Intricate story beats are heightened by The Glory’s gorgeous cinematography, which underlines the differences between wealthy and working-class worlds, balancing the luxurious exteriors around Dong-Eun’s rich targets with bleak everyday urban settings. It’s can’t-miss-a-second plotting (a worthy continuation of the series that doubles down on its twists) with can’t-look-away framing.
Is “The Glory” ultimately about the price of revenge? Not really. It delights in every step. Its heroine lives for vengeance. And we’re along for every turn on the ride.
While The Glory isn’t quite as dark as we anticipated it to be, there’s still a lot of moments when Dong-eun’s revenge plan is at the forefront of the action, which is where the show is at its best.
Despite the lack of details, The Glory works as a revenge story because you’re immediately drawn to Dong-eun and want to see her get back at those that scarred her for life. But we hope that there will also be more nuance to Yeon-jin and some of the other tormentors, as well.