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"Sweet Home", the 2020 Korean drama series, presents a dystopian vision that initially echoes the suspenseful confines of being trapped in claustrophobic apartment complex with horrific and supernatural inhabitants ala the Spanish film "REC". However, as the series progresses, it diverges into a spectacle that some viewers might find reminiscent of an "X-Men" narrative, albeit with a darker, more visceral edge.

The series starts promisingly, with a gripping premise that hooks the audience. Yet, as the episodes unfold, the character development stalls, leaving their arcs unfulfilled and the plot feeling somewhat skeletal. This lack of depth in storytelling may leave viewers yearning for more substance behind the characters' motivations and the narrative's direction.

On the technical front, "Sweet Home" boasts impressive CGI, showcasing a visual feast of fantastical creatures and apocalyptic chaos. Although the monsters are strikingly similar to works of David Lynch for the 1970s. That being said, the reliance on CGI spectacle can be overwhelming, and the constant barrage of digital imagery might lead to a sensory overload, transforming the viewing experience into what could be described as a 'fever dream.'

In conclusion, while "Sweet Home" offers a visually stunning journey with its high-quality CGI and an intriguing start, it falls short in delivering a coherent and emotionally resonant story. The series could benefit from more robust character development and a more tightly woven plot to match the high standards set by its visual effects. Despite its shortcomings, it remains an interesting addition to the K-drama landscape, particularly for those who appreciate a blend of horror and science fiction.

"Night Has Come" begins with a promising premise, drawing viewers into an escape-room style reminiscent of films like Saw. The drama initially captivates with its mysterious atmosphere and the intriguing concept of a game that becomes all too real, echoing the life-and-death stakes of "Battle Royale."

However, as the narrative unfolds, the plot becomes increasingly boring as the show stays on the bickering and deception of the Mafia game. But then suddenly gets increasingly convoluted as they try to introduce the missing pieces of the story. The drama attempts to weave together various concepts and ideas all heavily influenced by existing movies and TV shows from The Matrix, to eXistenZ, Last House On The Left and even Black Mirror, but struggles to maintain a coherent storyline or achieve anything particularly new over those existing stories. The mystery that initially adds to the allure soon turns into a labyrinth of convoluted reveals that just lead to a mess.

Also the plot doesn't make sense, the people playing mafia are never aware of the real reason they are there, so the overarching reason for them playing doesn't make sense.

Goodbye Earth starts with an exciting idea: an asteroid hurtling towards Earth and how people deal with the situation. But as the show goes on, it doesn't really keep you on the edge of your seat. The story drags and the characters, who should be interesting, just don't grab you. They spent a lot on making it look good, but the slow pace and the way the characters' stories are told make it hard to stay interested. It's not worth watching.

It's not the worst, but it could've been a lot more interesting.

I read the main actor was arrested and that was a big part of why the drama fell apart. But honestly even before that it was dull.