You’ll stress, you’ll judge, and you’ll still find yourself hoping they make it out alive
The title “Walking on Thin Ice” couldn’t be more fitting. Kang Eun Soo and James have been literally walking on thin ice since the day they became partners in crime. This drama doesn’t glamorize drug dealing at all. Instead, it shows how their lives spiral out of control, full of stress, fear, and constant running. The money might make things easier for a bit, but it never lasts long and definitely isn’t worth the risk.
To be honest, before watching this, I had little to no expectations. Just from the synopsis, it sounded pretty straightforward and nothing new to look forward to. I started watching purely because of Kim Young Kwang since I’ve been into his dramas recently. Well, this one turned out way better, even beyond my expectations. Now I’m completely invested in the story and constantly stressing out for the leads.
Eun Soo’s choice to sell drugs has been called selfish and foolish, selfish for damaging the society while she's trying to save her family, foolish for somehow dragging her family down. But think about it. When life corners you and every door seems closed, do you really stop to weigh how your actions might affect society or your loved ones months or years down the line? Desperation doesn’t think, it acts. And sometimes, survival makes you cross lines you once swore you never would. Also, if she hadn’t sold the drugs, this drama would literally have ended at episode 2, guys. That being said, I’m not supporting the action itself. No reason can justify the crime of selling drugs but calling her straight-up selfish and stupid isn’t fair either.
Eun Soo and James have such a nice dynamic. They only have each other to rely on now, and their chemistry just works. Both are smart in their own ways, though Eun Soo’s inexperience and occasional sloppiness sometimes get them in trouble. Still, it makes sense since it's her first time committing such crime.
James’s backstory was unexpected. He’s not the type who sells drugs just for the money. Unlike Eun Soo, the reason behind his involvement in the drug business remains a mystery, seemingly tied to something from his past. Definitely something interesting to look forward to as the episodes go on.
Not gonna lie, I’m rooting for the leads not to get caught or at least not that easily. I know it sounds wrong, but the story makes it hard not to root for them. For now, it’s tough to tell how it’ll all end, but I just hope both of them survive, even if that means ending up behind bars.
Overall, “Walking on Thin Ice” is a fast-paced drama that keeps you on the edge of your seat, with amazing performances from the entire cast and it’ll definitely make you stress out right along with them.
To be honest, before watching this, I had little to no expectations. Just from the synopsis, it sounded pretty straightforward and nothing new to look forward to. I started watching purely because of Kim Young Kwang since I’ve been into his dramas recently. Well, this one turned out way better, even beyond my expectations. Now I’m completely invested in the story and constantly stressing out for the leads.
Eun Soo’s choice to sell drugs has been called selfish and foolish, selfish for damaging the society while she's trying to save her family, foolish for somehow dragging her family down. But think about it. When life corners you and every door seems closed, do you really stop to weigh how your actions might affect society or your loved ones months or years down the line? Desperation doesn’t think, it acts. And sometimes, survival makes you cross lines you once swore you never would. Also, if she hadn’t sold the drugs, this drama would literally have ended at episode 2, guys. That being said, I’m not supporting the action itself. No reason can justify the crime of selling drugs but calling her straight-up selfish and stupid isn’t fair either.
Eun Soo and James have such a nice dynamic. They only have each other to rely on now, and their chemistry just works. Both are smart in their own ways, though Eun Soo’s inexperience and occasional sloppiness sometimes get them in trouble. Still, it makes sense since it's her first time committing such crime.
James’s backstory was unexpected. He’s not the type who sells drugs just for the money. Unlike Eun Soo, the reason behind his involvement in the drug business remains a mystery, seemingly tied to something from his past. Definitely something interesting to look forward to as the episodes go on.
Not gonna lie, I’m rooting for the leads not to get caught or at least not that easily. I know it sounds wrong, but the story makes it hard not to root for them. For now, it’s tough to tell how it’ll all end, but I just hope both of them survive, even if that means ending up behind bars.
Overall, “Walking on Thin Ice” is a fast-paced drama that keeps you on the edge of your seat, with amazing performances from the entire cast and it’ll definitely make you stress out right along with them.
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