Got me hooked straight away
This drama surprised me so much, I haven't really ventured into crime and legal kdramas and I initially started this since it looked interesting and I was looking forward to seeing Jinyoung act again after He Is Psychometric (which btw i also rlly recommend it was greaaatttt). And straight from the first episode, i was already invested in the storyline and the characters: each character has such a complex personality and nothing seems like how it's shown. You learn more about each character as the episodes progress and even though its only been 4 episodes, you can tell the drama has huge potential to hit big. The dynamic between Kang Yo Han and Kim Gaon is everchanging and leaves you wondering whether they will be friends or foes. One of the drama's catchphrases is "Is he an angel? Or a devil?" regarding Yo Han and the drama really does make you obsess on that question every episode and that's what I love about it. The OSTs honestly fit the mood so well and it just brings it all together. The acting so far has been top-notch and Jinyoung is doing an amazing job as Gaon so that's a yes from me lolIf you're hesitating to start this, i wld say to watch it its amazing
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Can't wait for the next episode!!!
Well crafted episodes made to drop cliffhangers and leave us wanting more yet satisfying in the rollercoaster ride it takes us on when it comes to the story. The conflicting characters and chemistry between Jinyoung and Jisung is just... Wow. Can't wait.The female leads adding a dynamic alongside the mysterious backstory is definitely something to be noted. The good guy- bad guy combo wins us over for sure.
Also, can we please talk about the star cast? All of them shining like diamonds over the awesome plot... It's a dream come true and I wish to see more from our GOT7 Jinyoung.
The only complain: Why isn't the next episode up yettttt?!
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Masterpiece
The story it self is so breathtaking, the actors and actresses are just perfect, I truly recomend it to anyone who is searching for something new in the k-drama world cause this one right here is really fresh and it wont let you down, I can garante that. The suspense it's out of this world the cast shows many faces around the episodes, and it's really incredible that we are just in the episode 3 there is so much left that I can't wait for it, I'm truly exited for the rest of the episodes, hope that this drama can have the recognition that it deserves.Was this review helpful to you?
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Must watch
This is one of the best shows I've watched and will probably be one of my all time favorites.The story is amazing, gripping, witty and satisfying. There were times when the villains were too annoying but that's what they are there for.
The acting/production is flawless.
Jisung is SO. FREAKING. GOOD. And so very handsome.
Kang Yohan is such a complicated character, and even while I was watching I didn't know if he was good or bad or even sane, but he was all that and more. And Jisung nailed it. Bravo.
The only thing: I WISH K HADN'T DIED
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It serves!
It serves just everything. (for me)While watching this first time out of curiousity, now I watched it like 30 times.
For real.
There are always details you miss, always things in the background you just noticed.
The OST ist amazing, the drama-gliding through all episodes, the unexpected plottwists.
Its a great visual, not only the scenes but mainly because of the actors.
Ji Sung & Jin Young are amazing, even more together. I wished they would get another drama together.
Some people might not like the character build from Kim Ga On, or might think Kang Yohan is really the devil but read between the lines, take a look behind the scenes and you will get hired as addicted lover for the characters and their chemistry between them.
I wont spoil too much about the other characters or how they are involved just know that they are doing also a very awesome job.
Overall, this is how a show should be like.
It should make you come back at any time, to feel comfy and to sink into the atmosphere.
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all rounded , it makes you feel empty after completing !
the writers know what they're doing !this was "for me " a struggle between the good and the most benevolent in a manipulative world .
it starts as a Typical show off Korean style at first episode i mean what are the forces doing if civilians are going to shoot fire and save people could've been courageous in an other way dear writers or is for gaon to fall for yohan it must be at least this imaginary.
Some scenes are made in an artistic way Very beautifully "intentionally" you think you're looking at a master piece and it provokes something inside you that you might as well review your way of thinking the relationship between gaon an yohan is pretty and well written jisung is phenomenal but i wish side judges had more role in the rulings /verdicts i like how kim yohan is more calm and collected than the other Characters and how he is on a whole other level of cognition and perception of the world
On an other hand the music is superb
at the live court show the attire of the judges making yohan look Like a god and the side judges look like little devils beside him
those guys of social responsibility Never cease to make me feel sick such a Hippocratic punch they have succeeded their job .
my favorite scenes :
-when yohan was preparing for his first trial looking at his god like attire wearing the cross on his hand
-when gaon found out the truth about the con artist who caused his parents death wasn't even in prison with a shook face and the word morality was written in large font on the wall behind him (thanks translators) Very artistic ,
i would only re-watch this to catch those artistic details
-the yawning scene while gaon is looking
- all the family like scenes when they are each other comfort
the actress playing jung sun ah is such a queen
episode 15 ending was such a tearjerker
also did i say the music i shall repeat the music so many dramas lack this so fit for the emotions conveyed
definitely worth watching and re-watching !
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At the start, it drops you right in the vacation trying to show who can be trusted and who can't giving us free lessons on life through Yo ha who I believe is a complex character from his unfortunate childhood.Go ra is my favourite whose innocence gets warped and twisted with his personality changing from meek and quiet to the one who is planning the elaborate schemes. Everyone uses him for their own purposes even the close friends who have so much memory
The detective is the one friend we all need in life who is independent and wants justice but cares about their close friendship
The middle part from ep 6 was boring with nothing happening and only stayed with it for the actor's sake. I cried with the amount of people who died either by covering up or couldn't continue with life.
This has illustrated don't trust anyone as you will be used like a toy
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Intense drama
Without giving away too much of the plot;Ji Sung is THE Superstar Devil Judge, the lone revenger, who recruits a protege, to help him take out the elite, narcissistic villains who control the dystopian society of Korea. There was filler material and a ton of unnecessary flashbacks to clutter the viewers’ concentration. Editing Department went out of control.
Acting:
Ji Sung and Kim Min Jung showed their seniority and acting caliber. The other actors gave either basic or over the top performances. President Park must have escaped from the asylum for lunatics. Give that man a straight jacket.
Fashions:
Men’s fashions were on point, Women’s fashions were average (…Cha Kyung Hee) or outlandish (…Jung Sun Ah).
Story:
The plot was hindered by the flashbacks, flashbacking and choppy editing. Storyboard was all over the place. The church fire reveal was underwhelming. The writer should have pinned it on Jung Sun Ah instead.
Editing:
Too many repetitive flashbacks and choppy editing! Viewers cannot focus when they see past and present juggled in front of them.
Music:
Average
Conclusion:
Rushed, but gratifying
What I read into the final scene, is that Judge Kang has gone off the radar, to complete his revenging mission. Cue to Season 2.
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Because of Ji Sung.....
I am a huge fan of Ji Sung after watching Dr John and Innocent Defendant. He is an intense actor and has never failed to bring his characters to life.It took a while for me to adjust to this story because it is set in a dystopian society. But, overall, it proved entertaining enough.
Storyline of having a live court show is something not yet tackled in any Kdramas I have seen. Part of me liked the idea of having the citizens vote on the verdict of the criminal. However, this would never be welcome in reality.
The rest of the story was really nothing new. The gist was about government corruption, a problem which has long since been prevalent in any government around the world. It was just a manner of how they depicted the actions surrounding these corrupt individuals.
I would have wanted to see more interaction between Elijah and Yo Han though. While the few scenes showed how much Yo Han loved his niece, just felt that there could have been more. The actress portraying Elijah is very pretty and has potential to be a future lead. Hopefully, many would have noticed so that future projects will be upcoming for her
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WoW
Jinyoung from GOT7, I couldn’t be prouder of you! Your acting in this drama was incredibly convincing. Not only are you a talented K-pop idol, but you’re also proving yourself to be a remarkable actor. Wow! I thought your singing was emotional, but your performance in this story took it to another level—I was deeply moved.Ji Sung, where have you been all my life? OMG, your acting is phenomenal! I found myself constantly rewinding just to fully absorb every scene you were in. Your presence and delivery were so captivating that I couldn’t just skip ahead to the last episode—the story wouldn’t let me!
The judges’ costumes and the set design were crafted with such meticulous detail, perfectly complementing the storyline. The colors were stunning! I could almost imagine a judicial system where citizens decide the fate of criminals, though in today’s world, that thought is a bit unsettling.
I thoroughly enjoyed this drama, and it’s one I’ll be rewatching. Huge thanks to the writers, producers, actors, actresses, and the entire costume and set design team for bringing this story to life!
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JAEGA JAEGA JAEGA!!!!!
LISTEN UP K DRAMA WATCHERS!!! Don't think you have some superiority complex and think this k-drama isn't good bc of these reviews saying it's disappointing, Ga-on has no personality and it's a mess. FIRST OF ALL, you cannot blame my man Ga-on okay it was hard to know the truth and he had mixed feelings. He lost his parents and the girl l he loved and almost Yo-han... SECOND, when I say that every single episode was interesting and had me SAT. IM NOT KIDDING OKAY!!!!! Literally I was itching and had to pee every 2 seconds from the anxiety this show gave me bc it was SO UPSIDE DOWN and anything was expected. Deep down tho I knew Yo-han did not do the fire but ngl thought it would be someone not expected that did the fire. bro got me thinking it was Ga-on at that point but im like nah that cant be. legit had to wait til the LAST EPISODE to find out like damn??? all for it to be Elijah anyways shows how good Yo-han is. Oh since we are talking about Yo-han he is THAT GUY okay. His morals, values, and humor is unmatched. Seriously tho, Ga-on was also so sweet he just wanted to do the right thing, poor guy and I'm glad he found out the truth at the end. Seon-ah WEIRD ASSSSS but she ate them fits and was a fun villain ngl but she did pmtfo with how she killed Su-hyeon and working with that RETARDED ASS PROFESSOR I HATED HIS ASS FROM THE FIRST EPISODE. but she was real for some stuff tho. OH AND THE WORST OF THEM ALL THE STUPID PRESIDENT BRO ALWAYS YAPPING AND SCREAMING I WANTED TO SKIP EVERYTIME HE WAS YELLING...... KOREA TOTAL CHANGEEEEEEEEEEEEE (roll your fingers in circles) SO REFRESHING!!!! Please just watch this you'll get me.FIRE INTRO !!! NEVER SKIPPED IT. &&& FIRE OST.
and dont forget..
JAEGA JAEGA JAEGA, JAEGA
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Worth it
Worth watching. wish it had season 2. ,............ ......
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