The Whirlwind

Perhaps my expectation was too high from the cast.

The plot couldn't be simpler. Reversal after reversal with incessant twist after another to the extremity most of which is anything but realistic.

Top notch casting with mediocre stiff face actings.

I must confess that I had to stop after impatiently watching till Ep.3 so I may not be entirely qualified to leave a review here but my disappointment had to be vented out after seeing the high rates. I would give 8 out of 10 if the scores were to be given for the irritation I got from watching the three episodes.

Netflix needs to mind quality over quantity.

Best ever show on politics.

There are not many characters in this series. Unlike other political dramas which often have multiple characters like sons, father, nephews, Uncles and cousins etc this series has only two main rivals.

One male and one female in lead role. Both want to become president of Republic of Korea by hook or crook mean. They use power, sources, references and obviously their mind to take the lead. And all the story goes in logical way.

All the actors do their job very well. Especially female in lead role shows better expression than the male.

And last thing I want to mention that the lesson I got from this show NEVER LOSE HOPE. IF U R DETERMINE TO FIND A SOLUTION, THERE IT IS.

Wow wow wow ...it is one of the most captivating tv shows of all times....the casting ...the stars ....the plot ...the progressive events during the show...unbelievable how korean drama went this far when it comes to tv shows and movies....i cant express enough the perfect performance of the main actor the president who killed himself just to save the nation from falling into the darkness....

I wish all directors start learning from this show and start producing similar excitement like shows from now on ....i wished it never ended really ...i know you think i am exaggerating right...to prove me wrong , one way to find out right😉 enjoy the show of the decade 😉

A fantastic Korean political thriller I've ever seen! Just as the 'Whirlwind' refers to intense wind that keeps spinning, in the same way this is one of an intense series that keeps spinning with twists after twists. A strong fight between President n Prime minister to grab the power that keeps one completely hooked up. One believes politics is above all morals n the other believes politics is about corrupt free democracy. Though ending is satisfactory, yet it feels like neither of them wins in a big way. However, a little lengthier. A miniseries of 12 episodes dubbed in Hindi as well. Available in Netflix My ratings 8/10!

Most problems with TV dramas is that they are too slow. "Whirlwind" is the opposite. It moves way too fast, turning and twisting from one impossible complication to another. Characters are also switching allegiance back and forth between various allies/enemies. All these points make for a very fast-paced storyline that keeps me guessing, but the problem is that the fast pace also makes it difficult for me to develop any attachment to the characters.

I love stories that feature characters who are neither entirely good or entirely bad, and "Whirlwind" has several of them, and the mature and understated acting made their portrayal of the characters very exciting to watch. Unfortunately, everything these characters do seem to be driven by the chaotic plot line. Despite these characters having very noble aspirations and idealistic goals, I just could not sympathize with them.

Most of the acting was quite good, except for the two young political aids. Lim Se Mi is particularly dull as her character seems quite one-dimensional. If her love interest was better-looking, that would have helped a lot.