Reviews

simple concept, wonderfully done

I finally got around to watching this one and it's actually pretty great. I wasn't sure what to expect because it's a lot of the same cast from Joy of life, but this series is actually much more fun and clearer to follow.

The bad:
I don't have too many nitpicks here. I think some of the young cast is not as good at acting but in general the leads are pretty well done. At times the hero is overpowered, but to be fair time traveling should be a pretty big advantage.

The good:
The play on gender stereotypes is the main theme of the show and not new but the screenwriters are not too heavy handed. Lastly the hero fights his way through the story using mostly logic and doing reasonable things. His clever solutions to problems are very enjoyable, particularly the "I am your father" sequence, though they involve a lot of luck too.

The great
The ML and FL have a very cute relationship that develops in a really natural way. In fact the relationship between the second FL and the ML is pretty interesting too, and has an organic, awkward dynamic that it's hard to find in cdrama land. There is also some very clever wordplay that unfortunately only comes across in Chinese.

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Technically it is "perfect", but why do I feel like it lacks something?...

Look I know this show is very loved and regarded as the best BL ever made by so many people, but maybe it really isn't for me, despite me liking many things here. It's definitely a very well made series, it has good acting (sometimes very good), great cinematography, great music!!! (that was a plus for me), but I feel some sort of emptiness when I watch it and when I think of it, it's like it lacks warmth, like it lacks heart. But I don't think it generally lacks heart, it's just that it is so formulaic that it feels like I'm watching a to-do tutorial rather than a depiction of fictional people's lives. What I mean with it is that the characters feel shallow, more like archetypes to make the plot move than like people I would feel something for. And it shouldn't be like that cuz in theory these characters pack a lot of punch! But the way the story unfolds strips them down of their potential to be felt and they become mere acessories (except for the protagonist, Day). I'll take Mhok as an example, as I consider him the best character here both for his background and for Jimmy's ability to make me feel for him. There was a moment in the series (pretty early on I must say) where Mhok stopped becoming his own character and became an extension of Day. His function was to be there for Day and like that he loses his depth and becomes an acessory, a charming love interest. Sure he has his own worries by the latter part of the series but even then he's still in Day's shadow. But at least he's not devoid of personality like Chief Phupa in 1000 Stars. We also have very interesting side characters here like Porjai (Namtan is so great, my first time seeing her in anything) and Night, but they're even more relegated to acessories with very little time to flesh out their own struggles, which are rich. And their development as a couple all happens off-screen, which is a waste of potentially good chemistry there. Now speaking of Day, the protagonist, he is the only one that we get to see the struggles of first hand and while I personally did not enjoy the character cuz I found him unecessarily arrogant and childish through and through, his motif is very rich! But he spends the whole series dealing with his blindess, with self acceptance, with the desire to gain independence... and then at the end it was all in... vain?

So overall it's a nice series for whoever is into very formulaic stuff with tearjerker moments (that didn't make me tear up but oh well) and the happiest endings, but it kinda failed to make me feel much. It's weird cuz I feel heartless by saying this. I just keep on thinking about Moonlight Chicken and how it was so rich with so many nuances and powerful stories being told about a vast diversity of human relationships that felt close to home even when I didn't go through them in my personal life and then I think of this... there's an abyss of difference. I think Aof should do more ensemble series.

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Perfect, except the ending

I was completely captivated by this drama from the very beginning — the plot of two people both in the darkest time of their lives finding each other and healing is always so beautiful, and I think Last Twilight sets it up perfectly. You can see very easily how Mokh and Day’s clashes actually bring out honesty and clarity for each other, and the theme of acceptance and treating people with disabilities as equals are both really powerful. I also just love the fact that there aren’t any villains; everyone, even the side characters, have their subplots, their motivations, and their development.

And there’s the beautiful episode 9 ending scene, which really stole my heart and made me shed tears. It was one of the most cathartic moments I’ve ever watched and the OST, particularly the main theme by William, perfectly ties everything together emotionally.

I continued enjoying the show until the penultimate episode and I was immeasurably disappointed to be hit with the last-minute break-up trope, and even more disappointed that the reasoning behind the break-up was something that had come up in the story before but had never been an issue. It felt way too fast and out of left field.

And then the final episode came and my jaw dropped when we were suddenly hit with a three year time jump. It’s another one of my least favorite tropes, and it just feels so many things had changed in the lives of our main characters and yet we were supposed to also believe that they didn’t change that much and were able to pick up exactly where they left off without extended conversations about what kind of people they had become. We got a little bit of them addressing their situations, but I felt like the “I’m sorry for feeling pity for you” resolution felt really shallow and didn’t at all capture how much depth was in their relationship before.

There were also additional plot developments that felt so random and rushed — such as Day getting his eyesight back at the last minute. There’s the argument that it’s okay because he’s already grown to accept himself either way, but it still felt really disingenuous to the disability theme to show that he needed his eyesight back for it to be considered a happy ending. Part of this is also just because it all happened so fast it felt thrown in.

I felt like I really emotionally checked out for that last episode — there was just such a huge gap between who I was seeing on screen and the characters I’d grown to love from the previous episodes. For me, that’s the consequence of time-skips, and I’m sad because this was on its way to becoming one of my favorites before it.

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Will someone please think of the children!

When your introduction to a movie is a mad scientist and then an alligator wandering in the ruins of the city, you know you are in for a wild ride. Badland Hunters won’t be remembered for its riveting plot but when you have Ma Dong Seok swinging his mighty fists and a giant serrated machete it really doesn’t matter.

Three years after an earthquake that leveled Korea, Nam San along with teenagers Choi Ji Wan and Su Na live in an encampment called the Bus District. Due to a devastating drought, water is the most precious commodity. Nam San and Ji Wan are hunters for the people. They trade meat for whatever their neighbors can spare. A well-dressed group comes to the encampment looking for teenagers. The newcomers promise Su Na and her grandmother all the fresh water they can drink, shelter, and food at the only apartment complex to survive the quake. In a dystopian future when armed men come promising “heaven on earth”, best to be suspicious. It doesn’t take long for everyone to realize that heaven is not all it seems to be when a mad scientist is running the place. Nam San was ready bring hell to the complex to rescue Su Na.

It would have been nice to have some background info on our main characters, but in this sort of movie it’s not overly necessary. Though it stumbled about in regards to narrative, the fights were right on point. Nam San had to take the scenic route on the way to the apartment complex so that he, Ji Wan, and newcomer Eun Ho could battle their way through two gangs. While the story didn’t add anything new to the genre except for maybe the whole “I am the Lizard King” angle, the fights were well choreographed. Most of the hand-to-hand combat was in close quarters and bloody. Very bloody. Lots of dismemberments and decapitations. The big draw to a film like this was watching Ma Dong Seok do his stuff. I love this big ahjussi hitter.

The production values were fairly high though some of the destroyed city sets looked familiar from other dramas and movies set in the dry ruins of Korea. Badland Hunters didn’t set itself apart in this genre but it was entertaining. I could have used 25% more ahjussi hitter. I’m just happy Ma Dong Seok is still making this kind of fun action film at the age of 52. If you are looking for a taut script with new thrilling elements in the ruins of the future, you might need to look elsewhere, especially if you’ve seen a number of this type of movie. But if, like me, you enjoy watching the big guy pummel his way through baddies, even ones with long forked tongues, you might want to give this a try.

26 January 2024

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University set drama with the energy and vibe of a High School CDrama

( Mentally ) I'm , sheepishly , dragging the toes of my shoes left-to-right in the dust. See, the thing is this: this is the drama which got me interested in Japan - oh, how my wallet still weeps!! I , now, have 2 1/2 copies on DVD. I have two CD soundtracks. too. Now pay attention to my name, folks!!! I changed my name to KAI because of the main character. I am not only a fan of this drama; I'm a connoisseur. The only way to watch this is by binging. Give yourself over to it. All 11 episodes of it. Back -to - back. And......keep watching past the end credits of episode 11. That last minute ties-up all the other 11 episodes like a smooth, comforting, safe and loving ribbon. I love that last minute. Like Kai and Sia it is perfect as well as made for them. Last thing, folks: the music. The original OST is beautiful. You will reflect on your life. You will want to better yourself. You will want to be in love. And you will cry. However....you'll want to run out and buy yourself a baseball cap and wear in back-to-front in order to dance like you are on a ship during a storm the moment Orange Range start performing 'Shanghai Honey '.

Overall: ' Orange Days ' is about people learning to learn about themselves and about each other. You don't have to watch it. But you must watch it.

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Soldier and Spy.

I imagine intelligence work is probably very much like portrayed in this drama. No thrilling chases or big action scenes, but rather a group of weary men, drinking tea or alcohol, in a series of conversations that circle an enigma. This doesn't mean the story it's not fascinating to watch, after all we are looking for a double agent who is more likely to be among our lead characters than in some far away location pulling at strings.

This is a slow paced drama and it will ask things of you as a viewer. You will have to pay attention to details in the story because they might be important later on but, at the same time, you have to keep an eye on the bigger picture these characters are trying to paint. It's easy to get lost in the small things and miss out on the glaring obvious. The narrative can be a little confusing in the first few episodes but around episode 5 to 7 things started to take form as we got all of our players on the board, with different missions and objectives.

The strongest point of this drama is probably technical aspects. Superbly atmospheric in the hands of director Lu Yang. His camera work is implacable, its moves sinister, the rooms are filled with uncertainty, and the characters warily circle around — well, each other, really. The Wind Blows From Longxi looks, sounds and feels exactly right. The drama is faithful to the time period in all aspects, from the locations to set designs. The costumes, hair and make up are incredible tactile and you can feel the roughness of piece of fabric as you watch a scene. The cinematography, tho, it's the true star. The use of light and lenses in this drama are planned to the tee. It enhances and hides the characters' personality and true intentions, giving you clues through visuals instead of exposition. It's perfect.

The performances from all the cast are on par with the production, but particularly Chen Kun and Bai Yu. They prove to be at the top of their craft in this drama. The story asks a lot of them to be portrayed in a whisper, almost. There are times when physical conflicts happen and they are really well done but not as interesting as what came before and after.

I am aware this is is the kind of drama that it's not everyone's cup of tea, but I think you should at least try a couple of episodes and then decide because, I promise you, it's worth it.

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Korea Continues to set the STANDARD

With all 8 episodes now completed... I want to highlight this masterpiece properly. The ensemble cast really delivered. I want to particularly give praise to the stellar acting of Lee Tae Vin in the final two episodes.. he truly carried the episodes on his back and delivered the emotion needed to take this show through to its finale. Cha Joo Wan was fantastic as the love interest of the male lead. his eyes tell it all and he conveyed his emotions really well. His lines will resonate with me forever such as : you're my first everything.... I can do better with practice. A scene stealer for me though was easily Oh Min Su who portrayed Chun Sang Won and his characters opening to his own queer identity was so refreshing and he delivered some really iconic lines in the show such as '' You are so frustrating... until now I only dated girls '' ''so what If I'm gay ''

Love for Love's Sake is another Gem - I highly recommend it. Korea has a way of filming shows that really connect to me as I grew up watching shows like Skam and Skins... the way Korean actors deliver emotion through their face is so nuanced and precise that you don't ever have to guess what they are thinking.... the acting is so well done.
Korea has started the year strong yet again... they did it with Blueming in 2022... the Eight Sense in 2023 and now this in 2024.... this show is so good.. the acting is stellar... the plot is refreshing and the ensemble cast are all delivering.

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Boring.

This Drama seemed quite promising in the beginning, but it fell flat... Honestly, it felt like an awful Boys Over Flowers remake with bad acting and just an awful plot. I think there was potential but after episode 9 everything just went downhill. All the characters in the beginning annoyed me so badly, and in the end, none of the characters annoyed me anymore so I guess character development happened, but I did not see it happen, Baekhees development felt a bit forced... And this Drama didn't have that great of an ending. I wouldn't watch, It's too cheesy but not in an enjoyable way like how I found Boys Over Flowers to be. The Drama did have its moments where it was good but I don't think those few small moments are worth it enough to spend 16 hours on. I did expect too much considering 8.0 is quite high and everyone I've seen who has watched this enjoyed it, but it just wasn't for me.

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One Palm Distance

If any director was going to direct a Thai BL that would lead me to give it a perfect 10, it would be P'Aof. And Last Twilight is *chef's kiss* perfection. There is nothing about this drama that I did not love. The story, the characters, the cast, the music, every part of it came together into this beautiful, timeless whole that left me laughing, crying, sighing, and in the end, feeling utterly content.

Last Twilight starts out big, introducing the characters' pasts and what led them to their present selves and the struggles they're facing. For Day, it's the gradual loss of his eyesight and coming to grips that his life has been irrevocably altered and the fear of how others will perceive him. For Mhok, he is still dealing with his sister's suicide as well as the implications of having spent time in jail which makes it difficult for him to find a job move on with his life. When Day and Mhok meet and Mhok becomes the jaded and closed-off Day's caretaker, they slowly begin to heal each other as they find acceptance and eventually love in each other. Mhok is the one person with the ability to pull Day from the darkness he's been hiding in and back into the sunlight and back into life. With the help of others, he shows Day that his life can still be fulfilling, even if he can't see. One thing that binds the story together is the book Last Twilight which one of Day's friends had recommended for him to read. Mhok reads it to Day throughout the series and Day identifies with the main character and her struggle. They have multiple conversations about the book and it serves as an important turning point for them when they seek out the view pictured on the back of the book. It's at this lookout that Day completely loses his eyesight and when they return home, have to deal with Day's mother's wrath at Mhok having not only crossed the line with her son in entering into a relationship with him, but also, in her mind, putting her son at risk. When the surgery to fix Day's eyes fails and he's forced to reconcile himself to the fact that he may never see again, there's another shift in Day and Mhok's relationship as Day seeks to become more independent and on a trip with just the two of them, Mhok finds himself fretting about Day's safety and the pity that he has never before felt creeps in. When he receives a job offer to work as a chef in Hawaii, he turns it down, not wanting to leave Day. The fact that pity for Day played any part in his decision, even if only incrementally, leads Day to break up with him. One of the very few aspects I didn't love about this drama, and it's a minor one, was the number of time jumps at the end. If memory serves there are technically three, two that jump three years in the future each and then one that inexplicably decides to jump back three years. That first jump reunites Day and Mhok for Night and Porjai's wedding with both having been quite successful during their time apart, but the feelings are clearly still there. However, when asked for a second chance, Day turns Mhok down, afraid of a repeat of past events until a chat with his mom makes him realize that he does want that chance and after some running around, the pair are reunited, this time for good. There's a back and forth after this of Day three years after having another surgery which was successful and gave him his sight back and then bouncing back to immediately after the surgery when he first opened his eyes. The conclusion is, fittingly, back at the view where Day lost his eyesight as the pair once again talk about the book and Day is able to actually see and appreciate the scenery. It's a satisfying and beautiful conclusion to a wholesome and beautiful story.

I've seen some complaints about the pacing, but personally, I though it was pretty perfect. It was steady with hardly a fumble and never once did I find myself bored or wanting it to speed up or slow down. While I am not blind nor is anyone I know, I felt like they handled the topic of blindness quite well. Day's feelings were shown as valid and understandable as was the learning curve both for himself and those around him as he reentered the world and learned to live in it. I think it really pinpointed that oftentimes what stands in our way is ourselves. If we're willing to put ourselves out there and take a chance, then abled or disabled, the sky is really the limit. I similarly appreciated that despite getting pregnant outside of wedlock, Porjai was not treated as a pariah and was not judged, at least not that we saw. As women are often ostracized in that situation, it was refreshing as was Night and Day's mother obvious acceptance of her and her daughter.

Last Twilight really was, for me, practically perfect. There were a few things that I might have liked more information on or to delve into more, but I feel like I'm being more nitpicky than anything as most things couldn't be expounded on due to time constraints I'm sure. August was a there and gone character in a lot ways; he came back into the picture, was there for a brief period and then disappeared. But the effect he had on Day during that short period made me wish we had a little more insight into him and his thought process, particularly when it came to how he was, in essence, pursuing Day which ultimately culminated in their kiss. How exactly was he expecting that all to end? Did he really think it would make Day happy to be falsely pursued by him and then have him up and leave? There was just a lack of common sense it seemed behind most of his actions. I would have liked to delve more into Mhok's past and his emotions and thought process. A big one was when he and Day broke up. Day's reaction to Mhok pitying him could be construed as over the top and if this was another drama, I might have rolled my eyes and thought he was overreacting. But given the material and the characters, I actually thought it worked quite well, because it was made clear that one of the things Day hated the most, was how people pitied him. The fact that Mhok didn't pity him was part of what attracted him and what he found so satisfying in their relationship and what made him feel secure. I think knowing that Mhok pitied him destroyed the illusion he had and he was afraid that feeling would continue and affect their relationship. There was probably an element too that he didn't want Mhok sacrificing his future to be with him. I found Mhok's fear of losing Day and the sentiment that he didn't want to lose out on time to be a valid one and I really wish that we'd been given more insight into that fear. Again, given Mhok's past, with what had happened to his sister, I could understand where that fear came from and it shouldn't have been dismissed quite so easily. I would have liked to see him and Day have a more serious conversation about the whole thing at some point, but that would have taken up far more time than was permitted. The medical side of me wanted more information about Day's eyes and what exactly had happened. My best guess would be that the accident caused non-infectious keratitis which then developed into infectious keratitis, but generally that's treatable so I would have liked some details. There were also a few other issues that popped up that could have been resolved with less drama then there was, but, again, I'm nitpicking.

The characters were solid and I really came to love each and every one of them. Even with the side characters, there was a satisfying amount of character development and it really did add another layer of depth to them and the story.
-Day was definitely handed the short end of the stick. I cannot even imagine what it would be like to go from a national athlete to being disabled. His anger and bitterness at the world was understandable and was shown well, as was his fear of the judgment he might face, but not be able to see. It was incredibly satisfying to see him gradually blossom with Mhok's help and venture back into the world and discover that while there were people who might pity or judge him, there were also those who would not and there was still so much for him to experience. His reconciliation with his brother was well done and not rushed at all. When it got to that point, I felt it was believable that he had grown to the point where he could truly forgive his brother. I loved seeing him there at the end with his own bookshop and being independent and thriving.
-Mhok was similarly unlucky, hanging out with the wrong crowd which led to his imprisonment after a fight combined with his sister committing suicide and the fear it instilled in him. I appreciated the spotlight they shown on how people who have been imprisoned for one reason or another are ostracized and the difficulties they face, particularly in finding employment. There are few employers out there willing to give second chances unfortunately so it was especially gratifying to see him grow and succeed once he was given the chance. And while Day was used to people pitying him, Mhok was accustomed to being judged once his past was discovered. He and Day found their home in each other in part because neither reacted the way others did. Mhok did not pity Day and Day did not judge Mhok. I think Mhok's growing fear that something might happen to Day if he wasn't right there all the time was a valid one based on his own experience and, again, I wish we'd had the opportunity to delve into that and it had been addressed more. I did appreciate that Mhok did not blame Day for breaking up with him, but instead decided to take it as an opportunity to learn and grow.
-Night carried the guilt of having been the cause of his brother's blindness and in many ways it defined him for a large part of the series. He was constantly seeking to atone for what he had done, doing his best to take care of his little brother in as much as he would let him which wasn't much at all. Still, he never gave up and he was supportive of Mhok and Day's relationship and helped however he could. He made lifestyle changes like no longer drinking and truly sought to better himself. And while Day's attitude and behaviour frustrated Night, it was clear that no matter what, he loved his little brother. I loved that they were able to reconcile their relationship and the Christmas dinner scene when he feels like he's finally accepted back into the family is so sweet and wholesome. I do wish we'd gotten to see a little more of his relationship with Porjai, but even without that, I really enjoyed their relationship and how accepting he was of her and how he loved her daughter like his own.
-Porjai was the kind of female character I wish more BLs had. She wasn't a villain, she wasn't a roadblock for the main characters' romance, she was Mhok's ex, but they had the kind of relationship that I'm sure some wish they could have with their ex. They were close friends, protective and supportive of each other. Mhok provided her with a home and she was a sounding board for him, giving him advice at times or just taste testing his food and she helped him get a job at her workplace. When Day decided that he wanted to give Mhok a second chance, she jumped into the car in her wedding dress and was all ready to hunt Mhok down, grabbing the mic from that poor airport employee to yell for him over the intercom. She was a beautiful, strong woman and I just loved her character.

The acting was so good on all fronts. Jimmy has come a long way from the first time I saw him in Bad Buddy. I was not impressed with him then, but he has just continued to improve himself and I felt he really nailed the character of Mhok. I thought he handled all the emotions he had to portray really well and gave a nuanced performance. Sea blew me away. He had a challenging role, but he had me truly believing that his character was blind and I could really feel the character's emotional turmoil. So well done. And Jimmy and Sea's chemistry has improved as well since Vice Versa. I really enjoyed the build up of the relationship and they just portrayed it so beautifully. Mark is a winner no matter what role he plays and this time was no different. As both the repentant big brother and loving boyfriend/husband, he was perfect. Namtan is also great no matter what role she plays and she hit the perfect balance here between sassy and caring and I really enjoyed her performance.

The production was overall very well done. In particular, the scenes in Songklah on the mountain were so well done and beautifully shot. I thought the opening was creative with the way it was blurred and then became clearer. Again the incorporation of the book Last Twilight as well as The Little Prince was a fun addition with the way the stories were interwoven with the plot. The music was perfect, though I particularly love William Jakrapatr's song for the series. I may have been listening to it on repeat since it was released on Spotify.

Last Twilight, for me, is the pinnacle of BL dramas, it's what other dramas should aspire to be in their own way. There are others that have come very close, but for me it was the most consistent in terms of pacing, story line and character development. I fell in love with it from the first episode and that didn't change as it progressed. I cannot recommend this drama enough. It hits on some hard topics but does so in a respectful and sensitive way and ultimately is just so heartwarming.

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towa was such a loveable male lead :(

honestly , at first I thought that would be a nice funny movie but towa , that boy , made me so emotional at some point. he was so sincere. his sincerety literally made this not so special movie a lot memorable for me. his honesty , his neverending effort to get her love but his first priorty always being her happiness to the point he did everything he can to make her meet masaki thinking she would confess to him. he really was a loveable male lead.

on the other hand , miwa was kinda messy for me :( I wish the story and the actress could make me believe miwa was actually also in love with towa but somethings just felt empty about her feelings.I dont know ,maybe it was because of towa's strong way of expressing his love and him making a lot of effort but she still didnt feel like she loved towa THAT WAY. it just looked like she was enjoying his sincerety and company so the romance factor was all one sided for me. I dont know about acting either ,maybe it just wasnt my style but the acting of the actress felt a bit weak as well but of course , maybe she just wanted to not show much expression since miwa is a cold one , not saying anything about her general acting skills.I just wasnt satisfied with her performance at this one.

at the end , the actor of towa did a great job and the character towa makes this non special yet funny movie a lot special with his sincerety. like I said tho , even without towa it was enjoyable and funny but towa really made it special somehow. i am obviously a sucker for loser like sincere male leads...

its not too long , i definitely recommend this for 1.5 hours of giggles. it was cute and warm

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If you like sci fi,, action and dystopian situations this is an excellent option

8.5/10 is my rating. This is a 2023 science fiction action dram series with 6, 46-59 minute episodes

First I provide a unique synopsis then review

Synopsis

In the future, 5-8 (Kim woo Bin) is an elite delivery driver in a dystopian era. After a comet hit the Earth polluting and destroying the atmosphere, the remaining survivors must depend on deliveries of precious oxygen to survive the scarce and toxic air. Deliverymen must be special forces level capability to survive attacks from those that would steal deliveries. One deliveryman, is legendary among the poorest class of people who are forced to live like refugees. He goes only by his deliveryman name which is 5 dash 8. He must counter the power hungry, greedy measures of the wealthy heir to a corporate group, Ryu Seok (Song Seung heon). In their stratified society, only those at the very top receive full access to scarce resource although deliveryman are rewarded with the same even if they come from the lowest, refugee, class. Jeong Seol ah (Choi Seung hoon) is a refugee boy who dreams of following in 5 dash 8’s footsteps to become a deliveryman and not only improve his own life but also help his people. He was adopted by his sister, Jeong Seol ah (Esom) who is also secretly making moves for the better of the people. While the deliveryman work for the evil conglomerate, many of them are working against it to secure a better life for all the people. It is a futuristic battle of good versus evil. Who will prevail?

Review

Ot is a great, dystopian, good versus evil, futuristic thriller. The deliverymen were more like elite special forces. It had some “Dune” and “Mad Max vibes but it was definitely all its own thing. I was able to watch it with my guy who is allergic to romance shows. This had the action and intrigue that he likes. If you are looking for something faced pace, with a great and unique premise, this is for you. It is well acted and Kim Woo Bin is a talented actor who is always a joy to watch.

Spoilers

Slight detractors was people, such as the kid, making decisions to move the plot along that aren’t decisions someone would usually make. Like your friend just dies, you know the bad guys are coming, but you do not go and they capture you.

When the kid finally made it and became a deliveryman he was doing inappropriate things like giving his friends rides, and it was as if no one noticed when previously the deliveryman could not deviate from their assigned route and schedule.

I was surprised, given it was on a streaming platform, that the bad guys used a vaccine to commit genocide. They also had people in masks when the villain was the one spreading the pollution that necessitated them. It was an accurate portrayal of such elements currently happening and it was easy to see the parallels

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Overall good drama

Story:
This was a story of Love. Obnoxious family members who would do anything for money, including selling off their daughter and niece. Suffering from betrayal from those you love and hold dearly. There is a disappointment due to secrets, traditional family values, and being forced to give up the one person you love. Then it’s followed up with revenge for a husband who was voiceless no matter how he tried.
You have sisters/cousins that go through life’s ups and downs together. They have a bond that seems unbreakable. Then one makes the ultimate sacrifice for the family that never truly treated her like family. The other cousin later becomes wrapped in pain and regret feeling remorseful and at times angry. The two find medium ground in the end. They both find out just who they are and what they are capable of.
You don’t want to miss this. There are a few holes and that’s mainly because some writers and producers have not yet adapted to the shorter dramas. When you have 65 episodes it’s easy to place everything needed in. However, when you have 30-40 it becomes a challenge, especially if the script

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