The Glory (2022)

My heart hurt but revenge was the cure.

Honestly, the first episode was challenging for me to get through since that’s where the bulk of the violence occurs. It was primarily difficult because it made me even more upset to think what occurred to this character could ever happen to someone in real life, so much so that I almost turned it off. I think I did pause it for a short bit to recollect and was able to keep going.

Don’t let that deter you, though. I loved the strength that the young version of the lead displays. You can tell she doesn’t want to give up on herself and let her enemies win. The adult version of the lead is just as bada** as the younger version except more calculated and confident. I’m very impressed with the character development of the lead and the actresses chosen for this role.

When you’re introduced to the bullies I immediately hated them…which you’re supposed to. There were no redeeming qualities, and honestly, they found the perfect actresses and actors to deliver menacing smiles and soulless stares. I genuinely don’t know how they got through these roles.

The story itself is very compelling and interesting. It kept my focus so much I binged the entire season in a day. I’m genuinely looking forward to part two of this series and seeing how the lead's plan unfolds. OH, and I’m looking forward to seeing the dark side of her love interest. I’m sure it’s going to be interesting!

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Recipe for a revenge drama

Slow paced but hooks you right in. One of the things that stand out in this is the way everything has been filmed and introduced, there isn’t much dialogue sometimes but the music and the lighting does a great job. Trigger warning: explicit content in form of violent bullying. Most of first episode is the FL being bullied in her teenage years. It was very difficult to watch this, but it only makes you root for her more in her adult life. The first part closes with eight episodes, but what a good base it sets up for what’s to come next. We see a little of each character and yet we can’t know how each will react to what’s coming for them. There’s a bit of romance angle to it too, but it doesn’t take up a major part of the storyline — there’s just insane chemistry between them!

I’m looking forward to the next part, it would be a long wait.

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Hautingly perfect.

This drama was elixir to my soul.

I am drawn to dark stories, but I am also subconsciously drawn to stories where self growth and worth are paramount.

I didn’t have a great experience at school. Going to a girls school in England really messes you up on some kind of level. Permanently. Even though time does heal, which this drama showed exquisitely.

So this drama, with its roots in school and unpleasant bullying, called to my inner child (who loved seeing karma in action).

The dramas ingredients of pain, pleasure, love, hate, kindness, karma, depression, anxiety, selfishness, naïveté were simultaneously balanced and unbalanced.

So, if anyone reading this is unsure about it, give it a try. It really is healing in the regard that you are fully satisfied at the shows conclusion. That is very rare.

I felt like it helped me on a personal level work through some of my issues and regrets from my formative years. I hope it does the same for you.

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got me hooked immediately. WATCH IT

school violence In Korea hits again , these kids should go to juvenile
prison and I'm not even kidding this is not normal .
In Europe we talk about bullying "they called me fat, they said my
nose is big" but in Korea they will just stab you with a knife and
make you eat your belly fat and I WISH I WAS JOKING .
LIKE THESE KIDS BURNED A PERSON WITH AN IRON
EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. WHO DOES THAT.
what kind of society are they leading.It breaks your heart to think kids are really going through these horrific experiences when school is supposed to be a fun carefree experience in you life.
Either way the drama was enjoyable. I finished in less than a day cause they got me Hooked on what will happen next.Im looking forward to season two. I really love the actress and I must say I started catching feelings for the DILF that was the husband of yeon-jin, that man can get it anytime . Highly recommended since you won't that much frustrated but rather you start feeling satisfaction , that revenge and justice are slowly getting served :)

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I don't need a prince, i need an executioner to hunt with me

Firstly, kudos to the cast and scriptwriter. Song hye kyo showed me another part of herself that I'd always hoped to see on screen
. She portrayed her character so well, her emotions were truly doll like when necessary and the lady that played as her younger self potrayed her character so well. I love the fact that the drama potrays how bullying affects the mind and how each crime comes with a rep percussion no matter hiw little ir big it is. Making someone your dream in ither to exact vengeance takes a lot of motivation and strongwill. Once again do hyun didn't dissapoint, I'm always happy to see him on screen, that speak so much on how good of an actor he is.
In conclusion, this drama is quite similar to king of pigs, if you feel like watching something like this while waiting for season 2.

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A punch to the gut

When you are bullied, people expect you to feel a lot of emotions, forgiveness, empathy, forgetfulness, kindness, care, sympathy. Anger might not be one of them. But what about that raging fire that still burns in your heart eating you away each day?

The Glory answers to that raging fire. Much like it, it burns away all that is expected and gives you a picture of all that is real, raw and haunting. If you watched "The King Of Pigs" and felt anger surging inside of you, this series makes you feel exactly the same. The horror of the show will remain in your heart often reflecting into your own actions of questioning human nature.

Song Hye Kyo's newest drama is intense most of it thanks to her strong acting and the absolute chills it gives you. Her intense states, deep rage filled heart and her countenance feel like a punch straight to the gut. Her supporting actors from Lee Do Hyun to Shin Ye Run give a striking performance that adds to the treatment that the drama gives.

The Glory has its stronghold in every field, from the cinematography to the storyline, it holds you by your throat and leaves you burdened much like anything expected from this genre.

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Is this work ignited enthusiasm?

First of all, I want to congratulate and thank all the staff, especially the director and the actors, for this great work. Shocking events at the end of the first season, shocking amazing actors. The times that are full of fun, excitement, and enthusiasm pass quickly. This is how I felt when I finished watching the first season. I really didn’t feel the passage of time in each episode. It lured me to the next episode, and I also felt that this series provided a great opportunity to show the talents of the actors more, especially the actor Jong Song Il. I think it was his time to take on an absolute starring role in an upcoming drama. I removed a star from my restriction because of the scandalous and daring scenes. Which, in my opinion, will not detract from the value of the work if it does not exist in the first place. Also, the OST of the series is really beautiful. Once again, thanks to everyone involved in this work. I can't wait for the second season.

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Can't Stop Watching

Get hooked on the first episode. Brilliant younger actors that plays the main leads.

Im Ji Yeon gave a perfect performance here. Song Hye Kyo showed her real ability in acting. And all the other actors just as good.

I can also say that the director could really bring the actors best potential and performance. Especially for that psycho look in the antagonists eyes.

The writer also did a great job at showing a detailed story about how bullying is really severe in South Korea and how a survivor should experience after such violence.

Can't stop watching. I can say it's the best revenge drama of 2022.

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Intense!!

It's been so long since the last time I got hooked in SHK's drama.
The plot reminds me a lot of Seo Yeji's last drama "Eve" - with FL wanting revenge against these powerful and rich people, trying to get the villain's husband's attention, fl became a school teacher on their daughter's school, daughter have problems, villain having an affair, and fl have a guy who loves them so much to the point of being their partner in revenge - the only difference is that this one is written well and definitely much much better - with less screaming.

Each episode is exciting, intense and very unpredictable.
But of course there is still some plot hole around with - with FL having a plot armor of course, because if we are going to talk about it realistically they can just have her killed, right?

I am glad that there was no "affair" going on with SHK and the Villain's husband.
But to be honest, I still wonder if the Villain's husband is really a kind person or if he may be twisted.. hopefully he stay as a good person.

Also I appreciate that SHK didn't use filters and overly make up to hide her lines. She was criticized about that in her previous dramas so you can see her real face on this drama and I love that a lot.

Probably the only thing I am not fond of is the ost or music scores that they used but it's not to the point that it ruins my watching experience.
I cannot wait for next season!!

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