A Shop for Killers

Damn, does anyone do fight action better than Korean dramatists? Maybe but I sure don't know yet. I'm impressed with the creative action all around. The relationship dynamics between uncle and niece are unique and in many ways very positive preparations for dealing with living in a crazy world where trust must be earned. There's more to survival than relying on basic instincts--making the most of what's available and focusing are right on target IMO. Interesting take on chosen / created families too. For all the violence issues of collateral damage/murder of noncombatants/civilians are raised. And the difference between psychopaths and rational humans who've made certain career choices--yeah, there IS a difference. Another thing to think about is all that firepower--all those weapons, drones and bombs--indeed there's a lot of it in our world right now. Scary. Still a very enjoyable guilty pleasure watching for what interesting action, character twist, idea concept is coming next. Oh that damn couch... love it.

As this Korean drama opens a sniper is trying to kill Jeong Ji-an, a young woman in a remote house; she finds a rifle under a sofa and fires back. We then, via a series of flashbacks see how she came to be there and why she is being targeted. It turns out that her parents had been killed and she when she was a young girl and she was adopted her uncle, Jeong Jin-man. Officially he runs a business selling tubing but in reality it is a front for an illegal weapons 'supermarket'; following his apparent suicide she has inherited the business... which came as a surprise to her.

I really enjoyed this action packed series. The opening scene immediately grabbed my attention before flashbacks start telling us how the situation occurred. Throughout the series we move between various time periods but is never confusing about when what we are seeing is going on. This means that even though Jeong Jin-man is dead when the series starts he is still a major character. The acting is solid throughout; the main bad guy may be a bit of a pantomime villain but that suits the feel of the series. The final episode wraps things up nicely without shutting down the possibility of another season. Overall I'd definitely recommend this to action fans.

These comments are based on watching the series in Korean with English subtitles.

By far the best series of 2024, this show is nothing short of amazing. Compelling story, amazingly edited, with a seamless transition between present-day events and flashbacks that adds depth and clarity. The action scenes are incredibly well-executed and thrilling to watch, with fight sequences that are both intense and entertaining. The acting is top-notch, with Lee Dong Wook delivering a standout performance that commands the screen, Kim Hye-jun is equally remarkable, delivering a performance that never falters. She doesn't let down a single scene, keeping your eyes glued to the screen every time she appears. A great surprise, An identity revealer, An action packed show, A must-watch!

I've finished the drama, i've never had this feeling to a drama before. It's so good, make me veryy frustating and the actingggg of all the actor is crazyy. I really need season 2 please please please. Thank you so much for making this drama.

Very intens and emotional story, im crying like crazy when thiz genre is action omg. I hope we can see the battle jeong jinman vs bale untill the end. And how he can planned everything very detail.

I will never forget this drama, the best drama i've ever watched. Lee dongwook i love you so much. Kim hyejun i love youu. Pasin Minhye Brother Honda i love youuu.

Ok! Listen up no more American shows/series/movies/cinema fazes me anymore. Korean film does it. That sweet spot! This show has it... intense action,great character development, emotions and no romance! I love it! I hope many folks are watching it... I get a lot of entertainment out of every single episode! I hope they make a season two! So far I'm chopping at the bit hoping they will make a season 2.

Sooooooo if you're looking for a good action packed quality series! This is it! Look no further! Love the actors, love the martial arts! It truly is Art! Give show a chance hey fyi it bounces around a bit but it's still worth a watch!

Happy viewing.