9 Things that Make Korean Zombie Films and Dramas Different from Hollywood Productions

Kapanlagi.com - Korean zombie and monster shows are increasingly popular among many people, including Netflix's original series KINGDOM, which has become a global sensation. The unique background of the story and the portrayal of various creatures in Korean shows have their own distinctive characteristics that differentiate them from Hollywood shows. Here are nine things to know about Korean zombie and monster shows!

1. Korean Zombies and Monsters Are Faster

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One of the things that makes Korean shows more terrifying is the portrayal of zombies and monsters that move faster. Just take a look at one intense scene from the film THE HOST by director PARASITE, Bong Joon Ho. When one of the monsters moves quickly and chases after the wandering humans, viewers will surely be immersed in the atmosphere and hope that the scene ends soon.

2. Smarter Korean Zombies

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Zombies from the movie #ALIVE show unexpected things, especially in their abilities. Audiences will be surprised when they see one of the zombies still have fragments of memories as a firefighter, trying to climb a building when seeing a dangling rope. This makes us think that the intelligence of Korean zombies should not be underestimated.

3. Still Enjoying the Beauty of Korea

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Although zombie shows tend to depict a world of destruction, audiences can still enjoy a different experience while watching the series KINGDOM. In addition to the kingdom atmosphere and Korean culture, viewers can also enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery, making them want to visit Korea.

4. Always Appears Heroic Figure

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In addition to intense scenes, Korean zombie shows are also equipped with dramatic elements through their characters, thus playing with emotions. For example, two contrasting characters in the series KINGDOM, Lee Chang (Joo Ji Hoon) as a fearless hero who never hesitates to fight against zombies even though it threatens his life. On the other hand, Cho Hak-ju (Ryu Seung Ryong) who only cares about his own interests in seizing the throne.

5. The Longer, The More Intense

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Not only the increasingly brutal zombie attacks, Korean shows always manage to play with the viewers' emotions with other intense elements - like in the movie #ALIVE when Oh Jun-u (Yoo Ah In) and Kim Yu-bin (Park Shin Hye) start running out of water and food supplies.

6. Mixed Feelings

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When watching Korean zombie and monster shows, viewers are not only made tense when these creatures appear, but also able to feel various other emotions such as possibly caring about the characters struggling to survive, laughing at various silly scenes, and even crying when witnessing a touching scene.

7. Addressing Social Issues

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Korean shows are also able to address social issues that feel familiar to viewers, for example in the film PANDORA where government officials are depicted as disappointing the public when a disaster occurs. This scene shows an ironic atmosphere that touches the heart.

8. There's Always a Plot Twist

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What makes Korean shows special is the various unexpected scenes. No wonder viewers are amazed when the story doesn't go as expected and adds to the existing tension.

9. Showing Good Cooperation

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Various Korean zombie films and series will amaze you with their excellent cooperation in survival. In the series KINGDOM, viewers will witness the struggle of Lee Chang and the remaining soldiers to save the kingdom until the last drop of blood. Not only that, the film #ALIVE also showcases the impressive cooperation between Jun-u and Yu-bin as they venture out of the safe zone and face the zombies. Despite being filled with terror, viewers are still given a glimmer of hope through the good characters who work together to survive.

Do you like zombie films and series? You can watch them on Netflix!

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