(dramacool-sub) Island (2022) Episode 5 -

Felt a bit like a "filler" or setup episode compared to earlier high-octane ones. Ethereal and gothic shots of Jeju Island continue to shine.

The editing in this specific episode felt choppy to some viewers. 🔍 The Verdict (Dramacool-SUB) Island (2022) Episode 5

: Priest Yohan’s (Cha Eun-woo) backstory and subplots take center stage here. Reviewers heavily praised Cha Eun-woo in these later episodes for breaking out of his usual "tsundere/pretty boy" roles to deliver a raw, emotionally heavy performance filled with desperation and grief. Felt a bit like a "filler" or setup

Some viewers felt Yohan's heavy backstory was introduced a bit too suddenly. Great build-up of suspense and emotional stakes. (Dramacool-SUB) Island (2022) Episode 5