I first heard about the webtoon version of Vigilante, which sounded like a take on the Batman narrative set in present-day Korea. But the story reminded me more of early Nightwing storylines, as both are trainee police officers and vigilantes at night. Unlike most K-Dramas, this series only has eight episodes instead of 16, making the plot fast-moving, with no filler episodes. The programme offers a different twist on the classic vigilante storyline, with beautiful cinematography and well-choreographed fight scenes.

The programme reminded me of a Tarantino movie for several reasons. First, the storyline is non-linear, with flashbacks in each episode. Secondly, the stand-off gun fights, although these have a modern twist with drones and robot dogs!

Gyeongseong Creature is both a period drama and horror. Set during World War two, the programme deals with Japanese-occupied Korea and the atrocities experienced there, with a fictional twist on the monster. As you would expect from a period drama, there are beautiful costumes and sets, and the horror is mild. Honestly, the most horrific parts are the brutalities humans inflict on each other!  

I was a little concerned about this live-action version of the animated series. Previously, I have been burned by Netflix adaptations of beloved anime series, as I disliked both the Death Note and Cowboy Bebop remakes. However, I did love the One Piece series last year, so I had mixed feelings before watching this show. 

Overall, I did like this version. The pace was a little faster than the anime version, but I do not think it deterred too much from the storytelling. The action sequences are brilliant, both the fight scenes and the ‘bending.’