After receiving recommendations on MDL and Netflix, I finally decided to watch this series. Truth be told, I was a bit apprehensive as it did not look anything like my usual picks. That was my energy before watching this series... it was the complete opposite after I watched. I really wished I was not so stubborn and decided to see it sooner.
Itaewon Class is a progressive K Drama that feels different, and tackles tenuous matters that many other dramas avoid. Solely on that basis, this series deserves commendation for daring to do so. For being brave and bold enough to put out art that can encourage the important conversations.
I became invested from Episode 1, which was easily my favourite episode. The cinematography was beautiful and the groundwork for an intriguing story was laid. However, I do think the scene where Park Saeyori beats up Jang Geun-won at the hospital to be slightly dramatic and a bit drawn out. While I understand it is an emotionally-charged moment discovering that Geun-won was responsible . I think it could have been better done. Still this may be my all time favourite episode of a K Drama. It is really poignant and captivating, with some really great moments.
The story progressed really great in the early episodes, in my opinion. The characters were very interesting and layered especially Oh So ah, Yiseo and Geun-soo.
I am Afro Caribbean and was eager when Kim Toni appeared on my screen. It is impressive that he has learnt the Korean language but his acting honestly still needs some work. What he can do extremely well is sing. Everyone should check him out singing Start with Gaho on Youtube. It is incredible to listen their version! Besides the songs Start, Still Fighting, Maybe and Sweet Night the OST did not really stir me.

Some of the Life Lessons Interwoven in IC:

All Unfair Games Will Play Over
Injustices and evils committed against others do not simply disappear, they return in this karmic cycle called life. I longed to see Saeroyi get his revenge against Jang Dae-hee.

Just Keep Going
Even in the face of life's curveballs and surprises keep pushing forward. Saeyori's journey took him from the prison to the boardroom.

The Tables Can Turn
Jang Dae-hee was oncce highly revered as the owner of an extremely successful food company. Years later, the company is in limbo and being investigated for various crimes.

Power Is People
I think this perspective that Saeyori adopted is a nugget of wisdom that is often easily forgotten. The relationships that we forge with one another is our true richness and power. Also don't be afraid to connect with persons who may seem different from you like he did with Hyun-yi.

Now about the love story. I really wished he ended up with Oh So ah in the ending. But Yiseo was really a ride or die chick. Honestly, the last two episodes were not the best. Still I think this is a drama worthy of your attention. The lessons in it are paramount.

IC IS STILL SWEET!