Movie Digest
Hyun Joon recently transferred to Gwangsang High School and made friends with Jin Won, Yong Woo, and Yeong Soo. They all are known as troublemakers in the school. But they don’t care about others and continue their friendships. All four friends become close even though they have different personalities and have each other’s backs when needed. The youth tournament known for its brutality begins where everyone shows their strength. Others join the group as well to put effort and win. In the end, things turn ugly for everyone.
The Feel-Good Part
The movie has classic school movie vibes with an endearing story to tell. The friendship bonds in school and their unity as a group got depicted brilliantly. The storyline of a new member joining a group and feeling welcomed is also a great idea. The comedic parts in the movie are humorous and absurd to watch. This movie is well edited and put together. The acting matches the movie vibes perfectly.
The Disappointing Factor
Some parts felt a bit unrealistically portrayed. This movie lacks creativity in the script, and the execution in the second half feels less impactful. Some actors also don’t look like school students but can be overlooked.
In-Depth Analysis
The story revolves around Hyun Joon and his new friends, who all have unique personalities but are always there for each other. Surrounded by these new faces and a different environment, he feels lost and confused. The three friends and the newcomer get along straight away and form an inseparable bond. They are a fearless group who join the tournament to prove themselves, but it turns messy and dangerous yet necessary to them. This tournament is about their honor and a test of their friendship. The youth is filled with bad blood and are ready to fight one another and come to the top of it all.
Star Power
The screenwriter and director of this movie are Kim Hyeong Gi. Gongchan plays the role of Hyun Joon, Hong Eun Ki plays Jin Won, Lee Seung Hyun plays Yeong Soo, and Kwon Ki Ha portrays Yong Woo in this movie.
Overall Opinion
The movie is a decent pick for people interested in school dramas with some savage action sequences. This movie will keep audiences invested because of its light comedy and intense drama. Good enough to keep audiences entertained every minute.
