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Netflix series A Killer Paradox is drawing a hot response both in Korea and overseas.
Director Lee Chang Hee, who captured the unique charm of the original webtoon and took a creative approach to adapting the webtoon into a live-action series, has completed a K-thriller on a different level. The series is getting amazing reviews everywhere for its quick cuts showing different characters’ views, gripping music that builds suspense, and the brilliant acting of Choi Woo Shik , Son Suk Ku and Lee Hee Joon who play characters walking a thin line between good and evil.
Overseas reactions are also hot. Forbes described the drama as a “ well-plotted mystery thriller full of twisty fun surprise.” They praised the series, stating, “The camera work and angsty sound effects heighten a sense of unease, yet, ultimately the compelling nature of this drama relies on the acting talents of Choi and Son. ” South China Morning Post drew a unique comparison, describing the lead character Lee Tang as a “stylish private investigator hero,” stating, “Choi Woo Shik embraces his dark side in stylish vigilant thriller with a hokey twist. He becomes a K-drama mash-up of Batman and Dexter – a serial killer who kills serial killers.” Decider offered high praise, commenting that “while A Killer Paradox seems like a pretty straightforward show, it should have a lot of tense moments. Maybe there will also be some twists along the way.”
It also recorded a perfect 100% freshness rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Reviewer Butwhytho calls it “Darkly humorous, violent, and never boring, A Killer Paradox is a morality thriller like no other. What begins as a comedy of errors and morphs into a deep detective thriller, it’s one of the finest series on Netflix.”
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