everything is the story and it was completely changed from the manhwa. I can understand not wanting to copy directly from the comic but then why use the name of the comic in the first place? Most of the episodes felt like filler and the characters were not in character.
If you have not read the Manhwa and enjoyed this tv show then I definitely do recommend checking it out. I was immensely disappointed coming to this from the Manhwa.
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Heartrenching, enraging masterpiece
Tbh I’m a fan of the manhwa that happens to also watch kdramas etc, and let me tell you this was 100% it for both.Plot wise it doesn’t cover the story of the manhwa but tells the story before the beginning of it. Bits and pieces of the drama have appeared in the manhwa in flashbacks and such but not, well, not THIS.
They took a story about a teen who facing tough times and his own genius, ends up making actual friends ready to stand by his side through everything and making the best casting choices I’ve seen to date brought it to life.
Every single actor have their moments and they all make you actually connect. The scenario is built in a way that kills your insides at the end but also makes you understand the manhwa in such a different light. Every reader have their own suspicions when reading but actually coming face to face with such a story and that, done through such acting, directing, everything is perfection.
Idk what else to say, honestly I’ve seen this one too many times.
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Emotionally grappling
The intricate relationships between the characters, the raw emotions portrayed, and the intense conflicts they face make the story captivating and thought-provoking. The way the characters navigate through their challenges, support each other through thick and thin, and ultimately find strength in their unity is truly inspiring. The story delves deep into the complexities of human nature, the power of friendship, and the resilience needed to overcome life's obstacles. It is a rollercoaster of emotions that will keep you on the edge of your seat, eagerly anticipating what will happen next.Was this review helpful to you?
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Park jihoon acting is the most AMAZING thing i ever saw!
I watched it 3 times. I am waiting for 2nd season!!All the actors did amazing job! it's a must-have ;)
the story is a about quiet but very smart high school student (sieun)
and the boy who is always sleeping at school and works after classes, he is very good at sports and he is training in MMA (suho). then in the first episode, those two started to become friends. it’s really cute and sweet how they protect each other all the time. then we have beon-Seok, who transferred from another school for rich people because of bullying, in this school, there are also some bullies whose as an aim took Sieun, but he gives with suho good punishment too tho so bullies. those 3 guys become friends that get in trouble together and try to survive together. than there is a girl that helped them and become new part of the group. Beom-Seok was verrrry jelouse and he felt lonely. so he become friends with bullies from school and not only. he want to be a bad guy and get revenge on his friends. suho is mad at him but sieun was Kind of sad and he hopped he will come back. and don’t want to spoil the ending. but there is a lot of fighting scenes and one of the person will end up in coma. they won’t be friends like that used to be. and one of them ends painfully the drama with sweet revenge, his suffering and transferring to another school.
it’s ver worth watching it’s my fav drama!!??
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Quiet Achiever
Loved this series. This was unexpected as I stumbled across it on YT. It's also on Viki.All the cast played their part well. The action flowed; the dynamic between each person was showcased well with the bad guys being just as much intricate as the good guys. The overall plot wasn't complicated. I love high school series and the ML was excellent in that his characteristics were basically robotic, emotionless pretty much, but you still got to see what was ticking on inside his head. You see the changes in his personality as he starts to develop empathy towards the people now closest to him. A bromance of sorts which I love this dynamic.
I'm anticipating S2 to be out (hopefully) this year.
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I rec 100%??
if u watched this drama and u wanna know the ending without waiting for season 2(i acc gave up for s2) u should read the webtoon!! since it's based of it and the webtoon starts from the ending of the kdrama since the whole thing is a back story for the mc, literally the best kdrama ever I enjoyed every detail abt it the story,the character,the astathic everything tbh the only bad part here is the ending which I don't wanna call it an end since there's s2 but I rlly hated how they ended the series on an edge AND the are making us wait for what 4 years?? like dude the series are already popular why are u taking so long oml??Was this review helpful to you?
So So Good! I Slept Too Long On This
I am appalled that I slept on this show for so long. It is by far one of the best kdramas I’ve seen. Period. The acting of each was by far so convincing it had me immediately siding with Park Ji-hoon, who is my absolute faborite character. His character growth was as flawless as the innate traits that made Si-eun who he was. I rooted for him all the way- he could do no wrong in my mind. And Choi Hyun-Wook as Su-ho…he’s the good guy who takes no shit effortlessly that I love so much. His influence on Si-eun is nothing but positive, and the relationship they have is like best friend brothers. (My BL heart had a few moments there though…you can’t really blame me for the fleeting ship I repeatedly sent back to dock…especially since I did send it back to dock successfully in the end).I wanted revenge just like Si-eun. Hong Kyung as Beom-seok showed such a range of character…I applaud this actor for going from victim to villain/victim so well. I can’t like Beom-seok, but can’t hate him either. His father is the true villain in my book. Reall, all the adults-where tf where they?! I mean, really? And Kim Su-gyeom as Yeong-bin…he’s such a cute irl but his character? I was glad for every single punch he received. The “I don’t care” from Si-eun came from me, too!
I can’t wait for Season 2…I know Si-eun is gonna make waves where ever he is and I’m here for it.
The only thing that was frustrating was that I could watch episodes 1-7 on YouTube but I had to do a crazy and slightly desperate search for Episode 8, which I found in Dailymotion. (The relief was REAL.) But that’s mild.
I’ll be eagerly awaiting the release date for S2 this year…hopefully sooner rather than later. Meanwhile, I’m off to watch more shows with Park Ji-hoon because I’m a new fan.
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where do I even start
I loved this drama from end to finish it was so simple yet said so much about people and why you should never judge them. I do believe that the ending shouldve been better, since it felt quite rushed and as if there was some plot missing to the storyline but otherwise it wouldve been a 10/10 the casting for the main character was insane, throughout the drama there was so much friendship chemistry between the characters especially the mc it was insane, the actors eyes potrayed such an emotion that could've had a story just on their own. It was mentioned throughout the drama that his eyes were cold yet I felt something different whenever I saw they was he stared at the characters as if it was real life. I definitely recommend this if you want a tragic yet constant emotional ride when watching somethingWas this review helpful to you?
Absolutely amazing!
This is one of the best adaptations I’ve ever seen. Most adaptations just don’t live up to my expectations, but this one exceeded them. I 100% recommend this.The cast has to be the best part of this drama. When I found out Park Jihoon would be Sieun, I knew it was going to be amazing, and I was right! Choi Hyunwook is also an amazing actor, and he played his role perfectly! I LOVE LOVE LOVE the ost for this drama. It’s one of my favorites. I still listen to it even to this day!
I absolutely can’t wait for season 2 of this. Hopefully they keep up the good work!
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What A Phenomenal Drama
This is an intense show already. I'm on episode four and man, just seeing ML, Si-Eun (Park Ji-Hoon) smile for the first time is pretty remarkable. I also just finished Twinkling Watermelon a few days ago so it's nice to see Choi Hyun Wook again. Can't wait to see Ryeoun as well!That tiny shred of happiness was very short-lived. What on Earth is Beom-Seok's (Hong Kyung) problem?
The way these people don't communicate is killing me. First Yeongi (Lee Yeon) doesn't tell Si-Eun about the message from Beom-Seok, then Si-Eun doesn't tell Su-Ho (Choi Hyun Wook) about the bad guys holding Yeongi hostage.
Beom-Seok such a vile, pathetic, disgusting excuse for a human. He's worse than the actual OG bullies because at least they accept who they are. What's crazy is I saw multiple people saying he was actually portrayed far worse in the web toon.
This fricking cliff hanger. I hate it all so much. I swear when I looked it up prior to starting this, it said that Weak Hero Class 2 came out in 2024. Boy am I bummed out that it hasn't even started! Regardless, this show was amazing and the actor's absolutely crushed it.
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perfect literally
it's not the same as the webtoon but it shows it in a different way but it's still on the same basis and it's made me cry. I love this and I've watched it a few times already over the months. certainly something to come back to. and I can't wait for season 2.the acting was really good. the emotional moments, the betrayals, the anger and the revenge was perfect. i love how they show the struggles of each of the three main characters. they all have some problems and some can live with them but one used it to an advantage.
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Weak Hero Class 1 is a must watch!
Oh my god I just finished it and I just can't, it's amazing.At first I felt bad for Beom Seok for hanging out with the wrong people similar to the guys that used to bully him. I mean, it was nice to see him smile but for the wrong reasons! I started to dislike him when he was starting to become a bully himself, which was really disappointing to see.
Shi Eun has my heart ?? Park Ji Hoon did an amazing job and he played the character so well that he made me feel every emotion.
Soo Ho.... PLEASE WAKE UP ? Choi Hyun Wook also did a wonderful job so please don't let that be the last of him!!
All the bullies can go to prison for all I care.
Please watch it, it is such an astonishing show! You will not regret it.
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