The Escape of the Seven

I was really intrigued by the concept of the series, the first four episodes have been so good that I have been wondering how the rest of it is gonna go, right from the first episode, this drama already sets the stakes so high. You really cannot stop watching and already want to see what will happen in the next episode, I kinda wish I was binging this instead cause waiting a week for the next two episodes is mentally draining, you literally cannot guess what will happen next.

Whilst it is similar to the usual backbiting and manipulating concepts in Kdrama, this takes a whole new fresh look on things and puts things more into perspective. You can understand why each character's motive and actions, they are all driven by greed and selfishness. This is a really great drama, I am highly anticipating the rest of it.

I have had it on my watchlist since the first quarter of the year, and I have to say it has more than met my expectations so far.

Escape of 7 sticks to the writer's usual style, offering a story that feels too familiar. The plot is filled with ridiculous twists, making it hard to take seriously. Unfortunately, the characters don't grow or change throughout, leaving much to be desired. The constant attempts to expose each other in the media become repetitive, and the awkward product placements turn intense moments into unintentional comedy. Overall, it's a missed opportunity for something fresh and engaging.

As the narrative unfolds, it becomes painfully evident that the writer relies heavily on a formulaic approach. Each dramatic twist feels like a recycled version of previous works, creating a sense of predictability that hampers any hope for genuine surprise or excitement.

Character development, a crucial element in any drama, is sorely lacking in Escape of 7. Viewers are left yearning for a more profound connection with the characters, as their actions and motivations become increasingly difficult to empathize with. The opportunity for personal growth or introspection is squandered, leaving the audience detached from the emotional core of the story.

One of the most glaring issues lies in the writer's persistent reliance on sensationalism through media exposure. While the initial attempts to expose characters to the public eye may provide some intrigue, the repetitive nature of these plot devices quickly wears thin. It becomes apparent that this is a narrative crutch, a convenient tool used to manufacture conflict without the need for genuine, character-driven storytelling.

In conclusion, Escape of 7 is a disappointment for anyone seeking a fresh and compelling drama. The lack of originality, character development, and the intrusive product placements collectively contribute to a film that falls short of its potential. While there are moments of fleeting entertainment, they are overshadowed by the broader issues plaguing the narrative. This serves as a reminder that even a star-studded cast and a promising concept cannot salvage a film when hindered by a predictable plot and lackluster execution.

I often watch Korean dramas that are overly dramatic and cheesy, but this show is on a whole different level. It's way more over-the-top and cheesy, you know what I mean, it's shallow in so many ways. Every main character in this show needs to get their heads checked. Just a visit to a psychologist would solve all their problems. Everyone is so hot-tempered and angry, just like a bad soap opera plot where every character is either unrealistically good or ridiculously evil. There's no in-between. And you know, it's super annoying when people think they're being kind-hearted when really, they're just being plain stupid instead of being a 'kind-hearted person.'

17 hours of people screaming and crying. It's shock drama with no substance whatsoever. The show is so incredibly shallow it's hard to even describe. You are guaranteed every ~30 seconds someone is going to have a mental breakdown, scream hysterically, start crying, commit child abuse, or just generally collapse from too much drama. The plot is absolutely ridiculous and feels more like a random event generator. People will come out of nowhere to reveal some huge drama event and then everyone overreacts, repeat x1000. Watching this feels more like a punishment than something you would actually sit down and enjoy.

The first three episodes have you believing this will end in justice for who we thought was the main character or at least a plausibly infuriating stifling of justice that was inevitable. However, by episode two you'll be quite annoyed and irritated by the tantrums and meltdowns. Like another reviewer said, no conversations, just arguments.

In reality, you get completely unrealistic twists and an inconsistent story line. I quit at episode 6. I don't need to waste any more hours of my extremely finite life.

Was this really supposed to be so drama filled that every 10 minutes offered a new crisis or molehill turned mountain? There wasn't even a great reason for certain characters to accept the bullying/abuse. The series glosses over major issues that could have been turned realistic. The "7" were all connected in the laziest way.

Save yourself. It didn't have to be predictable, but it should have at least been creatively logical.