Vigilante (2023)

Stellar crime thiller! (he didn't do anything wrong)

Vigilante is a fast paced crime thriller, that is perfect for a fast binge. It's not the most fleshed out drama out there, we don't really get to know any of the characters backstories or why they do the things they do. I really liked the main protagonist/antagonist (actually he was 100% right in everything imo). It was super refreshing to see Nam joohyuk in this type of role. I'm so used to him just playing the "pretty boy next door". Actually acting was great all-around.

The drama do lack any type of realism when it comes to injuries, logic etc etc, like why can everyone in this show fight? Why can that guy lift a car? why did the reporter barely react to the crazy stuff happening right in-front of her eyes? This did bother me a bit, but honestly it wasn't a huge deal for me, since k-dramas do tend to go out of the realm of reality pretty often. Also the show didn't really have a emotional punch to it. I did really like the ending of the drama, I would actually be fine if that was it you know? (don't wanna spoil)

It's a drama worth-while if you like these types of shows! A solid 8/10 from me.

Leia Mais

what i think?

i’m ngl i don’t really know what t think abt this show like i liked it but at the same time it bored me like i would go on my phone doing other things while it was playing i feel like the fighting and killing was putting me off cuz it was in every single episode personally i js don’t think this was for me like i did like it js not my type of thing it was really fast forward as well i feel like i would’ve liked it if it went more slow and was more mysterious i’d probably recommend it t ppl who like stuff like this thriller crime political typa shit and ofc the handsome male leads was a plussss and there was pretty female leads i was going t fall in love seriously that was one thing i liked about this show and that’s about it

Leia Mais

We got an satisfactory ending!!

This is going to be a short and sweet tidbit since I am fresh off finishing the show.

After having a nice buildup of plot, characters, and suspense, I for sure thought we were going to get a terrible cliffhanger ending that would never get a second season. Plus, as someone who hasn't (and doesn't really plan to) read the webtoon - it would be a very anti-climatic and disappointing end to the 8 episodes.
BUT.
All I'm saying in this review is that we got a conclusion, we. got. a. conclusion. A good one, a satisfactory one, and one that does leave room for expanding. (If they so please to do).

I loved the action, the blood, and the personalities of the characters. Especially the fact that everyone was really consistent in the way they acted, not that they don't have character development, but that their actions stayed in line and made sense as t what their character was built up to be.

Do give it a watch, if you like this kind of genre - happy watching people :)

Leia Mais

A MASTERPIECE

HOLY SHIT I LOVE THIS SO MUCH THIS IS SO GOOD! THE ACTING, ACTORS, MUSIC, CINEMATOGRAPHY IS THE BEST!! I CAN' WAIT FOR THE SECOND SEASON AAAA I LOVE THIS DRAMA SO MUCH! NAM JOOHYUK'S ACTING IS SO GOOD IT'S PERFECT! I NEED HIM TO START IN MORE DRAMAS LIKE THIS! I NEED MORE DRAMAS LIKE THIS

the buildup, vigilante's plan, the backstory is so good !! i love this drama so much i wish it has 20 episodes!! manifesting for the second season next year plsplspls i know this is from a webtoon so im thinking of reading this ajskjdhasj but at the same time i don't want to because i'll be spoiled

Leia Mais

レビュー

ストーリーは良いですが、時々非常に遅く感じられ、ストーリーは複雑です。私もキャストは良くないと思います。主人公はロマンスドラマや悲しいドラマに最適です。完璧なドラマ、完璧なキャスティング、完璧な演技、完璧な表現、完璧なストーリー、完璧な演出、完璧な音楽、素晴らしい一連の出来事、あらゆる点で最高のシリーズの一つに分類される素晴らしいシリーズディズニーによる2023年の。これは、プロモーション、予算をかけて待つ価値のあるシリーズです。

Leia Mais

Nam Joo-hyuk: The Versatile Actor Who Leaves Audiences in Awe.

Nam Joo-hyuk's acting, He is truly an exceptional talent who brings so much depth to his characters. It's fascinating how effortlessly he portrays different personas, leaving us in awe of his versatility. The second fake vigilante( i forgot his name ) who helped jiyong in the series definitely left us with so many questions, right? i am hoping for a second season that will provide more insights into his background and origins. Nam Joo-hyuk's acting is praiseworthy, and I can't wait to see more amazing performances from him in the future!

His ability to bring authenticity and emotional depth to every character he plays is truly remarkable. Whether he's portraying a complex, troubled soul or a charming and charismatic individual, Nam Joo-hyuk's talent shines through. And those anger scenes? They are so powerful and intense, showcasing his ability to express himself physically and emotionally in a captivating way.

The Vigilante is such a great series, and I wish that it would have been awesome if Seonwook didn't die and if they had exposed the truth in the end. It's those unexpected twists and turns that keep us on the edge of our seats, right? I'm eagerly waiting for a second season.

Let's keep our fingers crossed that the crew of the show hear our wishes and give us another season with the same incredible cast. Nam Joo-hyuk's talent is truly infinite, and I have no doubt that he will continue to captivate us with his performances in the future. So let's stay tuned and eagerly anticipate what's to come!

Leia Mais

The acting was insane. I love it!

This will be put next to "My name".
Kim So-Jin did an excellent job portraying Choi Mi-Ryeo and Lee Joon-Hyuk portrayed Cho Kang Ok. Their talent is brilliant.
I fell in love with Joo Hyuk Nam in "25,21", where he did an amazing job. In this role, where Kim Ji-Yong was so different from Baek I-Jin, we could see how talented he could be.
And Yoo Ji-Tae as Cho He-on, GOD, brilliant.
The fight scenes were insane.

I'm going to leave my favorite lines from each episode here.
Ep. 1:
"I think it's because many criminals think they were caught because of the victims. It seems they blamed the victim, rationalize their behavior, and commit crimes again."
"There is a void in the law. It is often lenient to bad guys who don't deserve this. Now I'll fill that void. This is justice."
Ep. 2:
"Heavens's net. I'm sorry. Forgive." Tao Te Ching
"Don't worry. This isn't the age of Arsene Lupin. The evidence will turn up. And he'll get caught eventually. I guarantee it. People will forget about the Vigilante. I will make sure of it."
Ep. 3:
"The one who breaks the law better than anyone else is being protected by it. The one who obeyed the law better than anyone else wasn't protected in any way. So I thought about it. I think some crimes can be punished by crimes."
Ep. 4:
"If the Vigilante is caught and it turns out he's a steady and righteous person, with a good job and a good reputation, and if he's even young and good-looking, the public will go wild. Beyond our control."
Ep. 5:
The "battle" between The Vigilante and Cho Heon was amazing. There are so many good lines.
"People like you become monsters eventually."
"And that's why I feel sorry for you. [...] If you slightly change direction, you could become such a great police officer."
Ep. 6: "I don't care what the world calls me! Because this is my calling. The calling that's perfect for me, because I have nothing to lose! It to become a devil to kill other devils."
"Don't just talk about it and show me that the law won't let them have their way and will punish them! Show me your justice really exists!"
What a great fight, Mr. Cho Heon.
Ep. 7:
"To prove himself a man beat his head against a wall and tried."
Ep. 8:
"I'll be live what you're doing... is the right thing."
Ahh, this scene broke my heart.
"Unclench your fists. This is what you accomplished. You don't need to prove it. Because the proposition was a lie.[...] Let the law punish him.[...] I'll prove to you that despite its inconsistencies, the law ultimately does what's right."
That being said: SESON 2?!

Leia Mais

What an EPIC drama !!

what an epic series. OMG can't wait for the second season. Please I think we all want the same cast. The whole cast was 🔥.

VIGILANTE is a must-watch for anyone seeking a K-drama that not only delivers thrilling plotlines but also showcases a lead actor at the peak of his craft.

VIGILANTE is a triumph in every sense of the word. It successfully marries an engaging plot with exceptional performances, high-quality production values, and a profound exploration of societal issues. This K-drama not only entertains but also challenges its audience to think critically about the world we live in. VIGILANTE has undoubtedly raised the bar for future K-dramas, setting a standard that will be hard to surpass. A true gem that deserves all the acclaim it receives!

Leia Mais

THIS WILL SNATCH YOUR WIG

Just finished the last few episodes and I NEED MORE!!!!

I need a season 2. Nam Joohyuks comeback from the military is ICONIC. One of his best roles, and best K-Dramas I watched this year. Truly no K-Drama had me quite in this type of grip.

There is only one negative thing i’ve got to say about it, and its that I can’t find the OST or Soundtrack of this show!! The outro they used in ep2 is AMAZING. I NEED THE SONG!!! I tried to shazam it and searched for it but nowhere to be found. So if anyone knows…let me know.

But once again, this was such a good 8 episode drama. Usually the best K-Dramas tend to be 8 episodes, which is so frustrating! I don’t think anything has been confirmed for another season but I truly hope they don’t let this show die.

Gripping storyline, acting and characters. Nam Joohyuk has always been one of my favourite actors so seeing him in this type of role was exhilarating.

Lots of great actors in general. I’m in love!

Please watch it!! You won’t regret!!!

Leia Mais

Glad this exists.

The story, the cast, everything seems on point.

I don't know in which order I should express my feelings/rating about this show.
Plotwise: awesome, not forced, logical, realistic, relatable, not stretched/far fetched
Actors: great casting, great acting, these characters fit them like a glove(or they made them fit which would be even more upstanding)
Soundtrack: decent overall, not exagerated or overused, almost perfect; would've been great to get just a little more out of it to make it trully "glow"
Production: great scenes and cuts, dialogues, prologues to important scenes

Big thumbs up for production/stunt crew/actors etc. that they didn't exagerate(too much) in fights or action scenes, but still made it enjoyable and cursive.

I would recommend everyone to watch this. Sincerely, a great show without using the romance, revenge(kind of used at the beginning, but just as a medium), time skip/return plot, but at the same time they didn't go overboard with the script and make it too dramatic on a point that it's not realistic/relatable/enjoyable.

Leia Mais

Fighting for justice in an injustice world

Vigilante is based on a webtoon with the same name. Prior to watching this, I've read the webtoon to get better understanding but stopped halfway after I completed the series.

To date, this is, perhaps, one of the best miniseries in k-drama land. It blends action, thriller, psychological, and crime genre perfectly. It uses 'fighting for justice in my own way even though it's wrong' trope heavily. We see the ML (Kim Ji-yong) had a traumatic past as his mother was murdered and the murderer got a short-sentence in prison. After ML grew up, he came across the murderer again and beat him brutally. At last, he made up his mind to become a vigilante (a serial killer, to be precise) - to protect the world and the innocent people from injustice by dealing with the criminals with his own hands since the law couldn't be trusted anymore.

Nam Joo-hyuk portrays Kim Jiyong seamlessly and expresses various emotions versatilely - he's as good as a pyscho, I really love it. Yoo Ji-tae also does well as Cho Heon - a detective who was sent to arrest the vigilante. I'm really impressed by Kim So-jin - the one who acts as Choi Mi-ryeo - she's maybe some kind of lunatic, but she still got her own sense of justice and was willing to help the vigilante as she could as possible. Lastly, Lee Joon-hyuk as Cho Kang-ok is a great fan and a big support of vigilante as well - like his funny banter with Ji-yong...

I've no more words to describe it anymore - but yes, this dark tale deserves more attention from the public and the rating could've gone higher. After Vigilante, another miniseries, which is 'A Killer Paradox', tries to duplicate it, but falls short compared to this one. If you love pyscho plot with a blend of action thriller genre, you can give this a shot. Warning: Lots of bloody and violent scenes, don't try it at home.

Leia Mais