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THE BEST KDRAMA EVER
I still need some time to process everything but I had to jump on the hype train and write this review just to share how amazing Moving was.The storyline, the plot twists, the time transitions were all executed in such a professional and perfect way that mostly no other kdrama has been able to hold from start to finish.
The chemistry between all the cast was off the charts. The main characters grew way too much on me. It was so interesting to see Lee Mi Hyun in this role. Loved how all the parents played as much of an important role as their kids.
The ending clearly leaves an open space for a 2nd Season that I would happily welcome.
I think the reason we connect so much with Korean Dramas is because no matter the genre, the writing and the plot in general gravitates towards a human orientation which makes it easy for the viewer to connect with the characters.
Will for sure write another review later on after I watch it for a 2nd time.
Thank you to each and everyone of the cast, who made this possible! 감사합니다
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Wow...
When I read the MDL summary for this series, I imagined a plot full of super hero tropes layered with flimsy super hero power action scenes, and some standard sappy Korean-esque backstory with the parents/children. But in addition to the high rating, it came up a few times as a recommendation for other series I've enjoyed, so I gave it a try. And wow... did it far exceed my initial expectations.Plot flow: Each episode was robust with action, excitement, and anticipation and it doesn't rely on ending on obvious cliffhangers or any particular over-dramatization. The care that was given to delve into the background stories of relevant characters is very much appreciated. The lore is believable and they did a great job between blending a slice-of-life feel with action/tragedy/politics.
Action scenes: Has to be one of the best ones I've come across when it comes down to showcasing superpowers. It was done so well, I didn't care to even make any attempts to even think about potentially critiquing whether it made sense or not (and still don't).
Characters: The characters (and their families) were uniquely interesting and with so many familiar faces in the cast, it's inevitable that they did a great job bringing the them to life. You will also sometimes find yourself rooting for both the protagonists and antagonists.
The only minor negatives were the scenes were sometimes slightly prolonged and the lighting could have been a bit clearer. The scenes shot in the dark weren't very easy watch when I was viewing some episodes during the day. And if it weren't for the obvious hint for a much needed season two, the ending would have been a discussion point.
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Perfectly Maintained Drama
Nothing More,Nothing Less....Just Perfect🫡Cast was perfect and VFX has to give a shoutout😉
The storyline is perfect for many more seasons and i think more than children's stories i was more interested in parents stories
the cast was putting there maximum into this and it is reflecting on screen.
Thanks for the crew for such a masterpiece drama❤️🫡
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A Rare Gem Among Korean Dramas – Nothing Else Compares
I don’t have any specific memories tied to this show, but every time I think about giving Korean dramas another try, this one pops into my head—and honestly, nothing ever comes close to it. It’s ruined me for other K-dramas.It’s weird how every other review out there gushes about the chemistry between the main leads—like, I get it, they work well together, but can we talk about the actual story? You’re watching a drama, not a couple’s vacation vlog. And here’s the harsh truth: most K-drama stories are trash, with pacing issues that make you wonder if they lost half the script halfway through production.
But this show nailed every aspect—acting, pacing, depth, relationships, friendships, and of course, the legendary production quality. Every scene, every shot, just feels perfectly crafted. It’s rare to say this, but I think this drama can hold its own against some of the best Western series in terms of overall quality.
If I had one complaint, it’s that I wish there were more episodes. A little more time spent fleshing out the backstory and maybe giving us a glimpse into the characters' future would’ve made it even better. But still, this is as close to flawless as it gets.
If you're looking for K-dramas with substance alongside entertainment for everyone, this is the gold standard. Good luck finding anything else that measures up. I’ve tried—and failed. (A bit of disclaimer I do not like dramas that has random and unnecessary actions and random ups and downs and also I actively avoid sad and emotional dramas so I have definitely missed out on a few. But that does not mean those are bad and also better than this drama)
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A Perfect Masterpiece
Story: The story revolves around parents and their children who both have superpowers. It revolves around the relationship between them and what the parents would do to protect and keep their children safe.Characters: This story involves multiple main characters, the focus changes from one character to other in every few episodes.
Kim Bong Seok: He is a very well mannered adorable guy who has power to fly and has super five senses.
Jang Hee Soo: She is a girl who has ability to heal herself really quick. She is very determined and can't stand injustice.
Jang Joo Won: He is the father of Hee Soo with same power for whom his daughter is everything. He is also funny and clueless with directions.
Li Mi Hyun: She is the mother of Bong Seok and has super five senses. She has been raising her son alone for many years and is very protective of him. She is also someone with no nonsense attitude.
Lee Kang Hoon: He is in same school and grade as Bong Seok and Hee Soo. He has superhuman strength and speed. He is quite and likes to be on his own but also wants to be friends with people like him.
Kim Doo Shik: He is the father of Bong Seok and husband of Mi Hyun. He has the power to fly and was top agent of NIS. He is very loving,awkward sometimes and caring person.
Lee Jae Man: He is the father of Jang Hoon and is mentally disabled. He is very loving father and husband who will destroy anyone who try to harm his wife or son. He has super human strength and speed.
There are many other characters as well, few with powers and others are just normal. Above are the some main characters who had great involvement in the story.
Actor: Every actor played the role they were given as if it was made for them. They had great chemistry with eachother and knew how to act on a greenscreen.
Genres:
The main focus are Action, Thrill, Mystery, Family and Friendship.
This also involves two great romances between the parents and also a slight growing feelings between Bong Seok and Hee Soo. There are some comedy scenes as well and also has a good amount of Gore.
Likes:
1. Great relationship between the parents and their children. The parents are very supportive and protective of their kids where as the children loves their parents very much, has respect for them and would try to make their parents life happy.
2. Friendship between Bong Seok and Hee Soo. They quickly became friends who trust eachother very much that they share their deepest secrets as well. They are very protective and supportive of eachother and it is shown that they also like eachother.
3. Amazing action. The action scenes are filled with many one on one fights and one vs many fights. Which makes the good guys(parent) really cool. Last three episodes were full action packed and had really good fights. Kim Doo Shik's action scenes are something you should look forward to.
4. Amazing Romance: Even though this is not a romance drama we have two beautiful and heartfelt love stories between Kim Doo Shik-Lee Mi Hyun and Jang Joo Won-Hwang Ji Hee(JW's wife).
5. Great direction and story telling.
6. Many "Bad guys" aren't actually bad but they are same as our main characters who are forced to do things by some people. You can sympathise and will feel for them.
7. People with superpowers are not superheroes but are just human beings.
8. A very good, happy and satisfying ending.
Special mentions: Beautiful relationship between Jae Man and Kang Hoon, Gye Doo and his backstory, well placed mystery and thrill and very well done backstories.
Dislikes: There is nothing to dislike. Maybe the episodes could have been a little bit more longer.
Overall: This is a great drama with everything in it, you will cry, smile, feel sad, happy, feel for the bad guys, even root for small characters. The story is told in a well systematic manner with timely inclusion of flashbacks and backstories.
Rating:
Story: 10
Cast/acting: 10
Music: 9.5
Direction: 9.5
Action: 10
Drama: 10
Thrill: 10
Romance: 10
Mystery: 9.5
Characters: 9.5
Overall Rating
As a critic: 10
As a casual viewer: 10
Cast related random thoughts:
Go Youn Jung: She is very talented actor who is also very beautiful. She could become a big star like Han Hyo Joo in future.
Zo In Sung: Even though he was present in less than 7 episodes he did a great job . This shows that actors like him don't mind not getting much screentime if the character they are playing is very appealing.
Kim Sung Kyun: Whenever he is present he becomes the highlight of the scene. Same as In Sung.
This drama involves three A listers and as expected you will get a stellar performance not only by them but also by the new upcoming actors.
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Moving, mindblowing, epic
I enjoyed it a lot.The first 7 episodes were light and cute.
The middle episodes about the parents were heart-wrenching and the storytelling was incredible.
The last episodes were epic yet moving.
What I liked about this series is how they showcased the lives of the villains making you feel for them, it was just sad. The people in power were the real bad guys.
My fav episodes were definitely 9 and 13 coz of Dosik and Minhyun. Their story was the best. I wish they extended the scene where Doo-sik reunited with his family, like I was mad when they zoomed out line excuse me, I waited for this exact moment for forever.
I can already tell a season 2 is coming ( hopefully ) or else they would have shown Bonseok and huisoo together. ( they r officially the cutest couple of 2023)
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Director Lost Sight of the Story
Hearing about it winning all sorts of awards, I thought this would be sure-win. Turns out, it's yet another K-drama that fell into the same holes as so many others when A-listers are cast in the film.What I liked:
- the child actors and their character development
- the mystery behind the adult characters
- watching the characters try to survive as ordinary citizens in spite of their superpowers.
Loved, loved, loved Lee Jong Ha's acting.
What made me drop this show:
- the excessive "telling" instead of "showing"
- the excessive flashbacks - not every single little subplot from the past deserves 30+ mins. of a flashback
- disappearing the teenaged characters halfway through the drama
- switching to focus way too much on the adult characters
- too much about a government conspiracy that makes it become just like any other K-drama about Korean gov't conspiracies.
Soundtrack was negligible.
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A K-drama that actually K-drama'ed after a long time!!
Every character is written SO well, and I mean so damn well!! You know an author is good when you can't even hate the "bad" guys and root for the greater good for everyone involved.Every character, interaction, arc, just everything made sense. It was all intertwined like life often is: and is it NOT easy create such a remarkable story with loveable characters. Kudos to the author fr.
There was not a minute that was boring, I was glued to the screen the entire time wanting to know what happens next. Even the most mundane things were interesting and when the showed the purpose behind every little details.. WOW!!
And not just the story.. the actors, direction, cinematography, music, EVERYTHING HIT!!
Everyone did so well; I laughed with them, cried for them, cheered them on. And I'm still so invested, I can't to find out what happens next. I noticed many elements that they might play on in the next season and I can't wait to tune in!!
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Moving Experience!
I've reached the end of this series, and what a ride it has been! From start to finish, it was a truly moving experience. The characters are fantastic, and the acting is superb, especially by Han Hyo Joo, who clearly brings a veteran touch to her role. Hae Soo's dad is an absolute gem—a lovable character who brings warmth to every scene.Their individual stories and the intertwining stories of the three children were brilliantly portrayed, contributing to the overall greatness of the series.
There's something about the layers in each episode that make it worth revisiting. Overall, this series has left a lasting impression on me. It's not just a show; it's an emotional journey that I've completed, and I'm grateful for the experience.
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ONE OF THE MOST ENJOYABLE K-DRAMAS I'VE WATCHED SO FAR!!!
I'm not very good at saying review but let me give my thoughts on the drama as an avid kdrama viewer.-Story is well written. Solid premise, intriguing plot, well-rounded characters, and dismissible plot holes.
-Actors fits they're characters so well that I could feel the tension in their expressions. The minute details of how they express their emotions whooo! I'm blown. They really got them right!
-Music is good as well. It manages to make me feel more and be more connected in the story. But there were parts that they're a bit too loud for my liking, maybe it's just me.
-Rewatch value-yes of course I will definitely rewatch this but I WOULD ABSOLUTELY CUT the drawn out flashback like OMG it was frustrating to be honest. I've never missed characters like this! I CANNNNT BELIEVE HOW LONG THIS FLASHBACK IS -___- I'm not really that invested in their history because we viewers were not that dumb to figure things out without them putting so much detail in it. I'm more interested with what's going to happen in the future -____- I know they're important details as well but they dragged it on a bit too much for my liking I'm more than exasperated!
NEVERTHELESS OVERALL THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST ENJOYABLE FANTASY KDRAMA I'VE EVER WATCHED!!!
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moving in all the right directions.
so this k-drama I was hesitant on watching only because I had a hard time finding where to stream it. now that I found my ways I was really missing out from not watching this at the beginning when it first aired… or was I… this show is really that great that I have binge watched when I find a lot of k-dramas hard too because of their lengthy episodes.this drama proves again my point that I’m capable of enjoying dramas and being so hooked that I don’t feel like time is dragging on. It’s because there are so many different elements put on the table for viewers that I can’t help but be immersed. There are likeable main characters, fast paced action, romance, high school relationships, dealing with anxiety and bullying, and gore.
This drama is such a fresh idea to me. It has been done before with a lot of American superheroes etc. But with this it just feels so new. The budget helps with making this drama a good watch, it’s expensive and each episode feels so cinematic. It’s intense in the right places and has a good pace. I like every plot this drama picks up, and I really like the sets of main characters with the parents and their children.
So this drama is really starting to pick up, and it never was boring at all. It has a good setup and the hook that comes in the middle is thrilling. I definitely will rewatch this and recommend to anyone honestly. I can’t put a name on the genre and that’s what makes it so unique. It’s a 10/10 for me.
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One of my favorites
This show is not at all what I expected it to be and I feel like the trailer does a great job at misdirecting you. I adore all of the characters and their relationships; I think they are some of the best written characters I have ever seen, and have the most wholesome relationships with their loved ones. I gave it a 9.5 just because there was one episode where I was just a little bored but other than that, I loved it and I am very excited for the second season.Was this review helpful to you?
