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My Thoughts
I finally got around to watching Weak Hero Class 1, and wow—this drama hit different. It’s not your typical high school drama; it’s raw, intense, and honestly, a little hard to watch at times because of how real it feels. The story follows Yeon Si-eun (played by Park Ji-hoon), a quiet but insanely smart student who becomes the target of bullies. But instead of backing down, he fights back in a way that’s calculated, strategic, and honestly terrifying at times.
What I loved most about this drama was how it portrayed violence—not in a glorified, action-packed way, but in a realistic, gut-wrenching way that makes you feel every hit. The bullying scenes were hard to watch, but they were necessary to show how brutal and unforgiving the world can be when you're perceived as weak. Si-eun isn’t your typical “hero.” He’s cold, distant, and methodical, which makes him such an interesting character. Park Ji-hoon’s performance? Absolutely insane. I knew him from his idol days, but this role proved he’s got serious acting chops.
The friendships in this drama are another highlight. The bond between Si-eun, Ahn Su-ho (Choi Hyun-wook), and Oh Beom-seok (Hong Kyung) felt so real, which made everything that happened later even more painful. Without spoiling too much, let’s just say—this is NOT a feel-good drama. It’s heartbreaking, frustrating, and at times, infuriating.
If I had to nitpick, I’d say the pacing was a little slow in some parts, but honestly, that’s a minor issue. The cinematography, the fight choreography, and the acting more than make up for it.
Would I recommend it? 100% YES, but only if you’re ready for something heavy. This isn’t just a drama about school violence—it’s about survival, trauma, and the consequences of being pushed to the edge. And with Weak Hero Class 2 confirmed, I’m both excited and scared to see where the story goes next.
What I loved most about this drama was how it portrayed violence—not in a glorified, action-packed way, but in a realistic, gut-wrenching way that makes you feel every hit. The bullying scenes were hard to watch, but they were necessary to show how brutal and unforgiving the world can be when you're perceived as weak. Si-eun isn’t your typical “hero.” He’s cold, distant, and methodical, which makes him such an interesting character. Park Ji-hoon’s performance? Absolutely insane. I knew him from his idol days, but this role proved he’s got serious acting chops.
The friendships in this drama are another highlight. The bond between Si-eun, Ahn Su-ho (Choi Hyun-wook), and Oh Beom-seok (Hong Kyung) felt so real, which made everything that happened later even more painful. Without spoiling too much, let’s just say—this is NOT a feel-good drama. It’s heartbreaking, frustrating, and at times, infuriating.
If I had to nitpick, I’d say the pacing was a little slow in some parts, but honestly, that’s a minor issue. The cinematography, the fight choreography, and the acting more than make up for it.
Would I recommend it? 100% YES, but only if you’re ready for something heavy. This isn’t just a drama about school violence—it’s about survival, trauma, and the consequences of being pushed to the edge. And with Weak Hero Class 2 confirmed, I’m both excited and scared to see where the story goes next.
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