Hierarchy (2024)

A PERFECT PRODUCTION

Maybe for some countries, the magic of HIERARCHY has not taken. But in mine we loved it and now it is also ranked 1st in 23 countries and 5th worldwide in the category of television programs.
He also entered the top 10 in the United States for the first time.

SO I LAY THE FOUNDATIONS BEING A BIG FAN OF GOSSIP GIRL AND OVERALL I REALLY LIKE THE ELITE HIGH SOCIETY SCHOOL SERIES OF COURSE I WAS THE PERFECT CUSTOMER FOR "HIERARCHY"

"DESPITE THE FAT I LOVED IT. WITH A RESTED HEAD I ALSO SAW HIS DEFAULTS.

HIERARCHY IS FOR ME MORE A ROMANCE THAN A REVENGE AS THE LATTER HAS LOST ITS MEANING OVER THE EPISODES. AND CLEARLY GO YOUR WAY IF YOU DON'T LIKE THE "PSEUDO" HIGH SOCIETY OF YOUNG KOREANS CHAEBOL THAT WE HAD ALREADY SEEN IN PYRAMID GAME. FROM THE FIRST EPISODE I AM EMBARKED DIRECTLY. THE NEAT CINEMATOGRAPHY / PLANS / MUSIC AND THIS DISTURBING AMERICANIZED PAW STILL PUTS YOU IN A BRAND NEW STYLE OF KDRAMA ALMOST AWAY FROM WHAT WE HAVE BEGUN TO APPRECIATE KOREAN DRAMAS FOR THE DIFFERENT STYLE OF WESTERNS ETC.

HERE THE CHILD IS MORE THAN KING. HE SPEAKS BADLY TO ADULTS, HE HAS POWER (TOO MUCH EVEN) SEX TOBACCO ALCOHOL DRUGS ALL THIS IS PART OF THEIR VERBAL LANGUAGE THEY ARE TOTALLY DEVERGOND. WHY NOT? BUT IS THIS REALLY THE IMAGE OF YOUNG KOREANS? NOT COMPLETELY!
THE "POOR" HERO GOES TO THE "RICH" HIGH SCHOOL (YES WE ARE IN THE CLICHÉS) TO DO JUSTICE TO HIS BROTHER WHO PERISHED BECAUSE OF HIM. ON THE WAY HE MEETS THE LOVE OF HIS LIFE ONLY THIS ONE ALREADY HAS HER HEART TAKEN AND A VERY TRAUMATIC STORY TO HER MAKING HER DEVOID OF ALL EMOTIONS.

OUR HERO WILL THEREFORE HAVE TO JUGGLE BETWEEN HIS RECENT CRUSH AND THE HUNT FOR THE CULPRIT ALTHOUGH THIS WILL NOT BE THE PRIORITY OF THE CENTRAL PLOT YOU WILL HAVE UNDERSTOOD IT. BECAUSE HIERARCHY'S PROGRAM IS RATHER A LOVE TRIANGLE AND DECEITFUL PEOPLE AROUND WHO ALL HAVE THEIR LITTLE SECRETS AND WHO CLOSE THEIR EYES TO EVERYTHING IF THEY DON'T HAVE POWER, AND WHO ABUSE IT IF THEY HAVE IT TO MAKE AMERICAN PARTIES OR POUR MONEY/ALCOHOL AND LUXURY OUTFIT AFLOAT OR TO MAKE THE LAW AT SCHOOL.


THE PROS:

CINEMATOGRAPHY

OST

DECORS / UNIFORMS

CHOICE OF ACTORS (LEE CHAEMIN) AND PARENTS

THE SHORT FORMAT

VF AUDIO TO EXPAND THE KDRAMAS PUBLIC

THE FINAL MORALITY

THE SECRET OF THE LEAD WAS QUITE SURPRISING FOR A SCHOOL NOT USUAL OF KOREANS WHO ARE TABOO WITH THAT

THE INTIMATE SCENES THAT WERE DIFFICULT TO SHOOT FOR YOUNG ACTORS

APPEARANCES ARE MISLEADING

THE MAIN ROMANCE WAS STRONG BUT ABOVE ALL THANKS TO THE GUY

. THE CONS:

THE LEAD WAS WITHOUT EMOTION IT BECAME TIRING CREATING A LACK OF ALCHEMY

THE PLOT VENGEANCE IS COMPLETELY ABSORBED BY ROMANCE AND OTHER PROBLEMS

THE USA SIDE IS NICE BUT IS AWAY FROM KOREAN REALITY

INDECENCIES AND INJUSTICES ARE TOO NORMALIZED (LIKE THE TEACHER AND THE TEACHER EVERYONE KNOWS BUT?? )

THE LEAD IS EATEN BY THE SECOND LEAD SEVERAL TIMES AND WE NO LONGER KNOW HIS PLACE

THE CLICHÉS (BUT I DON'T LOVE IT)

THE MORAL END BUT AMBIGUOUS IN THE END WHO REALLY LEARNED THE LESSON?

THE FACT THAT THE TEASER DOING MORE THRILLER


GLOBALLY I LOVED THAT THE KOREANS GET OUT OF THEIR COMFORT ZONE EVEN IF WE WERE A LITTLE IN THE EXCESS FROM PENTHOUSE, ESCAPE, ETC. THEY LET THEMSELVES GO A LITTLE TOO MUCH LIKE US LOL AND IT'S NOT A GOOD SIGN FOR THE FUTURE IF WE CHOSE KDRAMAS IT'S BECAUSE THE USA SERIES ALSO LIFTS US TO THE BASE. I STILL ENJOYED THIS CINEMATOGRAPHY AND GLOBAL PRODUCTION THAT GOES UP A NOTCH AND SELLS DREAM FOR AN ELITE SCHOOL BUT WHICH IS VERY FAR FROM KOREAN CLICHÉS AND REALITY. I TOOK THIS WORK AS IT CAME AND I APPRECIATED SOME ACTORS WHO PLAYED WITH A LOT OF BITES DESPITE THE SCENARIO MISTAKES. I ADVISE IT TO THE REGULARS OF THE USA SERIES NOT THE REGULARS OF THE WEAK HERO DRAMAS ETC. TAKE THE WORK AS IT COMES. IT'S NOT A CHAOS THERE'S WORK BEHIND YOU DON'T BELIEVE AND GO DOWN THE DRAMA IS NOT JUSTIFIED FOR ME BUT I CAN UNDERSTAND THAT IT DIDN'T AFFECT EVERYONE

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High Budget Low Plotline

I am very disappointed about this drama as it was very anticipated by me and everyone weeks before release but it turned out to be a below average kdrama. I just finished watching the drama and all I can make out is what the writer wanted to show? A love triangle which was poorly constructed, a murder mystery of a student or the social inequality presented in the society? The drama is basically based upon these topics which practically failed the whole Plotline and is very poorly written. It seems like the writer was confused about what to show.These topics should have been fitted if there was a good Plotline. Acting/Cast- Pls the only ones that carried the show were Kang ha (Lee chaemin) and the sfl ( Hera ). Their acting was justified. I was expecting Jae-i ( Roh Jeong eui ) to standout but alas she didn't. In each episode, her acting was the same. I anticipated the drama for her and didn't expect such poor results, especially Hera stood out to me in the drama more than her.( Wishing her to be in a new drama soon as the main lead). Ri- an acting was mediocre but his role was childish and immature. All the other side characters didn't stood out to me at all and there wasn't a single remember character. The only thing which is good are the osts believe me I searched up for those after the drama ended!!!.
It practically as no rewatch value as the Plotline neither the acting of the majority is good. Let me say this, if you enjoy highschool dramas like me then you can go for it! It gave me elite vibes numerous times, but it isn't as good as Elite. So you can watch it to kill time. The first episode suprised me as it's very good and was up to my expectations. After ep 3 the story starting degrading and got boring, after that only the last episode is interesting where the whole Plotline twist is revealed.

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Has a lot of potential but got limited to a short story

Story:
The Series has a lot of potential but got limited to a short story telling. The first 2 episodes started in a high note then it did not sustain the impact of the first 2 episodes, probably writers direction? director direction? lot of possibilities some backend things affected the story telling. The series could go on to 8 or 10 episode, the backtrack is vague, the reason of the Female Lead is off timed at episode 6, there is no backstory on the parents, there is no side story on the foundation aside from the last 3 mins of the ending episode, after revealing a new principal, that's the only time the series got interested about the foundation. 7 episode is short and cramp, hopefully season 2 will be good, season 1 is just fair.

Acting/Cast:
Cast is strong, so there is no problem with the budget or not, because there are limited appearances of the parents in the series, Cast was not leverage to its potential. while on the other hand Acting, is somewhat Good - Fair , again limited based on the script and the director's direction.

Music:
This is an easy 5, not so much interesting on the BGM/OST

Rewatch:
the first 2 episode is a must watch, other than that a season 2 is needed.

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Not what I expected

This show had really good potential, especially the way Netflix advertised it. I came into the show, thinking it would be elite meets pyramid game or penthouse. This show was quite tame compared to those examples. Episode one was the highlight of the show after the first episode, the show started to go downhill. The side characters really stood out to me in terms of acting, but the female lead was lacking compared to the other characters. The show was too focused on the romance aspect, and really could’ve played into the thriller/drama aspect of the show especially the revenge plot. I thought that last episode would recover the show for me and bring my rating up, but it just made me even more disappointed. The post credit scene had me invested more than all the other episodes past episode one. If you go into the show without much expectations, it could be enjoyable for you but overall, I wouldn’t watch it again.

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Salute to the Scriptwriter and ppl who approved these

So Hierarchy bows out with a whimper rather than a roar, with a disappointingly obvious finale and a whole lot of fluff to pad out this chapter. This absolutely did not need to be 75 minutes long and the pacing throughout this show has been really poor.

The chemistry between everyone has been bad across the board if I’m honest, and it feels like the creators tried to mimic Elite while also adding in Korean values, and failing spectacularly. None of the characters are particularly likable and the only “good” guy, Kang Ha, is pretty bland on the whole and struggles to stand out.

This one definitely had potential but all of that is squandered in this disappointing foray. Hopefully there won’t be a second season as Hierarchy is definitely not as glamorous and promising as its trailer made it out to be. What a shame.

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"Hierarchy" started with immense potential, boasting a gripping premise centered on power dynamics, hidden secrets, and the promise of revenge. The elite students, each with their distinct backgrounds and intertwined destinies, set the stage for a drama ripe with intrigue and conflict.

Strengths:

Strong Beginning: The initial episodes of "Hierarchy" were captivating, introducing viewers to a world of privilege, power struggles, and the tantalizing secret of Kang Ha. The buildup was intense, creating high expectations for the unfolding drama.
Character Depth: The characters were well-crafted, each bringing their own complexities and backstories. The contrast between the elite students and the enigmatic Kang Ha added layers to the narrative.

Weaknesses:

Disappointing Ending: The conclusion of "Hierarchy" was its most significant letdown. Despite setting up a revenge arc, the storyline abruptly shifted to a happy resolution, negating the build-up of tension and conflict. This sudden change felt forced and unsatisfactory.
Lack of Consequences: The drama's resolution saw all characters turning out to be good, with no repercussions for the antagonists. This undermined the entire revenge theme and left viewers feeling that the narrative had lost its direction.
Unrealistic Turn of Events: The transition from a potential revenge drama to an overly optimistic ending lacked coherence. The characters' transformations and the lack of retribution for the wrongdoings felt unrealistic and disconnected from the story's initial premise.
Conclusion:
"Hierarchy" had all the ingredients for a compelling drama but faltered in its execution towards the end. The strong start and well-developed characters were overshadowed by an unsatisfying conclusion that failed to deliver on the initial promise of revenge and intrigue. The shift to an inexplicably happy ending without addressing the conflicts and wrongdoings left many viewers disappointed.

In summary, while "Hierarchy" began with the potential to be a standout drama, its ultimate failure to fulfill its revenge theme and provide a meaningful resolution makes it a frustrating watch for those who invested in its early episodes.

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Wasted potential

I was waiting for the series the moment i sae the trailer but this one was a let down. Honestly. There was potential in the story but somehow we received a half baked thing. The one thing i liked about it is the settings, the school and everything surrounding it. It was visually good.

Now coming to the acting. The FL completely runined the series for me. She had a single expression in her face the entire time by the end of the series i just had it with her, she was getting on my nerves. The other cast members were ok. I did like the He Ra's character. She was the only likable person in it.

The love triangle. Tell me why the male lead fell for the female lead again. Cause she road on his cycle 2 times?? The was zero chemistry between those. The whol love triangle felt forced.

In conclusion. This series is not worth your time

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if you are starting it then don't stop without finishing...

I don't understand why people are hating it soo much. ok, so for me this was not a very bad drama. I liked it also upto some extent. a lot of people are saying that the heroine is putting up so less expressions,. guys, that is what her character is supposed to portray. so the storyline was pretty much normal. And one thing I really loved is that the heroine's love for her ex boyfriend remained constant and the same was for him. she may have shown that she was swayed because of the new student but that wasn't true. in fact the reason why she left and then came back and suddenly started asking for breakup was because she was pregnant and had a miscarriage. And the person who actually killed in ha was the homeroom teacher. I really didn't like her and am glad that she went to jail for it. although she was able to delay it because of her boyfriend and school. yeah, her bf was a student lee woo jin. and i am also very happy that the namely antagonist he ra was one with morals and also the fact that woo jin in reality loved he ra. also, I am happy that upto the end for me the male lead was ri an only because he truly love jae i. I am so happy because of that... in fact I hope that if there would be a next season then it should show the complete love story of yu he ra and woo jin and also about jae i and ri an.

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THE ONLY THING I LEARNED WAS PRIVACY IS VERY IMPORTANT

I binge-watched Hierarchy (2024) just because it only has seven episodes. I'll be honest about what I felt about this show.

The story isn't anything new; it's been done many times around the globe. However, I was happy with how they treated the male lead's characters. I can see that the show has some inspiration from the Elite TV series. As always, to differentiate between the classes, they used drugs, sex, and alcohol. I mean, you can tell this story without these elements, or if the writers wanted to touch on this area of society, they should have gone all the way and made the characters more grey and darker. Since the premiere on Netflix, they had so many opportunities with this kind of story structure. I also felt this kind of story has already been done in Korea too. If not the story, then the situation or surroundings, for example: Penthouse, The Glory, Weak Hero Class 1, etc.

Production-wise, the quality is good. The art direction was on point. The cinematographer did a really good job; there were many creative shots, and it was well-edited. However, I think the OST of this series could have been better. I wasn't into it (this could be my personal taste, so don't hate me for that).

Now, let's talk about the acting. Everyone did a fine job, and they can improve in the future, I guess. But I was really impressed by Choi Won Young (Jeong Ki Young [Jae Yi’s dad]). He did an amazing job portraying an evil dad. I was really impressed by him.

One thing I really wish is that they had made the male lead into an anti-hero (my personal opinion).

Since they hinted that there could be a second season by showcasing an end credit scene in the final episode and leaving us with an open end, I wish they would bring another female lead for our male lead.

So, I will give this show a total of 7 stars out of 10.

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Underwhelming

i watched the premise and i thought it would give us a dark thriller highschool type of genre, wherein every moment gets you thrilled, i was wrong.it was a complicated romance all along. i was wondering why hera got 3 love interests and yun-seok and woo-jin having the same fate, like what's the point?. i also wasn't satisfied to how the main 4 jooshin high elites' fate ended, it felt too rushed. and what was the post-credits scene even for?x.also didn't like how woojin got less screentime than the other main cast, the other bullies got more screentime than him tbh, he was so invisible the whole time, plus the first close up solo encounter he had with kang ha was literally was in ep5-7( i forgot which).i think we already knew that it was jae yi's perv brother who filmed the whole thing?, it was so obv.tho i liked the aesthetic and cinematography, they could've done better than this, i expected more since this was from netflix, the cast did somewhat average, some did fell flat, some did great, and pleas stop with the unnecessary romance, every time!it was so cringe, like?still hoping that hera and woojin will end up together?as for ri-an he was ugh idk, i was so confused with him idk why, then here comes our typical fl jaeyi who got caught along a fricking love square, babe u gotta choose!(she's so me, indecisive queen) but i liked her character tho.kang-ha was so questionable, i thought he would come up with some thoroughly analyzed plan, but boy just went straight to the police!it was so bland??i was also thinking how ri-an's mom didn't bribe the police considering she's so respected(like jaeyi's dad), like if that's the logic, anyone could've shot thst school down sooner!i mean at least think for a defensive countermeasure?

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