Well executed, thoughtful drama.
This drama, like many others, explores the idea of the afterlife and what happens to people when they pass away. Although a popular concept, I think this drama gives a different perspective and feeling from other dramas - instead of a 'Grimm Reaper' like figure collecting souls, the idea is instead that it is ordinary people.The 'Counters' referred to in the drama are ordinary people, and they all have different experiences of life, not to mention that they are of different ages. This brings an effective and engaging dynamic as it is not simply a 'school' drama, although the main character is of a school age.
The writers and actors have done a good job of maintaining chemistry throughout the drama, which makes it a nice easy watch, although there are some darker areas of the drama which help to give it a bit more depth.
One thing I would say about the drama is it brings in the concept of one main character who is the 'hero' and essentially more special/gifted/important than other characters, which I think is potentially an idea that has been overused in modern media.
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Not a 10/10 but must watch
the story overall is what I would call great it has the flow and it has the grip but I guess in the end it becomes that avg movie with op hero and op villain. The reason I did not like it was the end was sloppy like the hero all powered up with the value of team work just suddenly wins a fight he had been loosing all along.I mean just to puff up the hero all side characters were undermined and there was no other character development. Till mid it was great I guess in the last 4 or 5 episodes was the story messed up and I am happily deducting the marks for it.
In the end it is a good watch and a must watch but like always the end got messed up but it's okay the characters, the acting and the VFX make up for it so do watch it.
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Coolest fantasy drama I've ever watched!!
The first time I saw episode one, I fell in love with this drama. I happened to be looking for a bullying drama and someone recommended this. At first I laughed out loud, but the continuity was balanced. like comedy, sad, excited to get the evil spirit, and about bullying that I'm looking for, it's all there. and maybe if you watch this, episodes 9 and 11 will definitely be your favorites. because I think that's where the peak is. The acting of the actors is really really cool, if they are happy I'm happy too, if they are sad I'm sad too, so it's like entering the dramaWas this review helpful to you?
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the teamwork makes them perfect??
Just finished watching this drama. Well 9/10. I like the story line. There are many positive vibes which is good. They are good in team. I like when they complaint at Yung. People at Yung need to understand them. It's so hard to catch demons. So Mun looks cool when he makes their areas especially when he wears mask😂 But it's sad that Jeong Yeong dies🥺 It's her cases. Well, I like the ending. Well done👍🏻🥰.Was this review helpful to you?
Blaming myself for not watching it earlier
All I have to say, it's great and I do hate myself for not watching it in 2020 (I seriously stole a top-level kdrama from myself while watching too many Asian dramas that don't even stand close to this one. Oh, the days of life that I will not get back, back to the point), I do have some reflections/questions:- wouldn't it be great if all the people in coma (please wake up soon!!!) are being super /heroines/heroes?
- if heaven exists (I believe we have all religions loving kdrama, as we should) your first love dies and you find another one, are you double-timimg in heaven or is it a kdrama once again? #askingforafriend
Anyhow, let's go for season 2!!
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admirable characters, nice pacing, a great watch!
i spread this drama over the span of a few days and i have to say, it's amazing! the actors did a great job and although the plot isn't entirely groundbreaking, it still has such distinctive elements to it. the lead characters are highly admirable and you grow a strong connection with them. the pacing is also notable as i love how the plot doesn't drag on but also doesn't jump too quickly into anything. my only gripe is an odd dynamic between two characters, but it can be overlooked. waiting for season two has had me on the edge of my seat.Was this review helpful to you?
10 out of 10
This is my first ever review, that I gave 10/10 ratings.Concept was unique and very intriguing. The creator/writers did a great job, making a whole new world for viewers to enjoy. They were also successful in creating relatable lovable characters.
A world where superheroes can go to school, learn and gain friends, face bullies. Where superheroes do the dishes, cook, eat good food and travel around. Do all these and other mundane things while fighting evil.
I would love to see another season.
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Good Enough
Korean Drama " Uncanny Counter " is a wonderful blend of action, comedy and family dynamics.The drama has a perfect atmosphere, almost like a webtoon, with perfect action scenes and a beautiful world built. The drama introduces the universe of the counters slowly and the viewer gets to know it at the same time as the main character. The family dynamics of the small group of the counters were perfect, emotional at times, funny at others. The story is also full of small cases that the counters had to solve, which were interesting and entertaining, while it follows the main 'big' mystery of the case that eventually involves everyone.
The performances were great as well, and everyone had the perfect chemistry with each other. However, the main lead got annoying and tiring to watch when he was struggling to maintain the barrier thing, as it looked a bit fake and overacted. But the rest of his acting was really good. Also, the guys of the 'other side' were overbearing at times.
So, overall, 8.5 out of 10 for this pretty entertaining drama.
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Good first season.
It tells the story of the demons hunters called Counters, whose goal is to capture Evil Spirits that have return to earth in pursuit of Eternal Life.It is the somewhat typical series that brings together several elements, such as endearing characters and forming a team that becomes a family. We cannot help but root for the characters, like So Moon, who is the new addition to the Counters, it is a pure and innocent young man, who has two adorable grandparents and a lively trauma left by the death of his parents. He is our main character.
Then, Do Ha Na a mysterious but sensitive young women, who does not hesitate to fight for those she loves.
Ga Mo Tak, who was a police officer but lost his memory seven years ago after an accident, strangely the same day when So Moon's father and mother died, who were also police officers. Ga Mo Tak becomes So Moon’s mentor.
Chu Mae Ok is the maternal and protective figure of the group, she is ready to do anything for them, even to sacrificed her own life.
And finally, Choi Jang Mool, who comes and helps the other Counters from time to time, he is in charge of all of the Counters' expenses.
The series comes down to politicians who use their power to crush anyone who puts themselves in their path, they do not hesitate to corrupt and kill, using the worst methods, even going so far as to poison water reserves that the population use without the slightest care of killing them.
The series also take a look at the bullying done in schools, with the bullies which are protected instead of the victims, generally because they have highly placed parents.
And then the heart of the series, the Evils Spirit that the Counters fight, including one in particular which is at the origin of many pains, losses and trauma of several characters.
The script is not complicated but it is well put together, it gives us action, humorous, touching, sad, painful moments, it is a complete package. On the other hand, I would be honest, a lot of plots are predictable and scenes that I have just skipped, so there is this modern cheesy element but in the end it is good.
In summary, it is everything that people are craving for, I am more curious to see season 2, I want to see more sides and depth to our characters, even new faces, I want to see new challenges.
So a solid and entertaining first season, good production and script, and acting (even though nobody really stood out among them - yet, I hope next season will change that), and I'm waiting for more depth for season 2.
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ONE OF 2020's BEST DRAMA!!!
Aside from Kim Se-Jeong and Joe Byeong-Gyu, the reason why I get interested on this drama was because of its genre plus it was produced by OCN. The story line and plot was new to me for this genre because normally, a crime was solved by Police but in this story the Counters are the front runner in catching the culprit possessed by evil spirit before handling them to the Authority. The suspense and trills in watching this drama was not that intense compared to a normal crime drama but you won't mind it since the pacing of every episode, the editing and the effects made here was superb plus the Actors were really great. 2 thumbs up .........Was this review helpful to you?
The excitement that NEVER STOPS!! literally
For someone who have never read the webtoon, I just gonna say: this drama is more than just amazing! It took me less than 3 days to finish the whole series simply because I just couldn't stop watching!!!!
From casting, to plots, to action scenes, and production, this drama is a perfection! There isn't any dull moment throughout the series and it's like a thrilling ride! So if you haven't watch it, you should go ahead and enjoy the ride, it will end before you even noticed! As there are a lot of shows with a pretty good start and went down the trail in the second half, but for this one, nope! It gets higher and higher that gives you a lot of anticipation till the end!
You could say it is a comedy, a thriller, a mystery, a fantasy, or an action drama, because it has all the genres in it!
If you are skeptical and worried of horror scenes, I can assure you it's not that scary, I don't fancy horror dramas too but this is perfectly fine for me! But do expect some tense up whenever you see the evil ghosts in action, but trust me, that excitement is just the thing that keeps you going! XD
I really adore the counter squad SO MUCH! Although they weren't related to each other and share different personality, when they come together, they became a bunch of sweethearts that make you smile :) Plus, their acting are really ON POINT that gets you into it! Action scenes or crying scenes, you name it! Never underestimate those young actor and actress; Byung Gyu and Se Jeong totally slayed it!
I would say they had a pretty good production too, literally nothing to pick on! Besides the action scenes, I really love how the male lead was summoning out the Territory, those colour effects!!! Gosh so heroic and I love it!!!!
Well since I couldn't name anything that I don't like about the show, it gives an absolute 10/10! Or maybe one bad thing of this drama is that "It ends"!!! I heard they are having a Season 2 and I can't wait for it! Definitely one of the best dramas I have seen in the past year!!! Highly recommend :)
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