K-Drama Review: “Connect” Highlights The Joys Of Simple Life And Reflects On Being A Good Person

With its unique plot, Connect offers a riveting and binge-worthy series that also takes the viewers on an unexpected emotional roller coaster ride.

Disney+ new series, Connect, adapted from a webtoon of the same name, is a dark and gruesome thriller fiction that revolves around the bizarre connection between an immortal and a serial killer. 

• Main Cast: Jung Hae In | Ko Kyung Pyo | Kim Hye Joon | Kim Roe Ha
• Supporting Cast: Jang Gwang | Jang Hee Ryung | Lee Tae Hyung
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Connect Quick Plot Recap

The story follows Dong-soo (Jung Hae In), a connect who has the ability to repair himself from severe injuries. His extraordinary abilities allowed him to escape while the surgeon harvested his organs. In distress, He retrieves one of his eyes, but he leaves one behind due to panic.

His eye gets transplanted into the serial killer Jin-seob (Go Kyung Pyo), and Dong Soo starts to experience horrifying visions of his murders. Desperate to stop the killings, he, unfortunately, gets entangled in the murder case when Officer Choi (Kim Roe Ha) suspects him as the killer.

With the help of Lee Yi Rang (Kim Hye Jun), Dong-soo is determined to stop Jin-seob and retrieve his eye before it is too late.

Connect Series Highlights

Relatable Main Lead

Despite its dark and gory theme, Connect is surprisingly emotionally moving. Dong-soo’s character is pragmatic and relatable. The shame he feels about his strange abilities makes him vulnerable despite being powerful.

However, even with the hopelessness of Dong-soo’s life, watching him break free from his fate is inspiring. His character is not a typical brave protagonist. Instead, he shies away from confrontation, shows obvious fear in the face of danger, and spends his days alone in his apartment making music. Even if the world treats him poorly due to his difference, he still aspires to become a good person. 

Additionally, it is equal parts heartbreaking and heartwarming to see his character enjoy the little things in life that most people disregard. It only shows how he longs to be accepted in a world that does not want him. So, it is comforting to witness Yi-rang support him and reassure him that he is not alone in his struggles.

Connect Series Musings

Connect‘s interesting concept around a new evolutionary human species made it stand out from other K-dramas released this year. The idea might be familiar, especially for horror fans, but not very common in television shows.

Unfortunately, the short episode count prevents viewers from getting to know the characters well enough to connect with them. There needed to be more emphasis on any characters outside Dong Soo and Jin-seop.

On the other hand, the actors are fantastic in their respective roles. Jung Hae In did a fantastic job portraying an outcast who, despite being different, just wants to live a normal life. Go Kyung Pyo’s performance as a cold murderer was also compelling.

Moreover, director Takashi Miike brought to life unusual but stunning scenes that are hard to resist. The series has visually unique and beautiful imagery reflected on the aesthetic of the corpse art sculptures. Additionally, the CGI effects of the tentacles are unsettling and will give you goosebumps.

Connect is a well-written, six-part series that effectively combines thriller and fiction. The fascinating narrative and visually stunning scenes give a pleasant viewing experience. Fans of suspenseful films will find this a satisfying watch before the year ends.

International fans can watch all six episodes of Connect on Disney+.

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