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"This school is different from your previous schools. Jooshin has its own rules". We had enough of this plot already. Hierarchy (2024): A Disappointing Climb Up the Social Ladder The tired trope of "poor student at a rich school seeking revenge" returns in Hierarchy, a forgettable addition to Netflix's K-drama library. While the official poster and synopsis initially sparked my interest, the show quickly fell flat. The casting, despite featuring fresh faces like Lee Chae-Min (looking sharp in "High Class," 2021) and Kim Jae-Won (chillingly stoic in "King: The Land," 2023), ultimately felt off. Even Roh Jeong-Eui, who surprised me with her transformation from "Badland Hunters" (2024), couldn't elevate the series. Unfortunately, all three leads delivered stiff and uninspired performances. The first two episodes were enough to convince me to abandon series entirely. The execution felt poorly done, lacking the punch of similar dramas like "Bitch X Ritch" (2023). The predictable plot offered no surprises, leaving me with zero anticipation for future episodes. While Lee Chae-Min's visuals hold promise, his acting needs further refinement to truly resonate with audiences. Kwon Eunbin would have been a more fitting choice for Jung Jae-I, potentially imbuing the character with greater strength and edge. Here's hoping Mr. Lee receives roles that better utilize his talents. Despite topping Netflix PH's charts, Hierarchy's hype is ultimately unjustified. The show fails to deliver on its initial intrigue.

"EVEN THE CONSECRATED QUESTIONS THEIR FAITH TOO" "HOW WAR AFFECTS EVERYONE" As a cradle Catholic, I have always regarded nuns, especially cloistered ones, as the peak of how humans can achieve spiritual maturation in the church. I regarded them as people who can easily use discernment and know what is morally right and wrong. Now that I am an adult coming back as a practicing Catholic, I have come to understand that nuns are humans too. It is impossible for them not to question their faith. Even in times of great suffering. While watching the movie, I, too, thought of the questions, "Is this really what the heavens gave them?", "Why would God do this?, and "How can God forsake them like this". I was able to capture the essence of the movie. Everything feels so raw and disturbing. The emotions that were presented by each of the characters were well. This movie would probably go as one of my favorite movies of all time.