Reino 2 (2020)

Joseon of The Dead

I really liked their gradual introduction to the theme and the zombies but this kind of introduction felt too long and lasted for several episodes without any pieces moving in the story. It was a bit obvious this was done on purpose to delay progress for Season 2. Meanwhile, Season 2 took a step back and tried to develop its characters even though there was no room for that. Although Kingdom as a whole is relatively short but it needed a more precise cut to suit what we've been presented. Maybe cutting it down to 8 episodes in total would be ideal. The slow atmospheric shots with eerie background music were pleasant at first, but they quickly became overused to death and an abrupt change was needed but never happened. The movie Ashin of the North was an unnecessary addition that felt empty, out of place and was missing something to make us care. In traditional Netflix fashion, always make sure to lay the groundwork for endless possible future seasons/iterations at the end of every turn. Despicable greed!

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Amazing Zombie Drama

I usually don't watch things related to zombies, mainly because it's been done so many times and it's usually all the same. But Kingdom is a completely different story. It has so much action and suspense and also the elements you'd expect in a historical drama. There was just as much political intrigue and backstabbing as you'd see in a historical K-drama. But it's interwoven nicely alongside the zombie storyline.

Watching this, I didn't know who to trust or who was good or bad. I worried about who would die and who would survive. All the characters are well written, the story and world-building is amazing. I can't wait for the follow-up episode and see where it goes from there.

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Suspense to the very last stand...

By far the best drama I've seen this year. It's action-packed with zombies, great characters and a very believable political battle. The cinematography is highly impressive. Compared to the first season, there's a ton more scene where I felt more satisfied.

In terms of story, this season definitely tries to pull a bit of the logic to make it feel more epic or extreme. Critics may focus on this and say it wasn't as good, but in all things considered, I don't think they could have done it better. Also, there is still more to uncovered about how the zombies spread. This was foreshadowed for season three, so I would personally hold off my opinions on that until I see it.

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Dropped the ball, still good tho

The first season was spectacular. Easily 10/10 from me. The intrigue, the ost, the acting, and production values were all top-notch. These things carried on. The second season is still very good. But it suffers from some serious issues that were absent from its predecessor, such as:


-Extremely fast pace. Things happen way too quickly, like tl;dr from one plot point to another without proper buildup.
-Diabolous and Deus ex machina galore; characters making stupid or overly competent decisions for the sake of pushing plot forward; especially in final two episodes where it was like wut just turn off your brain and don't try to predict what happens next
-The protagonists made two 'merciful' and illogical decisions regarding sparing people that, fortunately, this fiction has enough decency to show terribly backfire. Still, it was incredibly frustrating.
-When you have zombies pilled up below impenetrable city walls, you can just shoot them from above. Surely you have more arrows, blackpowder, and other weapons than there are zombies?
-Armor is not paper, please stop showing blades cutting through armor like that. Also, bows are not guns. Especially medieval bows. You can't just draw it and hold it drawn for a prolonged period of time without tearing your tendons.

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Good zombie drama but not strong storyline.

It is a good zombie drama and easy to watch but for me there is missing development of the characters. To be honest I did not care if the main characters die or not. The main focus was on the playeg instead of focusing more on the storyline. Based on the high rating I was expecting much more.

The drama will keep me hooked but towardsthe end I was loosing interest.

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Kingdom Season 2 Review

Introduction:
Kingdom Season 2, the much-anticipated continuation of the series, proves to be a worthy successor to its predecessor. Building upon the foundation laid in the first season, this installment elevates the plot and introduces unexpected twists, showcasing creative and engaging writing.

Plot Development:
The plot of Kingdom Season 2 takes a commendable leap forward, demonstrating a noticeable improvement in its complexity and depth. Viewers are treated to a captivating narrative that keeps them on the edge of their seats. The introduction of unpredictable plot twists adds an exciting layer to the storytelling, making each episode a thrilling experience.

Creative Writing:
One of the standout features of Kingdom Season 2 is the creative writing that permeates every aspect of the series. The narrative unfolds with inventive flair, weaving a tale that is both unique and thought-provoking. The writers successfully manage to maintain a balance between suspense, drama, and character development, delivering a storyline that keeps audiences invested from start to finish.

Casting and Acting:
The casting choices in Kingdom Season 2 not only remain consistent with the high standard set by the first season but also showcase an improvement in the actors' performances. The cast delivers their roles with even greater conviction, bringing the characters to life with a depth that adds authenticity to the unfolding events. The synergy among the cast members contributes significantly to the overall success of the series.

Conclusion:
In conclusion, Kingdom Season 2 emerges as a formidable continuation of the series, surpassing expectations with its enhanced plot development, unpredictable twists, and stellar performances from the cast. The creative writing elevates the viewing experience, making it a must-watch for fans of the genre. Kingdom Season 2 is a testament to the series' ability to evolve and captivate audiences with its engaging narrative and compelling characters.

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I felt about this the same way I felt about the first one — excited for all the zombie parts and the action scenes, but feeling like I could've gotten so much more social commentary or discussion about the human condition, instead of a lot of the politics with old bearded men that I STILL can't tell apart. I also really like that they fleshed out the story behind the resurrection flower and what causes the plague, but there's sadly a little less tension now that the outbreak is all out in the open. I still appreciate all the action scenes and the team sticking together (or not).

The one thing that stood out to me the most is the music and the cinematography — both really impressive and immersive, with some of the most dramatic and beautiful shots I'd ever seen.

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Zombies in Joseon part 2

The story continues with a kingdom being on a brink of collapse in the midst of a political struggle and a bloody war between people and monsters. The plot is well balanced between corruption and war without overwhelming us with too much with court politics.

Season 2 also introduces a more well-rounded villain, the queen, who doesn't simply exist to usurp power. Being the daughter of a ruthless official, she takes the level of cruelty to a whole new level. But, although she commits countless atrocities, some of her motivations add depth to her character, unlike her father who was a stereotypical power-hungry villain.

The story is still well paced full of intrigue and interesting characters, but the ending leaves a huge cliffhanger with no promise of a season 3. Lee Chang gives up the throne in favor of an infant with no royal blood. While the infant grows up in the palace to be the future king, Lee Chang sets off on a quest to track the resurrection flower and everyone who distributes it. That seems like a nonsensical decision completely undermining everything he's done so far. But, there is a method to his madness. A kingdom must have a king. A kingdom with a history of a zombie apocalypse must have someone to ensure the dead stay dead. This decision culminates his complete character development where he becomes a selfless hero putting the national interests first rather than his personal ambition. As the show approaches the end, he comes across an eerie shack full of monsters and finds a mysterious woman there. Meanwhile, in the palace, a eunuch witnesses a worm crawling under the young king's skin towards his brain. This is where the story ends with no plot resolution and a brand new character we don't know enough to care about.

I normally don't watch zombie shows because of the gore. But here, it was manageable for me because the amount of gore was enough to be convincing without being overwhelming. The drama was so well executed, it kept me engaged from start to finish. But, the ending was disappointing because there is no season 3!

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Want a series

So i watched it assuming it was a drama for some reason. And i was waiting for the second episode and guess what it was a movie TT
this movie needs a continuation for sure and i really want to see what has happened to her post the zombie apocalypse.
i am so curious cause Omg i cant imagine what the story could be!
also i really wanted the actors of the drama to be cast in this movie
like i did anticipate the cast to show up here and i was very much dissappointed
and when they showed her family living like zomibies still i was in a state of shock never saw that coming
another thing was she was raped and used my the men in that village and i was just shook beyond words and it was so satisfactory to see her take revenge upon the socitey.
this also showed us how women whatever they are wherever they are which ever era they are in will always be taken advantage of and used us rags and thrown away like trash.
wanted more action scenes obvio cause her taking revenge on those ass ho es was satisfactory af.

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