Title: The Uncanny Counter, The Amazing Roumor, Demon Catchers , Amazing So Mun
Episodes: 16
Genre: Fantasy, Action, Drama, Suspense, Thriller, Friendship, Family, Mystery, Crime, Manhwa
Story: 8 out of 10
Characters: 8 out of 10
Cinematography: 8 out of 10
Korean Drama The Uncanny Counter was a strong blend of action, family bonds and mysterious crimes
Story
So Mun lives with his grandparents after a car accident that cost him his parents and his leg. On top of that, he and his friends face bullying at school, even though they try to stay positive and enjoy life despite their misfortunes. But one day everything changes when a spirit enters So Mun’s body, thus turning him into a counter, a person from the world of the living who works along with a partner from the spirit world to find evil spirits who enter humans and commit crimes and call them over. So, So Mun joins the team of Unni’s noodles and he trains alongside them.
Korean Drama The Uncanny Counter felt like reading an action manga, or, more specifically, the certain action manhwa. It had plenty of action, plenty of mystery and suspense, but also some tear-jerking moments.
The world of the counters was itself interesting, and it was entertaining to discover more of it through So Mun and his adventures. In addition, the drama did a great job presenting it while unfolding the story.
On top of that, the mystery crime case that was slowly planted into the drama bloomed into a quite intriguing plotline, even though it wasn’t something profound for a Korean Drama. Still, it kept things fresh and edgy till the ending.
The small demon-hunting cases were another nice touch to the main story and they building up the drama to reach the moment of the ultimate battle.
Finally, the family moments between the members of the counter group and the friends were sweet and provided some comedy reliefs here and there.
Characters
So Mun faced a lot of hardships in his life, and when he turns into a counter, he sees it as an opportunity to gain his life back and protect his friends. But when he discovers that there is a big mystery that connects a demon killer to his family’s car accident, he is determent to see it through.
Cho Byeong Kyu handled his character beautifully, though he overdid it when it came to the training struggles of So Mun.
Watch Cho Byeong Kyu in his other dramas KDrama Who are you School 2015 (The School Series), KDrama Arthdal Chronicles Season 1, KDrama Arthdal Chronicles Part 2: The Sky Turning Inside Out, Rising Land, K Drama Dokgo Rewind, Korean Drama SKY Castle and KDrama Hot Stove League
Mo Tak is an ex-police officer who, after an accident that left him in a coma and with no memory of his past, he turned into a counter. Mo Tak is not thrilled that So Mun has joined them, but he soon will take him under his wing.
Yoo Joon Sang was very enjoyable, especially his comedy scenes.
Watch Yoo Joon Sang‘s other drama KDrama Liver or Die
Ha Na is mysterious and secretive, as she keeps to herself and doesn’t want to be touched. Still, she is a strong and skillful fighter.
Kim Se Jeong did a wonderful job with her character and she nailed her action scenes.
Watch Kim Se Jeong in KDrama I Wanna Hear Your Song too.
Mae Ok is the ‘mother’ of the counter team and the leader of the group. And even though she is the oldest member, she gives her all into catching the demons and keeping everyone safe.
Yeom Hye Ran gave an excellent performance and she was truly the one who kept everyone together.
Watch Yeom Hye Ran also in KDrama When the Camellia Blooms, KDrama Chocolate and KDrama Review : Mystic Pop Up Bar
Cinematography
The first episodes of the drama didn’t handle the CGI that well, but the rest of the drama did a great job with the fantasy element and with the quick pace.
Overall
My overall rating for the Korean Drama The Uncanny Counter is 8 out of 10. The drama was a sweet mix of action and fantasy, accompanied by a solid mystery.
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