Monstrous

Korean Drama "Monstrous" has the right vibes and an interesting concept, however, it was too rushed.

The drama has nice cinematography, dark and close to a gothic horror mood. The main story is also compelling, being well entangled with the characters' own backgrounds.

However, the drama was too short for the story. So, more often than not, it was rushed, with a rushed ending and fast paced presentation of the characters' stories.

The performances, on the other hand, were all enjoyable.

So, overall, five out of ten.

Do korean movie these days lost of creativity in making this genre of movie?

This movie has exactly the same plot and concept as "dark hole"

All aspects in these 2 movie are exactly the same..

These movie are apocalyptic kind of movie, both apocalypse are due to strange things, both plot happens in rural area, both has the same disease as people become wild and seeing things which not exist, both has woman detective character as the main protagonist, there are dumb police officer character, there are bullies character...

All are the same..

Why not think another concept??

The only redeeming quality of this drama was the statue design and its possession by an evil spirit. The concept was intriguing, and the introduction was visually stunning. However, it desperately needed a more compelling storyline. A greater emphasis on Buddhist references was essential. The character utilization was poor, and the story development was subpar at best. The lead actor was ill-suited for the role. The female cop's performance was lacking (there was room for improvement). The natural scenery was captured beautifully, yet the CGI was poorly executed. The way they unearthed and displayed the ancient statue was laughably absurd.

The narrative was intended to evoke a sense of gore, seriousness, and sorrow.

Instead, it came across as unintentionally humorous. The actors' interactions with the CGI were so poor that I found myself laughing during the crow scene. In summary, it was a promising concept that suffered due to flawed execution, miscasting, and inadequate use of mythological references.

"Monstrous" is a Korean horror drama that offers a unique blend of supernatural elements and psychological thriller. The series centers around the discovery of an ancient Buddhist statue, which unleashes a malevolent force upon a remote village.

What sets "Monstrous" apart is its exploration of grief and trauma. The characters, grappling with personal losses, find themselves drawn into the supernatural events, forcing them to confront their pasts and confront the monstrous forces within themselves. The drama masterfully intertwines the psychological horror with the supernatural, creating a chilling and unsettling atmosphere.

The performances are strong, with the actors effectively conveying the characters' fear, desperation, and internal struggles. The visual effects, while not always flawless, effectively enhance the eerie and unsettling atmosphere.

However, "Monstrous" suffers from a rushed pacing, particularly towards the end. Some plot points feel underdeveloped, and the resolution feels somewhat anticlimactic. Despite these shortcomings, "Monstrous" remains a compelling watch, offering a unique and thought-provoking take on the horror genre.

If you're a fan of Korean dramas and enjoy a blend of supernatural horror and psychological thriller, "Monstrous" is worth checking out. Just be prepared for a somewhat rushed ending and some underdeveloped plot points.

Monstrous: South Korean series, a cursed Buddha statue is dug up to be put on display. Even as it is being moved to it's new site it affects other drivers who look into the statues eyes. Mayhem ensues with the curse driving people to crazed even zombiesque violence. A black rain falls increasing the numbers of those infected. A few soap like stories are involved in the narrative, the most interesting being a troubled couple who are archaeologists and paranormal event investigators, A siege is involved with crowds turning against anyone they suspect of being infected. The subject of bullying also crops up, something which is endemic to SK Horror/Serial Killer/Revenge films ans series'. In this case it shows how a sociopathic bully takes advantage of the break down in public order to mrtder people. Pretty violent and gory, hatchets, knives. Vehicle and chainsaws are put to deadly use. Directed by Jang Kun-jae, Written by Yeon Sang-ho & Ryoo Yong-jae. Six episodes on Sky sci fi. 7/10.