Although I Am Not a Hero (2024)

maybe turning 16 eps dramas into 12 eps dramas is a good idea

This drama was a roller coaster of emotions. I have several complaints about subplots. Spacing at times was over the place. Why did they waste so much time on BDH's cheating husband or BIN's bully (who was pampered by writers)? Give me a good reason why Ina was forced to forgive a girl who bullied her out of the blue because others ignored her (as they should). Dohee deserved so much more and I wish that we had a better insight into her life after dropping that sorry excuse of a man. I can't believe that they dragged these story lines until the last episode. I've made my remarks previously on how leads chemistry isn't chemistrying but it's not actors' fault that their characters got together so late on the series. Also, I don't think the ending is open. It was pretty straightforward. The couple had a child (5 y.o in a clip) and Gwiju was pulled into his memory of them. Although, I wish that they would've had one episode to explain how BGJ survived the fire and maybe how their family earned superpowers in general.

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A story that grows on you

Unlike other fantasy kdramas, it starts slow, but builds with an engaging story, atmosphere, and music. The first few episodes are weighed down by cliched fatphobic humor, but the characters and their dynamics become increasingly captivating. While the FL's styling shines, the ML's look, especially the hairstyle, is a constant source of amusement (one can only hope for a change!). The drama is melancholic, focusing on family over romance, yet the romantic moments and kisses are impactful. The exceptional child actress portraying the ML's daughter steals the show. The flawed, relatable characters grow and find redemption by the satisfyingly tied-up HEA in just 12 episodes, despite minor plot inconsistencies.

Even if the plot doesn't grab you, the show's mesmerizing cinematography is a must-see. It's a visual treat!
(not to forget the wonderful performance by actor Roy Choi who played FL's uncle – he deserves a main role of his own)

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This drama is a must watch!

Coming from someone who hasn’t really finished a lot of kdramas, I surprisingly binged through this one. I am absolutely devastated that I finished this. It was probably one of the best stories I’ve ever watched. I am normally not a big fan of family-themed dramas, but this one is hands down amazing!
I would recommend this to literally anyone. It’s got an intricate plot that keeps you invested the whole series. The acting was top tier too! Honestly this was just really well done.
I hope they make a season two but it’s probably unlikely. I just love their wholesome family so much! If anything is stopping you from watch this, forget the hesitation and give it a go. It’s probably one of the best dramas I have ever watched tbh!
There was nothing about this that was bad, like I can’t even think of anything. And you know what, I’m giving this a 10/10 since it is so well deserved! I have never rated anything a 10/10 before, so this will be my first. I can’t wait to watch this again in the future

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Breath of fresh air

The story of powers and time travel has been used over and over. Most times it's boring or confusing. This time they got it right. They have small flashbacks but they're great crutches for the point of the story.

It's easy to fall in love with a 2nd lead but it's difficult to adore a child actor because they aren't given a lot of screen time. While the daughter receives more than usual screen time, I adored her more than any 2nd lead in all the shows I've watched. They wrote her well and the actress was great.

The ML didn't do anything extraordinary that made me want to cheer for him. But with his daughter and FL caring for him, I found myself hoping he'd be a better person and father. The writing did it's job

The FL was written good to great and the actress was great to amazing. She has a terrible past and has done some shady things. She lies to get close to the ML but there's some truth in her lies. To me she was the center of the show and did an amazing job.

The chemistry between the ML, his daughter and FL was the best part of this show. Highly recommend. You'll laugh more than you expect and smile a lot.

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A quirky tale of destiny and self-acceptance

It's too early for me to say 'The Atypical Family' is the drama of the year, but let me just say it's definitely a contender!

Full transparency as someone who watches well over a dozen dramas per month: I thought about possibly holding off on watching this drama until it aired all the episodes. I wasn't really sold on the premise after the second episode and some of the characters kind of annoyed me.

So fast forward to now (writing this review on June 9th finale day) and I'm so glad I didn't listen to that tiny voice in my head telling me to drop it faster than other dramas! So what got me to change my mind so quickly? Well firstly, it's the cinematography that kept me seated. Then came the story. Next was the performances. Last was the music.

What I like to do with reviews is give you a spoiler-lite breakdown of things to look for, standout moments and or performances and just simple reasons to give this drama a chance (or drop it if it doesn't sound worth your time):

Is there romance? Oh yes! It takes a little to while to get things started but once you get to around episode 6ish, you'll likely be all-in for the leads to get together!

Is the story good? Yes. An absolute masterpiece? Maybe for some. For me, it was pretty good. I was kind of impressed that in just 12 episodes there was enough to keep me looking forward to watching week after week. The A plot revolves around time travel and romance. The B plot follows each character as they come to terms with their powers and the wild antics of the con artist family. Both plots seamlessly intertwine from the first episode to the last. As far as pacing is concerned, I'd say things might feel rushed on episode 12. They had to wrap up all the loose threads in the roughly 1 hour episode so it's natural to feel things happened too fast. Thankfully there weren't many loose threads.

How were the performances? In short: flawless. Every actor put on a stellar performance. My personal favorites were Jang Ki Yong as Bok Gwi Ju, Chun Woo-hee as Do Da Hae and Park So Yi as Bok I Na. If you're like me and can't really remember a memorable role of actor Jang Ki Yong, then he'll definitely be memorable in this drama! Man, something about him crying makes you breakdown and cry too. He put so much emotion into the role. Same with the talented Chun Woo-hee. She nails her role as a con artist looking to escape her horrible life. Lastly, 12 year-old Park So Yi will win you over from the very first scene she's in. She's so talented!

Other things to note:

There's a "sudden" shift in personality for the big bad of the story that might confuse you. You can chalk this up to the character not getting enough screen time or rather the writer not delving into the motivations behind the character. If this drama was 16 episodes the characters turn to the side of light might not be so jarring. With that said, them not being fleshed out doesn't take away from their great performance.

There are plenty of "girl power" moments if you love seeing women treating a terrible character like the trash that he is.

The soundtrack grows on you!

Kim Su Hyun in a fat suit was a choice. I wasn't liking it at first but the characters journey to self-acceptance made me forget about it.

If you're patient enough (something I initially lacked in the beginning) to hop on this emotional ride, I promise you won't regret it! Who knows, by the end of it, you might turn into an emotional mess like me!

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Truly a masterpiece✨

I started this drama, without knowing the cast but my friend urged me so I thought I would give this a try😂 This drama started of great, original plot/storyline of the exception of superpower ofc but the cast was amazing in terms of acting and how the characters have their own little story. From their hear-fluttering love story (ML and FL) and their ever so touching brother-sister relarionship this drama stole my heart. I absolute,y loved the ML just seeing him made me feel butterflies in my stomach, which I haven't felt for long and truly loved this drama and hope more drama like this come an original plot, with a captivating cast. Please do give it a try, even tho the romance mah be slow they did make up for it with some cute scenes and it felt like they were a newly married couple every time they were together🥰😂 An absolute MASTERPIECE is what this is I got no words!...
The ML, FL, ML sister and ofc ML's daughter truly stole the show for me😭💜
Will miss the drama ever so much dojwu😭🥰
PS:I only rated it 9.5 rewatch value cause it made me cry too much😭
The ending was so unexpexted

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I LOVED THIS

AHHHHHH its 5 am and i just finished the last episode. SOOOO FUCKING GOOOD!!!!!!!! oh my lordy. like UGH. the FOUND FAMILY. how much the main guy loves the main girl. THE SUPERPOWERS. THE CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT???!?!?? WQHTA1!!!?/ oh my god. so much to say about this. ugh. INA AND HER DAD'S REALTIONSHIP-- legit had me sobbing left and right ina deserves the best ughhhh.../ and oml the main guy is my MANNN he is so sexy. ugh. him in his emo era really had me ovulating. ught then also the main girl and how she was a scammer but then not really. AND THEIR BABY AT THE END BRINGING BACK THE DADDDD STOP!!!!!!!! ugh that was such a good ending i didnt even think about that possibility. thought hed just die. i also like how the mom's powers arent everything that it seems. ALSO the sister and the uncle's realtionship is sooo cute stfu. AND INA AND HER BF. STOP . i remmeber watchign that actor playing baby roles... hes so big now wtf. UGHHHHHH how i loveeee this show. when they all came to ina's performance. stfu. also loved how much the main guy LOOOVVVEED the main girl.

some criticism: the music sometimes did NOT match the vibe at all.. like it was a funny lighthearted song for their emo wedding??? idk hard to explain.

BUT UGHHH
im so emo after that... it was so good sthkasjdfhklajsdhfkl i hope there will be a season 2!!!!! how cute are theyyy. their son brought him back i canttttttttt :(

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messed up storyline -contains spoiler

allthough the whole show is binge watch type of show and you do get curious about what going to happen next but they messed up the timeline, making a show with time travel capabilities one is suppose to be very cautious abt it but here alot of time travelling doesn't add up , cuz then it open a new timeline in which the story is continuing. here when he tells Do dadae abt his daughter's location and his sisters location, he wouldn't have known it if not for someone who told him but if they did, someone from other timeline is suppose to inform him. It's just too messed up , the chemestry between his daughter was left hanging. the ending was forced to closed with no closure as such just that he came back.

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It's masterpiece? Or really different show than anyother drama exist

If you love show in slow but steady and really go and add artistry to fantasy story. You should check it out.
Now my thoughts,
I am really confused because show is so good and different still it's not a masterpiece becomes it had some problems with the character execution yet it is really worked will because it's so different from any kdrama 🤔 or kdrama I watched so it can't be compared to that.
It's like mixing fantasy with artistry of melodrama visual and music. It's so wierd and slow but it got that done in perfect manner show successfully completed it greater end.
I would say show is really slow beginning and catch a phase but still go slow 😜 it never run. For me it's good and i love it. Not everyone will.

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"Atypical Family" captivated me in a way few shows have. Initially dismissing it as another run-of-the-mill superhero series, I was pleasantly surprised to discover a drama that subverts expectations at every turn. The family depicted may appear conventional, but their story is anything but. This show introduces fresh concepts and paradigm shifts that keep the narrative unpredictable and engaging.

The characters are complex and break away from traditional roles. The female lead, far from being a typical damsel, demonstrates strength and resilience, while the male lead's unique powers add an intriguing twist to the story. The show masterfully combines suspense with a therapeutic narrative, ensuring that viewers are kept on edge until the very last moment of the final episode.

What started as a casual viewing experience quickly turned into an immersive journey. The seamless incorporation of time-travel, a notoriously difficult plot device, showcases the brilliance of the writing. The direction complements the script perfectly, with a melancholic yet captivating vibe and an outstanding soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.

Each episode surpasses the last, driven by stellar performances, particularly from the female lead. Her emotional depth and beauty make her scenes particularly impactful. Despite its quality, "Atypical Family" remains underappreciated, possibly due to its appeal to a more mature audience.

In essence, "Atypical Family" is a groundbreaking series that defies stereotypes and sets new standards in storytelling. It is a must-watch for anyone seeking a drama that is refreshingly different and profoundly moving.

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