Extracurricular is unlike any highschool k-drama I have ever seen. This show takes a very raw, and dark take on highschool students and leaves its viewers at the very edge of their seats. Each episode made my heart race and left craving for more. The plot itself is very interesting and unique. The main character is a highschool student who handles a protection service for sex workers. Thus you can already tell that this is a show that really makes its viewers guess their values. Should prostitution be legalized? And is it okay to route for a highschool student who does this? He is running a protection service so he isn't a pimp, right? Albeit, since prostitution is illegal in South Korea, things become a lot more complicated and it isn't simply a discussion of ethics. I was often quite conflicted whilst watching this show, but I also felt myself facing our horrifying reality. Like the movie Parasite, I feel like this show holds many deep messages and makes you think about the hierarchy system in our society + the importance of the social determinants of health.

Other than that, the acting, music, production, and direction are all fantastic. I was in awe of all actors! Kim Dong Hee really proved himself to be a versatile actor! I was especially surprised to see Nam Yoon Soo's role! In Temperature of Love, he completely made me fall in love with him, yet in this show, the mere sight of him annoyed me. Park Joo Hyun and Jung Da Bin also did a phenomenal job!

The show is a little exhausting to binge since it is very dark. However, it is a very thought-provoking show written in an excellent manner. There are many twists and great character development. If you are a fan of psychological thrillers, then this one is definitely made for you!!