Newly Netflix-released 'The WONDERfools' directed by Yoo In-sik and written by Hae Deo-Joong, with superhero comedy action, is gaining popularity worldwide.
Plot synopsis
Set in the 1990s, in the midst of the apocalyptic panic spread in the city of Haesong, Eun Cha-ni, a 27-year-old woman with a terminally ill heart condition also known as "Trainwreck" for her chaotic, messy, bright personality in her town, wants to travel the world before dying.
After being refused by her grandmother Kim Jeon Bok, a well-known restaurant owner in the town. Eun Cha-ni comes up with a plan with her neighbors Kang Ro-bin, a sweet and loyal friend who was bullied in high school, and Song Gyeong-Hoon, who is a sharp-mouthed person struggling with a family crisis. In unexpected events, these three misfits end up gaining supernatural powers in the most chaotic way possible.
Around the chaotic mess, they meet Lee Woon-jung, a mysterious recruited civil servant working at local city hall.Outside of his working life, he carries a mysterious personality that seems to connect to the series of unknown events happening in the town. Also carries telekinetic power, being a former wunderkinder. Now they team up together to fight against the enemy who threatens the peace of Haesong City.
As the story unfolds, it introduces the trio. Pal-Ho, Ju-ran, and Ho-ran, who individually carry distinctive superpowers, add a dark layer to the story. Along with Lee Woong-jung, they were part of the tragic history of experiments and manipulation done on kids by an evil scientist, Ha Won-doo (father).
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Review
The 8-episode series is a perfect blend of mystery, fantasy, comedy, and action that is wrapped around a 90s story with a Y2K apocalypse panic atmosphere. The show stands out to the audience, as beneath its chaos and absurd moments, the drama doesn't lose its emotional momentum. It makes viewers laugh and let them be emotional.
It's a story of "flawed superheroes" who suddenly got powers but they also carry their own personal burden of struggles in their lives, like normal people just like us, but what actually makes them special is how they look out for each other even when the world feels like it's ending. It also shows survival and trauma, the dark side of humanity, which feels unsettling yet compelling.
It's well-written storytelling by Heo Da-joong and well-done execution. The moment you think the chaos has settled, it exceeds your expectation and gets messier, more chaotic, and more absurd, but they are absolutely entertaining, and that comedic relief doesn't overtake the emotional scenes; those are heartfelt and endearing to watch.
It gives the perfect space for the story to be comedic and dark at the same time. The pacing of the story never leaves you in any dull moments or fillers, that viewers hate.The cast has done an amazing job, as expected. The chemistry between the cast is strong, especially in the group sequences. Their scenes don't feel forced; they come off as natural comedy.
Park Eun-bin is great as Eun Cha-ni and delivers her versatility well. And on the other hand, Cha Eun Woo as Lee Woo-jung surprises with the improvement in his acting. The mysterious and His subtle acting captivates screen presence.The chemistry between them and their characters' backstories carries the show arc.
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Overall
This drama is a perfect blend of nostalgia, mystery, fantasy, humor, and action in the story, including romance. Everything you all are looking for is here! The characters' antics feel dumb that makes us laugh, but at the same time they are endearing and heartfelt. If you are looking for a good laugh. The Wonderfools is a high recommendation for you.
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