Weak Hero Class (2022)

EL MEJOR DRAMA ESCOLAR DE ACCION

Antes de ver este drama tenía sobre un pedestal a la serie extracurricular cómo el mejor drama escolar de acción, pero después de ver esto no solo le quitó la corona, si no que se puso 2 escalones arriba.

-el protagonista no pudo tener mejor actor, ya e visto otros de el y simplemente es muy bueno.
- la historia está llena de acción que te llena de ansiedad, emoción y tristeza al final, con escenas magníficas que muestran peleas muy realistas, personajes secundarios que generan un buen ambiente de tensión y sobre todo los amigos del protagonista que nos muestran y nos hacen sentir su amistad como si fuera nuestra.
definitivamente de los mejores kdramas de este 2022 y el mejor kdrama de acción escolar.

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Recomendada si no te importa que el 90% sean peleas y 100% amistad preciosa.

*TW: Bullying, peleas, un poco de sangre, maltrato.*

Soy de las que le dan cierta grima tantas peleas tan fuertes, pero no hasta el punto de no poder verlo, así que si no es lo tuyo, esta no es tu serie, ya que son palizas en cada episodio.

Me encantan las series sobre la amistad y esta claramente lo es. Quiero muchísimo a Sieun y Sooho y hacen sus papeles increíblemente bien. El hecho de que Sooho es el único que consigue sacarle UNA sonrisa a Sieun... MI CORAZÓN. Y el personaje de Beomseok, increíble y el actor es que lo ha hecho perfecto.

Aviso de que te va a dar mucha rabia todo, te vas a cabrear y tu misme vas a querer pegar a todo el mundo jajajaja

La historia no es súper profunda, pero te muestra un poco el background de cada personaje principal y por lo que leí por ahí, es algo que no hacen en el webtoon.

No le pongo 10 por la falta de realismo. ¿Con tremendas palizas como no están todos muertos? jajaja ¿O al menos que lleguen a clase con algo más que unas tiritas y con suerte, una escayola? jajaja

Pero entiendo que al ser una adaptación de un webtoon, este tipo de webtoons no son lo más realistas, igual que en mangas o animes. Se dan palizas y casi nunca pasa anda grave jajaja

El final tuve que buscar en google exactamente que pasó en una cosa, porque hay una escena que te deja como... wait, pero... ¿ha pasado o no? Pero el último capítulo es una PASADA. En ese sí veréis más sangre.

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Vale cada segundo

Por fin me decidí a darle una oportunidad y debo decir que valió cada maldito segundo. La empecé por la tarde y la terminé en la madrugada con dolor de cabeza y una mezcla de emociones. Quedé encantada con Park Jihoon y sin dudas mi descubrimiento actoral del año se lo lleva Choi Hyunwook, su personaje me conquistó desde el primer momento y dependí de él hasta último minuto. Sin dudas me impactó mucho el giro que tomaron los acontecimientos y todavía sigo llorando y sufriendo por ello.

Ahora bien, mi 9.5 está justificado. La razón por la que siento que este minidrama no es un 10 se debe a que me molestaba mucho que no hubiese adultos funcionales a los acontecimientos, que nadie hiciera nada, que ningún profesor intersediera en las peleas, ni siquiera la policía fue util y ni hablar de los padres de SiEun que solo estaban ahí para recordarnos que el chico no es huerfano. Si bien esos detalles son funcionales a la trama una parte de mi esperó hasta último minuto que algún adulto fuese lógico y terminara con todo pero no. Otro motivo es que sentí el final flojo, realmente no hubo justicia para Sooho y hasta dan a entender que al final tanto él como su abuela se quedaron solos y eso me dejó devastada. Espero que esos detalles no se olviden en la segunda parte y que SiEun logre hacer justicia real y no sólo una que siga hundiendo su vida.

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I actually don't know how to summarize this one, I just believe everyone that can watch it should watch it. I haven't read the webtoon so I don't know how fans of the original material will react but, judging it on its own two feet, it far surpasses any expectations I had.

STORY
Honestly, this story almost felt like two, in the best way possible. Going into it I had this expectation of what would occur and what kind of avenues the story would take based on the teaser, but it proved me wrong. Weak Hero isn't just brilliant action, it's a deep dive into how interpersonal violence and bullying can affect and harm people long after the physical threat has disappeared. It's a case where I found every episode better than the last. The script and directing use foreshadowing masterfully, there are parallels that provoke so much thought and every moment feels deliberate. There are parallels everywhere, and the use of foreshadowing is deliberate and beautiful. Thought-provoking isn't even enough to cover it. Of course, there are issues with the script, some things are glossed over to fit the runtime, and the theme came off as confusing to some (not me) but overall I enjoyed the story it told immensely. The character motivations and progression all felt natural and understandable. It's a complete and interesting story that doesn't require additional knowledge from the webtoon to fill in the blanks and its end, though open for a second season, is satisfying and will leave you wishing you had more time with this world.

ACTING
I don't usually go to action flicks for character studies and heartbreaking emotions but the cast delivered on both and on stellar fight sequences that hurt just to watch.

So little disclaimer I am a Jihoon fan, but I will try not to be biased. Park Jihoon acting as Yeon Sieun was amazing. In the story put to screen it would've been very easy for Sieun to be one note, but Jihoons acting and eyes brought him to life.

Hong Kyung gave me the most compelling performance of the entire year. You have to watch it to know.

Choi Hyunwook brought a lovely levity to the story and his well-known ability to charm his way through the screen is at full display.

The entire supporting cast really showed out for this drama, the viciousness and vulnerability of boyhood were on full display. Special shoutout to Kim Sugyeom whose venom playing Youngbin almost burned through the screen.

MUSIC
The OSTs and music choices throughout the show helped evoke teenage listlessness and despair beautifully.

REWATCH VALUE
I considered placing this at a lower mark because some of the scenes are very hard to watch. Watching this drama inflicts a lot of emotional turmoil, but I honestly think it could only get better on rewatch. The point of the twists and turns is not to shock you, they're natural and understandable consequences of the violent world that bred them. Every choice makes sense, and the hunt for parallels in the script and directing upon rewatching would make it all the more worthwhile.


This easily falls into the top 5 dramas of the year for me. I would recommend any day! Also if you want to discuss it shoot me a friend request and a message I have so much to say.

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Remarkable drama

I can honestly say this is one of the most powerful, well written poignant dramas i have ever watched on Asian or british websites. I binge watched the complete series and it was the quickest 4 hours of my life.the young actors were just jaw-droppingly good, the music was perfection and for the first time ever watching an Asian drama i am going to read the webtoon this drama was based upon.
I cannot praise this piece of work highly enough, the storyline fast fast paced, my attention didn’t waver for a single moment, i am just awestruck at the quality of the acting, the writing, the music, i just hope everyone “gets it” the way i did.
You have a rare treat in store my fellow viewers

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Intense. Brutal. Yes, I recommend it. And with a heavy heart I am also considering it valuable

"Weak Hero Class 1" leaves me with mixed emotions. It is an intense KDrama, in which the young people are remarkably slow-paced, sort of numb, at times bordering on apathy. On the other hand, there are violent outbursts. Extreme. Brutal. A cruel parallel world that actually should have no place whatsoever in the everyday life of high school students!
What kind of society do we live in? It is simply too much, what young people have to go through and deal with. KDrama didn't invent it. Neither does the webtoon, the story is based on. It is a sad and scandalous reality in many schools, in many classes, in South Korea and elsewhere.

"Weak Hero Class 1" doesn't sugarcoat anything.
And it ends just the way it is... no end in sight...

I admit, I was about to drop it. Too much frustration and violence - it actually goes on and on. (Even if the 'weak hero' develops cunning, inspiring recipes to fight back... it still remains a world of violence.)
But then the relationship dynamics between the boys (and girls) are quite intense and what they go through inside and out is touching. Ultimately, it doesn't help to look away - even if it's painful to look at. In fact, "Weak Hero Class 1" is a great, impressive production. It is a disturbing inventory - disturbing because the story leaves no perspective, no silver lining, no substantial room for hope. (At most marginal sparks of light here and there.)

The largely indifferent attitude towards life that prevails in posture and movement of the young people is one thing, the massive outbreaks of violence another. Each soul seems to have long since fled its young body, so that there are only roughly apathetic youths on the move who occasionally act as numb thugs who kick helpless bodies on the ground, or vice versa. It's actually unbearable. It's traumatizing on both sides. And yet it is everyday life. This creates a very unique flow in the world of the students. In this world, one may search in vain for serious, responsible, courageous adults. They are lacking. The kids are alone in this world and have to find their way to live in it, or rather: to survive. Which side will you be on? Perpetrator? Victim? Rescuer? Spectator?

What agitates me the most in connection with "Weak Hero Class 1" is the enormous enthusiasm among der age-group of 13-17, who with this story obviously feel seen right on. This may be 'only' a fictional story, but it obviously tells the story of the youth, we (adults) usually dont´t get. Many are thrilled. In fact, I'm NOT thrilled. I'm impressed by the intensity of the production, yes. But primarily appalled by the dominance of bullying and the severity of violence among peers in everyday school life today. I am also shocked by the documented, self-evident aimlessness and helplessness of the adults. Ultimately, I am frustrated by the lack of a positive outlook and affected by such a disillusioning world of experience of the young, growing up generation.

"Weak Hero Class 1" is based on the template of a web toon and has (via KDrama) by now reached an even wider audience, especially among the 'adults', regarding bullying among schoolchildren. I appreciate that. The KDrama was released on the young streaming platform Wavve and was thus able to give plenty of dramaturgical space to the violent excesses. Maybe more than necessary? Or just right? The KDrama has a simple mission: to show what 'we' tend not to see because 'we' (adults) have no place in this parallel world of schoolchildren. And as a matter of principle, the story does not provide any answers in terms of a way out. No.
In the contrary: 'we' adults are in the pillory... What have we done (and also missed) that it could have gotten this far! Where is this going to end? What can we do about it?

Anyway, bottom line: I recommend the series. And with a heavy heart I am also considering it valuable especially for all those who call themselves adults, parents, teachers, social workers, officials in youth welfare offices, police officers, etc....
Hello, wake up!

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Friendship, Rage, and Revenge

Disclaimer: This is a short review of someone who haven't read the webtoon but enjoyed the drama.

As someone who hates seeing violence even in fiction, I enjoyed the story. Ngl, there are a lot of fighting scenes, however these are essential for the story. Violence aside, this 8-episode drama could easily pass dragged into a 16 episode drama. (and I'm glad it wasn't the former). I know this is an adaptation and usually the source story is better than the adaptation, but this is a good stand-alone drama. I haven't read the webtoon yet and I am planning to finish it before Season 2 gets aired.

The main character (the weak hero) is quite a unique character in the realm of high school dramas. Top students in such dramas are usually written like they are either just good or evil. I like how this character is written. I know Park Jihoon as an idol and have watched (At a Distance, Spring Is Green) his drama I had dropped but his acting is good here. I am uncertain of how well he played the character similar to that of the webtoon, but I was totally immersed in the story.

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Friendship, Happiness, and Hope (Ep4, 33:01)

I am lost for words. But I think I must do a review for how good this is.

The story is captivating, yet sobering, portrait of young students and the various struggles, challenges, and fleeting joys they go through as they develop in a society that all too frequently ignores and pushes them aside. It was everything, the friendship and bonds that must endure in the face of anything going on around them is told best as a character piece. (Did you realize that when Beom Seok lost his eyeglasses on the videoke bar, until then he doesn't wear it and that is when we see his true character or should I say his story.) That was brilliant!.

A talented cast. Even in the brief time we, the viewer, get to spend with the three actors, they effortlessly establish a great chemistry between them. They actually make you wish we could spend a little more time with them before the series takes its darker turns because of how well they get along. Their performances also have no trouble evoking the appropriate emotions from the difficult material. (Park Ji Hoon as Yeon Shi Eun, he definitely ate that role, what a great actor.)

A must-watch for the reason that has an unflinching storytelling, superb cast performances, and gritty but refined style.

I cried.

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A tip: watch the show without comparison between the webtoon & drama.

As someone who has read and is currently still reading the ongoing manhwa, watching this drama was totally worthy of my time and it gave me satisfaction for every scenes especially the fight scenes, so thrilling and blood boiling. I love all the characters, perfect casting in my opinion. I felt a little more depth about their "friendship" and cried a ton of tears watching the latter episode parts until the end. It was fun, both the manhwa and the drama. No bias. Hoping for season/part 2 of the series!!

A tip: watch the show without comparison between the webtoon & drama. Enjoy the drama, do not evaluate and nitpick every detail.

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First 10 for me.

One suggestion to those who are going to watch this... BINGE IT all in one go. Its made to be binged.

Out of all the K,C,J dramas I have watched, this is the only one that 'had' to be given 10/10. This drama was really different from the other dramas. The plot progression was not too fast where we felt things rushed nor was it too slow that made one feel like director is really trying to squeeze out everything. It was just right! The brotherly affection between two ML's was so mature and real. Not the usual run off the mill where one is always the jester and other is way too superior.

The twist in plot midway, was so gradual but shocking because we don't see it coming yet it felt completely plausible and natural. The plot, its really simple. Few people come together in adversity forms friendship. And then shit happens. But the way it was written and directed, really made us feel the emotions which are seldomly felt while watching 'kcj'-dramas. The unsaid glances between the ML's, unsaid respect and love for each other... it works like a charm. Watching this really makes one aspire to have that kind of friendship. Hats off to the writers for writing it.

These young actors really are very promising, talentwise. Not just another good-looking useless 'oppas' now-a-days in vogue.

And unlike other korean mini-series, where acting sucks, story sucks, production sucks, direction sucks.. I mean everything sucks, this mini-series do the opposite. The production is top notch without any compromises. Cinematography, sets, action, acting everything is on point.

Its really a gem!!

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