A Killer Paradox Review: Choi Woo-shik, Son Suk-ku cook up delectable crime thriller

‘A Killer Paradox’, a new Korean drama, presents a thrilling narrative of a convenience store worker who develops an itch to kill certain individuals and a detective’s relentless pursuit to solve the case. Imagine experiencing an uncontrollable itch every time you encounter a person with a questionable history. This itch only subsides through your actions. While in an ideal world, this might seem like a blessing, the reality of today’s world is far from that. The new K-drama ‘A Killer Paradox’ delves into this theme with a fresh perspective.

Choi Woo-shik portrays Lee Tang, a part-time worker at a convenience store. Initially perceived as a ‘loser’, Tang’s life takes a drastic turn after he accidentally murders a man in a moment of impulse. He soon discovers an insatiable itch to kill ‘certain’ individuals, believing it to be their only path to redemption. What starts as an accident evolves into a deliberate choice. Surprisingly, his actions remain nearly untraceable. Choi Woo-shik, who has previously impressed with his performances in movies like ‘Parasite’ and shows like ‘The Witcher’ and ‘Our Beloved Summer,’ is in his element in ‘A Killer Paradox.’ His transition from a loser-like demeanour to accepting his ‘powers’ is on point. He channels vulnerability, dilemma, strength, and almost-maniac-like energy into Lee Tang with convincing depth.