Alienóide (2022)

Start of a new era

First of all Imma be incredibly biased and say kim taeri deserved more screentime, she was amazing ❣ everyone was but I'm biased~

I think just rating "plot" isn't enough so I'll break it down
*Fantasy elements: 8/10. Alien stories have been done to death. But it is new in kmovies and better yet it was mixed into historical elements
*Cgi: 8.5/10 it was pretty cool, tho the cats were the least believe ?
*Storyline: 7/10. It was predictable, from the villains to "who" might be the new controller (?)..
*Background and built up: 7/10. Adding kids feels like a safe choice to make it more sympathetic, and easier to not build too much world setting before the movie starts
Like gaurd/thunder started the movie by just continuing their work from before the movie starts, so there's less emotional attachment. But with a kid, who becomes the adult we're rooting for, it's a safe way to act like a build-up and growth
*Childhood connection: 7.5/10. If we were forced to have a cliche fine, it was cute cuz mureok was a cutie xD tho I was redisappointed by their obvious attempt at big twist
*Action scenes: 9/10. It's been a while since Action lost it's thrill, car chasing, fist fighting are just a mashed up scene of boom boo pow pows. But this was fun

I was a bit lost on the mages, I mean if aliens exist why not magic? But also one fantasy is enough, tho again their magic vs aliens fight scene was fun

Space sweepers had more flashy cgi and world building. Tho main plot was a cheap safe choice of "kid sympathy". So here there was more story content but less world build up

Even when we realized yian is gaurd/thunders kid, we don't know how she lived 10 years alone in a historical world after being a modern world kid. She was alone, no family, no money. More depth would've been nice. Especially since they showed her going there as a 10 year old. Since the kid looks like taeri I assumed she lived in modern world then in 2032 she went back to the past

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You shouldn't watch at night, you will sleep midway

A litte disappointing, I was expecting something more trash movie vibes with all the crazy historical aliens and androids theme. The movie try to be serious in the first half, but the drama isn't really good, actually, it's very easy to get upset or annoyed with all the key characters who either are too shallow or extremely annoying.

In my opinion the fight scenes in the second half are where the soul of this movie rests, I mean, a historical korean movie where a female lead from the future shoot to death alienoids along with an overpower shaman from the Goryeo Dynasty??? This movie is the perfect setup for a bloody and violent story like Versus (2000) and Bullet Train (2022) that doesn't take itself seriously.
Unfortunately Choi Dong Hoon doesn't seem to notice it and try to follow the example of "Along with the Gods" that succeds to deliver a good drama while conciliating some epics battles, but Alienoid stays in the middle of these 3 movies...

P.S: It took me 3 days to finish it and I slept watching on the first day.

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Eeeeh... ¿qué?

✨¡Hallo!✨ Hoy me paso por acá para hablarles de una película que llevaba esperando mucho tiempo porque amo a varios de los actores que trabajan en ella: Alienoid (parte uno, porque grabaron en simultáneo una continuación que todavía no salió).

No sé cómo resumirles esta trama porque sinceramente no entendí bien cuál fue el punto de todo, así que acá está la sinopsis que encontré en internet (aunque parece que estamos todos en la misma): Durante la dinastía Goryeo, los taoístas intentan tomar una espada misteriosa. En la actualidad, los extraterrestres aparecen en la Tierra. Pronto aparece una puerta del tiempo entre el período tardío de la dinastía Goryeo y la actualidad. Debido a esto, ocurren situaciones caóticas.

Ammm... sí, no me gustó, perdón. Literal fueron más de dos horas en las que no dejé de preguntarme "¿Por qué está pasando todo esto? ¿Cuál es la historia que me quieren contar? ¿La trama es realmente compleja o solo me están contando todo de manera caótica?". Puede que yo no fuera el público objetivo para esta historia (la fantasía asiática de época no es lo mío), pero la realidad es que todo lo que fue pasando me interesó poco y me confundió mucho.

¡La peli arranca y ya da por hecho que uno entiende todo el contexto de lo que está pasando y no! Para colmo casi nunca dan explicaciones de nada... Aunque al menos los saltos temporales constantes no me parecieron mal manejados(?

Ahora bien, dejando de lado la trama, todo lo que es efectos especiales es una locura. Onda, la producción es una maravilla, no acepto otras opiniones. Y los actores son todos espectaculares (Kim Tae Ri brilla en todo lo que hace y me encantó ver a Kim Woo Bin interpretando personajes tan diferentes entre sí, porque hace más de uno). ¿Me sorprendió lo poco que aparecen algunos actores? Sí, pero porque hay una cantidad insana de personajes y algunos ni siquiera entendí por qué estaban ahí...

En fin, una película visualmente muy buena que lamentablemente no llegué a disfrutar por lo all over the place que es todo. Encima cerca del final hay un plot twist re predecible... No, no recomiendo.

¿Voy a ver la parte 2? Tal vez, pero no es seguro.

•IG DE RESEÑAS CORTAS: @AltoPlotTwist

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One hell of a ride

This is a start of something new. A new franchise? Maybe?

The movie was action-packed and ver entertaining. It has no boring storylines. And every character was very well woven in one tapestry.

Actors were perfectly picked. Kim Woo Bin portrayed each character very well. Hope he comes back in the sequel. Kim Tae Ri is the new sci-fi movie queen and Ryu Joon Yeol in his element. I love the funny yet very charismatic character or Mu Reok.

The story was unique and my expectations for this movie was even exceeded.

I recommend this movie. I’ll be waiting for the sequel.

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had high expectations!!

the idea was great. the concept was new. like futuristic alien sci fi fight with magic in a period drama hell yeah when i saw the trailer i was on cloud seven THIS IS IT this is what the world needed right now but the movie was good not per of my expectations but was good.

:: what i disliked ::
i strongly believe the writer could have done so much better with the plot, especially in the first half. the movie should have start from kim woobin's character death while yian getting thrown off of the clif. his character should have been a cameo in the show. giving his character half of the movie plot that adds nothing (not even emotional depth) to the plot. and it also tells me that either the writer was a huge kim woobin fan or he/she didn't have much trust in her/his story. I'm sorry that first really just took me out of the "hypezone" i was in for this movie. plus the entire alien vs guard montage and red fogs spreading would implying that earth is done for would have been done better but it's still good so I've no problem with it. BUT villains were underwhelming. like how they introduced was so casually. they showed train to busan bad guy here and i already knew he's playing a major character that's how predictable the story is.

:: what i liked ::
yian, mureok and the two mages characters. they did a tremendous good job at portraying their roles. the comic timing was done well. and the fighting scenes in the climax oh IT WAS HYPEE. mureok should have been handled much better like i wish i could see more of his side story too but i guess we'll have to wait for part 2 for that. and of course KIM TAERI!!! she was just AMAZING! should have had more scenes (just like mureok) but part 2, part 2, i get it.

:: overall ::
this story should have been kim taeri centric. it's her journey! her story! she is the main hero! (well she still is the hero of the movie, atleast she'll be in part 2) this was still a enjoyable ride. 7/10.

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Owsm k-movie

Alienoid is a thrilling K-drama that takes the audience on an interstellar adventure like never before. The series seamlessly blends science fiction with compelling human drama, creating a captivating narrative that keeps viewers hooked from the first episode.

One of the standout features is the impressive visual effects that bring the alien world to life. The attention to detail in crafting extraterrestrial landscapes and creatures adds a visually stunning layer to the storytelling, immersing the audience in a captivating otherworldly experience.

The cast delivers commendable performances, skillfully navigating the challenges of portraying characters caught between two worlds. Their emotional journey and interpersonal dynamics provide a relatable anchor to the fantastical elements of the plot, making the viewer invest not only in the sci-fi aspects but also in the human connections at the story's core.

What sets Alienoid apart is its ability to balance high-stakes sci-fi elements with moments of genuine emotion and humor. The writing strikes a delicate equilibrium, ensuring that the alien encounters and the personal struggles of the characters are equally engaging. This duality adds depth to the narrative, making it a well-rounded and enjoyable watch.

The exploration of themes such as identity, acceptance, and the uncharted territories of the universe adds a thought-provoking layer to the series. Alienoid invites viewers to contemplate not only the mysteries of the cosmos but also the intricacies of the human experience, making it a K-drama that transcends genre boundaries.

In summary, Alienoid is a must-watch for those seeking a fresh take on K-drama, offering a mesmerizing blend of science fiction, heartfelt drama, and a visual spectacle that transports viewers to new and uncharted territories. With its stellar performances, captivating storyline, and a perfect balance of the extraordinary and the relatable, Alienoid stands out as a gem in the realm of K-drama.

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Weird, but funny and fast paced

This movie is really different. It's an alien apocalypse meets old school wire martial arts film meets magic and mages with some comedy and action thrown in.

Likes: It's creative and fresh. The off kilter comedy works. I didn't know Ryu Jun Yeol could be so funny. The stellar cast. The action and acting was good. It's fast paced so you don't notice how long the movie is.

Dislikes: The movie is just plain weird, but in a stylish sort of way. But it was so out there that I actually thought I would drop this a few times. It was the bits of comedy that reeled me back in. The mashup of genres took some getting used to. The CGI could have been better. All the separate subplots that set up the story took too long and was confusing at first. Once the story started connecting the dots though, it got way better and interesting.

I would say that this movie is basically setting up everything for the 2nd movie. So just when it starts to get good, it ends with a cliffhanger for part 2 which I will watch because I want to know what happens. Very curious to see people's reactions to this movie. It's one of those movies that I think people will either love or hate.

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