Lookin for a unique drama w/realistic dark and depressing themes. You arrived at your destination.
A unique tale discussing the dark reality of cult groups and the tragedy of people being lured there. It goes straight to the point, 16 episodes of stress, thriller, melancholy, FRIENDSHIP and HOPE.Even though I'm disappointed with so many characters endings, I loved the ending as a whole since it had a realistic element for each character as if they were really telling someone's tale.
On one hand, I'm glad this didn't get dragged out to ruin the show. But on the other, they could have made it 20 episodes long to better showcase the aftermath.
Music:
I loved the starting theme piece, while the ending OST songs were quite average and because they were only played at the ending I didn't feel any attachment to them or love.
Rewatch value:
Honestly, I wouldn't want to put myself under this much stress and depression again, UNLESS it was for another similar great show 😆
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Second half lost quality
Ngl, I was slightly disappointed with how they concluded the drama . The first half was really good, intriguing, there was lot of tension and buildup. But from the second half onwards , all that buildup didn't lead to a satisfying fruition.SPOILERS AHEAD.
There were so many loose ends. The ending was definitely rushed as though they wanted to wrap things up in a hurry.
Couple of factors I found unimpressive
* The spiritual father somehow didn't live up to his scary legacy. I mean he was just smacked out pretty soon in the end, which they could've did a lot sooner.
* There were lot of involvement of politics in the show. Now I've seen stories about the dangerous threat political and powerful people pose to the protagonists in a story giving them extreme challenges to overcome. They insinuate that the spiritual father has a lot of power and is deeply involved with political powers but somehow he was just too easy to take down.
* I mean they actually had no defense apart from Apostle Jo to be very honest who's the only smart guy in the cult. Yet the leader just disposes of him and blindly takes in two gatekeepers. The big guy who was DOng-chul's friend was only put there as part of plot armor so they can have a group fight in the end to beat the cult baddies.
*They did the Journalist girl so dirty. I was appalled by the lack of remorse and absurd amount of stupidity of the main leads in dealing with her death. The girl literally helped her mom come back to her senses and assisted in helping them out yet they couldn't care less when she died. I How stupid was Dong chul had to be to send her in such a condition, (just tranquilized and beat up before) alone to cross the river, knowing how dangerous that place is. How could they not anticipate that she could be intercepted when she was sent all alone. Worst thing is Dong chul called Sangwan after he sent her away?? SO he wasn't even waiting there to begin with. I mean really? So much value for a innocent human life that lend helping hands for you. He told her his friend is waiting there, but he called him afterwards. How'd you know if he'd be able to reach on time. What a wasted death, even after she went missing nobody looked for her, obviously she'd be dead geniuses.
*Sang mi makes a lot of stupid decisions for example what was the reason for her to tell the taxi driver that she's going to police station? he might have or not, smh
*How was apostle kang not investigated after being involved in the administration of illegal drugs in the nursing home?
They were focusing on wrapping up things fast that not enough time was given to reach a good conclusion and a fulfilling resolve to all the elements in the story.
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Interesting storyline & good acting
"Save Me" was an intense and gripping K-drama. The actors were sooo good, especially Seo Yea Ji ( main female role), who was just on another level – I loved her acting. Woo Do Hwan was also great in his role, bringing so much depth to his character. The story is frustrating at times but incredibly interesting and keeps you hooked.Was this review helpful to you?
overrated
So I decided to check this show out because the hype was INSANE. Allegedly this show has SHOCKING plot twists and an addictive storyline but none of that was anywhere to be found. I was intrigued at the beginning and wondered where the story would take me but I definitely did not like where it took me. First of all it's just BORING. Like nothing about this was entertaining and everytime something interesting would happen it was presented in such a boring way that I couldn't care less what was happening. The characters' motivations where so confusing that I couldn't even root for anyone. The acting was either over the top or they barely reacted to the events taking place. Overall just a very odd show and definitely wouldn't rewatch it.Was this review helpful to you?
great acting but too slow pace
The acting is great, interesting storyline but its too draggy and I got bored. I had to warch on high speed to finish it. I wanted to know how it will ends.Sang Mi suffered so much and to be abandoned by her family, specially her sick father. It was hard to watch. Sang Hwan character is so annoying and he always makes the situation worst. The real hero is Dong Chul. He risked everything to save her but it seems like Sang Hwan got all the credit for it.
Its interesting storyline and very sad to see how easily people can get brainwashed and even more that places like that exist.
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too dark and heavy to be called entertaining with a slow phased first few episodes
My gosh.. too dark and heavy to be called entertaining with a slow phased first few episodes. But it's definitely an eye opener, on how blind faith can be corrupted by greedy corrupt people.Watching this feels like riding a freight train going through a dark tunnel, with no way off but to endure and go through it. While the final episode feels like finally seeing the light.
The story convey a very strong message that even with all the darkness in every turn, there could still be a little beacon hope. Even from strangers you didn't even know.. All you need to do was to ask for help.
Actors were well casted, musical scoring also good. A little romance on side could've made this perfect.
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Wow
I'm just speechless.You know, when you watch a drama and movie and it makes you feel some type of way, you can't explain... this was what i was feeling after watching this show. It made me feel sad, empty and kind of depressed... For me it was one of the hardest one to watch, it was harder than watching a horror movie, but isn't like psycho movies/drams/series always the most hardest to watch?
This drama was so thrilling and my heart was always gonna explode, when something thrilling happend. I was so into it, felt with every charakter, was laughing, crying, praying that in the end it will everything be good. Also the end wasn't really satisfying, it was still a good end.
The thing, i was dissapointed with that Dongchul deserved better. He risk his life to get and live in this cult to save her and yes of course Sang-hwan was helping from the outside (what was important as well) but Dongchul wasn't even thanked properly. He was kinda forgotten and almost being ignored for what he was doing.
But his actor Woo Do-hwan was so amazing, like i really love his acting, he was my favourite through the entire drama. Also I still can't understand why Seo Yeaji didn't won an award with her role, she was honestly so breathtaking and just amazing. She played her role too good.
This drama was just everything and i got so much goosebumps. through the entire show. I still don't know how to feel about it. I kinda want to really watch it again but it's like a horror-trip.
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In the beginning, I was very intrigued. I was curious to see how this storyline would progress and ultimately how it would go down. However, at times, the progression felt a little slow. But I think it was by the middle that I started to feel a little uncomfortable watching this. You see, here's the thing. I've never been a religious person, but I figured when the time was right I would gladly explore that realm. However, this drama completely knocked that ball out of the park for me. I don't think I've ever been so traumatized by a drama in my life. Of course, that isn't to say that this drama wasn't good. It did a compelling job of storytelling. But is it my cup of tea? No.
All of the actors and actresses did a tremendous job with maintaining the suspense. But really, I think the antagonists were the rising stars of this drama because it's never easy to be a convincing bad guy. I mean, not just anybody can make a smile look so evil.
As for the soundtracks, it was dark and rough around the edges. I think the main reason why my overall ratings for this drama is so much lower than what others might've given is because of the music. Again, not saying that the soundtracks were bad. My opinions are irrelevant. But is it my cup of tea? No.
Overall, I think the cast members were great and did an excellent job at bringing this story to its full potential. I would recommend this drama, but only to those with a brave soul. And I hate to say this, but I just can't bring myself to rewatch it again. I probably should've known from the start that this wasn't going to be the drama for me, but I truly thought I could handle it then. I just didn't know how much of a wimp I really was. But now I know.
With that said,
Llama out.
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This is my first time to see a drama with this sort of plot. You don't see plots about a cult often. When I heard about this I was excited. It definitely did not disappoint. This was also refreshing in some sort of way.
The plot, the soundtrack, the actors were brilliant. You could fell the emotions very well.
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Update Nov 2019:
This was my first exposure to OCN. I am addicted to everything that network produces. This show is serious end not for the faint of heart because it is intense.---------
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Finished watching Save me,with my mumI enjoyed it the second time OCN Really know how to make an Dark atmosphere.
My thoughts.
The acting in this drama is amazing from the main to the support roles, made you really feel what the characters are going through and for me very believable. I find if an actor can make you hate the character they are playing then they are doing a good job.
The direction is amazing in this drama and did a remarkable job at capturing the Creepy elements that really set the dark and creepy tone from the first moment and continued it throughout.
Great lighting, E.g When we first see the cult in the first episode they used The blue and greyish colour palette
the crew in general did an a amazing job. tbh
The Tension in this drama is really something They built the tension really well with the music at the right time or no music at all can really drive up the tension(and your blood pressure) You just never get a chance to feel at ease. even though I was watching this drama for the second time my blood pressure still went up & I was stress eating.
This drama can be mentally and emotionally draining. with the feeling of hopelessness & Anger mixed in
I didn't really care about the politics/ governor I felt it took away from the main story even though it did get intertwined with the main part of the drama.
people will say the first few episodes are a little slow which I agree, but I think it works as a gradual build up and too introduce the characters and there motivations.
OCN have a lot of balls to do a drama this dark for Cable(?) TV It’s dark,and has a very unique plot.
Defiantly recommend but its not for the faint heated (: <3
The reason Why my re watch score is so low is because I don't think I would watch this the 3rd time (:
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