Episode Guide
Episode 1 -| Review Score – 3.5/5 Episode 2 -| Review Score – 3.5/5 Episode 3 -| Review Score – 3/5 Episode 4 -| Review Score – 3.5/5 Episode 5 -| Review Score – 4/5 Episode 6 -| Review Score – 4/5 Episode 7 -| Review Score – 4/5 Episode 8 -| Review Score – 3.5/5 Episode 9 -| Review Score – 3.5/5 Episode 10 -| Review Score – 4/5
The show has been ratings juggernaut for all of its episodes, but the finale leaves much to be desired. The climax was exciting and well-done, but the rest of the episode felt a bit anticlimactic.
As Park Chang-ho begins his legal career, he is quickly proven to be a poor lawyer with a dismal track record. He is then thrust into a murder case that becomes very personal for him. The case involves a powerful man who has been accused of killing his wife, and Park must work to clear his name and prove his innocence. Along the way, he must deal with corrupt policemen, brutal prison mates, and a group of rich, powerful men belonging to the NR Forum. Conspiracies, backstabbing, secret laboratories — Big Mouth has everything.
The show is well written and keeps you on the edge of your seat. The plot is fast-paced and gripping, with twists and turns that keep you guessing. There are also moments of revelation that are some of the show’s best scenes. If you’re looking for an exciting thriller, then Big Mouth has it for you.
The romance in “Chang-ho” is subtle but powerful. Even with minimal focus on romance, Chang-ho and his wife Mi-ho come across as an astounding power couple. Their bond and the strength of their relationship are what keep viewers rooting for them throughout the show. Mi-ho is as much of a protagonist as Chang-ho and seeing her step up and take charge is gratifying.
The set design and costumes are great. While Chang-ho spends a lot of the first half in prison, the latter half makes up for it by putting Lee Jong-suk in sleek coats and snazzy suits. A shout out to the background music and sound too, which is effectively used to ramp up the thriller vibe.
The show addresses several themes, including law and order, revenge, and the inequalities between the rich and the poor. It translates the issues of a big city to the screen — from flawed prison systems to dirty politics. ..
The story is quickly moving and the multiple character dynamics keep you glued to the screen. However, the focus on plot does mean that the chosen themes and ideas in the show are not explored as deeply as they could have been. There is a missed opportunity here, to send a stronger message or social commentary. Nevertheless, the web of people, companies and secrets, backed by a setting like Gucheon, is a delicious combination.
The first two episodes of the show were very promising. They showed off a lot of new and interesting characters, and the backstories for them were well-done. However, in the end, none of these characters got their due. This left the show feeling unfinished and unfulfilled.
The problem with Big Mouth is that its last two episodes don’t live up to the same quality as the other fourteen. ..
The ending of the story was anticlimactic. It lacked the thriller factor and was overall, underwhelming. ..
The finale of “The Walking Dead” was poorly paced and didn’t answer many questions. The few significant events that took place were rushed and didn’t feel emotionally satisfying.
While this is a bit of a spoiler, and you may avoid it if you like, a character’s death is also responsible for the unsatisfactory ending. It was also rushed and did not add anything to the plot apart from a severe emotional blow. Had the death been avoided, nothing else would have changed. After seeing the character’s impressive journey through the show, it felt wrong and undeserving. Even the reactions to the character’s death felt watered-down. ..
The ending of “Black Mirror” leaves one feeling disheartened and aching for the show’s initial promise. The shift in tone from thrilling to bleak was not intentional, but the result is a jarring and unsatisfying end.
So Big Mouth is still worth watching? Absolutely. Watching Lee Jong-suk and Im Yoon-ah is a treat as they both show a wide range of acting skills. And the first fourteen episodes do take you on an exciting rollercoaster ride. Just be prepared for an anti-climactic ending. ..
