Itaewon Class 

Written by Gwang Jin and Directed by Kim Seong-yoon

At first glance, the production name piqued my curiosity, especially because I knew that Itaewon is a super cool, popular, and multicultural neighbourhood in Seoul, known for its nightlife and trendy restaurants. Although the script initially hints at a history of pure revenge, it turns out to be more than that. It’s a story about second chances in life, highlighting the challenges of having empathy and offering opportunities for redemption and forgiveness. Moreover, the narrative tackles social issues such as discrimination against ex-convicts, transgender individuals, and foreigners or ‘mixed’ South Koreans. This theme, as seen in the movie ‘The Childe,’ exposes the cultural struggle to accept different people.

Itaewon Class took me on an emotional ride with a promising start. The narrative beautifully unfolds as its characters embrace second chances at life, and the heartwarming way they accept these opportunities is truly touching. It becomes a journey of recovery, showcasing how it can all begin with someone simply believing in you. Alongside the impressive work of the entire cast, Ahn Bo-hyun delivers a solid performance. Park Seo-joon’s acting is truly unique; having followed him since ‘Parasite’ and loved his performance in ‘Dream,’ here in ‘Itaewon Class,’ it couldn’t be better!

Credits: ShowBox

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