Simply outstanding
Moving was an absolute thrill from start to finish. It delivered a perfect balance of action, emotion, and storytelling, making it easily one of the best Korean dramas I've ever watched. The pacing was relentless, ensuring that there was never a dull moment. I only wish the episodes were longer than an hour—I enjoyed it so much that I’m already on a rewatch, something I rarely ever do.
One of the highlights for me was the heartwarming friendship between Bong-seok and Hee-soo. Their interactions consistently brought a huge smile to my face, and their bond felt so natural and authentic. The teenage characters actually acted their age, which is refreshing to see in a high school-centered narrative. The actors did a phenomenal job portraying them with depth and sincerity.
The show took a thematic shift when the parents' backstories were introduced midway. While the pacing changed, I found myself loving this aspect even more than the teen drama elements at the beginning. The love stories of Kim Doo-shik and Mi-hyun, as well as Jang Ju-won and Hwang Ji-hee, were beautifully written and filled with palpable chemistry. Their relationships added layers of emotional depth to the show.
Guryongpo's backstory was another standout aspect. The way they did a deepdive into his backstory was great (I only wish they explored Kindooshik's backstory in the same way.) His character arc was compelling, and his fight scenes were an absolute spectacle—choreographed brilliantly with a touch of humor. The motel hallway fight scenes were reminiscent of *Oldboy*, and the final battles were just as epic. I had a huge smile on my face throughout the last two episodes, especially during Jang Ju-won and Jaeman’s fights. The background music during these action sequences was fantastic, enhancing the intensity and excitement. The overall OST was stellar and complemented the series beautifully.
At the beginning, the show incorporated heavy symbolism through colors in both dialogue and imagery to characterize the three main kids with superpowers—yellow for Bong-seok, orange for Hee-soo, and red for Gang-hoon/Jaeman. These colors were prominently displayed whenever their stories were explored, and while they added to the visual appeal, I had hoped for a deeper narrative significance beyond just aesthetic symbolism.
I saw some reviewers complaining about the graphics and VFX. I thought it was outstanding—I did not notice any wires or whatever. The VFX was very believable.
Moving delivered an incredibly satisfying experience, and I am beyond excited for Season 2!
One of the highlights for me was the heartwarming friendship between Bong-seok and Hee-soo. Their interactions consistently brought a huge smile to my face, and their bond felt so natural and authentic. The teenage characters actually acted their age, which is refreshing to see in a high school-centered narrative. The actors did a phenomenal job portraying them with depth and sincerity.
The show took a thematic shift when the parents' backstories were introduced midway. While the pacing changed, I found myself loving this aspect even more than the teen drama elements at the beginning. The love stories of Kim Doo-shik and Mi-hyun, as well as Jang Ju-won and Hwang Ji-hee, were beautifully written and filled with palpable chemistry. Their relationships added layers of emotional depth to the show.
Guryongpo's backstory was another standout aspect. The way they did a deepdive into his backstory was great (I only wish they explored Kindooshik's backstory in the same way.) His character arc was compelling, and his fight scenes were an absolute spectacle—choreographed brilliantly with a touch of humor. The motel hallway fight scenes were reminiscent of *Oldboy*, and the final battles were just as epic. I had a huge smile on my face throughout the last two episodes, especially during Jang Ju-won and Jaeman’s fights. The background music during these action sequences was fantastic, enhancing the intensity and excitement. The overall OST was stellar and complemented the series beautifully.
At the beginning, the show incorporated heavy symbolism through colors in both dialogue and imagery to characterize the three main kids with superpowers—yellow for Bong-seok, orange for Hee-soo, and red for Gang-hoon/Jaeman. These colors were prominently displayed whenever their stories were explored, and while they added to the visual appeal, I had hoped for a deeper narrative significance beyond just aesthetic symbolism.
I saw some reviewers complaining about the graphics and VFX. I thought it was outstanding—I did not notice any wires or whatever. The VFX was very believable.
Moving delivered an incredibly satisfying experience, and I am beyond excited for Season 2!
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