A Bold “What If” Drama
I just finished Trigger on Netflix 30 minutes ago and it really stuck with me.
The premise alone is powerful: what if South Korea, a country with some of the strictest gun laws in the world, suddenly found itself flooded with illegal firearms? The show dives into how quickly society can unravel when that line is crossed and it does so with intensity and thoughtfulness.
What makes Trigger so engaging is the clash between its two leads. On one side, a principled ex-sniper who believes in justice through law and restraint. On the other, a mysterious figure who sees chaos as the only path to fairness—arming the powerless and letting them decide the fate of their oppressors. Their ideological battle gives the drama both heart and tension, and the performances are phenomenal.
The show doesn’t just focus on action, though. It raises bigger questions about justice, morality, and how fragile order really is when weapons land in everyday hands. That’s what makes it so unsettling and unforgettable.
If I had one critique, it’s that the ending felt deliberately vague. It’s not entirely clear if true resolution was reached, which makes me wonder if a Season 2 could be possible. Either way, the ambiguity fits the theme, leaving you with a lot to think about.
Bottom line: Trigger isn’t just a thriller, t’s a social mirror. Tense, sharp, and emotionally charged, it’s one of those rare dramas that entertains while also making you reflect long after it ends.
Adding here: Didn't help the "villain" was so damn attractive lol.
The premise alone is powerful: what if South Korea, a country with some of the strictest gun laws in the world, suddenly found itself flooded with illegal firearms? The show dives into how quickly society can unravel when that line is crossed and it does so with intensity and thoughtfulness.
What makes Trigger so engaging is the clash between its two leads. On one side, a principled ex-sniper who believes in justice through law and restraint. On the other, a mysterious figure who sees chaos as the only path to fairness—arming the powerless and letting them decide the fate of their oppressors. Their ideological battle gives the drama both heart and tension, and the performances are phenomenal.
The show doesn’t just focus on action, though. It raises bigger questions about justice, morality, and how fragile order really is when weapons land in everyday hands. That’s what makes it so unsettling and unforgettable.
If I had one critique, it’s that the ending felt deliberately vague. It’s not entirely clear if true resolution was reached, which makes me wonder if a Season 2 could be possible. Either way, the ambiguity fits the theme, leaving you with a lot to think about.
Bottom line: Trigger isn’t just a thriller, t’s a social mirror. Tense, sharp, and emotionally charged, it’s one of those rare dramas that entertains while also making you reflect long after it ends.
Adding here: Didn't help the "villain" was so damn attractive lol.
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