Comedy tries too hard, mostly failing. Autopilot plotting. Characters are too simply written initially but are fuller in the second half.

Tries too hard with the action and gore. Lacks atmosphere and focus given the multiple plotlines and is presumably a setup for Season 3.

Nothing brilliant, nor does it need to be. Tries to be cool. Season 1 is not bad. Season 2’s plotting and pacing issues are more apparent.

There are quite a few clones and derivatives of Taken since its release in 2008. Here are 35 mini-reviews.

It is not an action fest but rather a character-driven film. Looks good and well-produced. Korean film or not, can be tightened a bit.

It is not a poorly made film but it is unfocused in both its themes and tone as ideas are just thrown out there but not elaborated on.

Despite needing more action and attention to a few details, it is still a sufficiently satisfying revenge action-thriller.

Not a bad revenge film about a young woman going after those responsible for her best friend’s death.

A tight narrative about an ugly woman’s desire for attention. Tragedy follows her decisions. Some plot conveniences but beautifully shot.

Lacks plot. Themes are apparent but under-developed. Mostly looks good. Relies too much on Park Bo-young and Seo In-guk to carry the show.

Over-simplistic characters and plot can be more refined, but a decent drama about obnoxious influencers and social media.

Office infidelity mystery-thriller. Sounds totally stupid, but is actually a solid drama about the subject, including its consequences.

Character-driven series. Tries to balance dark and light, both in terms of storytelling and visually. Mostly looks good but a bit bloated.

Post-apocalyptic dystopia with truck-driving delivery man hero. Not bad in any respect. Mostly tight at 6 episodes. Can use more wow factor.

Revenge drama with somewhat simple plot and characters. Nothing great but it is sufficiently captivating to keep one watching to the end.

Paranormal mystery-thriller comedy. Decent writing and production. Mostly a refreshing, amusing and satisfying series.

Terminator-like time paradox. Moderately intriguing. Poor execution, inadequately explained plot points and devices.

Amusing series as the main character is dragged into the webtoon world. Excessive plot conveniences but still enjoyable.

Robocopped team tries to take down criminal organization. Overly simplistic and cheesy. Plot and characters lack dimension.

Fails to fully utilize an interesting premise—a lost opportunity thematically. But, strangely, it may still be a likable series.

Twist-filled mystery/thriller about the corrupt imperial family in alternative present-day Korea. Ridiculous but addictive.