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Squid Game 2021 TV Show

Squid Game started as a gut punch. Its first season shocked audiences with an explosive mix of violence, social critique, and characters as extreme as they were relatable. Beyond the morbid appeal of deadly trials, what really gripped viewers was how it spoke of debt, desperation, and humanity. It wasn’t just entertainment; it was a wake-up call disguised as a spectacle. Season two chose to expand the universe, introducing new settings and more layers around the system behind the games. It lost some of the surprise factor, sure, but made up for it with a more ambitious plot and even more elaborate visuals. Some narrative decisions were debatable, but the show remained addictive, unsettling, and at times, brilliant. The third season brought a powerful close. It was rawer, more introspective, and unafraid to make viewers uncomfortable. While some felt the freshness had faded, this final act managed to land with intelligence and an even darker view of human nature. The writing dove deep into the psychology of the characters, without holding back. What makes Squid Game remarkable is that even in its weaker moments, it maintains a consistent tone and message. The violence isn’t gratuitous—it's brutal, yes, but always purposeful. The aesthetics serve the narrative. Every shot, uniform, and silence carries meaning. That consistency is one of the show’s greatest strengths. As a trilogy, it works. Not every part hits the same, but together, the show holds weight, a clear voice, and a message that stings. Watching the full arc, you begin to understand what the creator meant all along: that the game isn’t fiction, but a painfully close metaphor. In short, Squid Game hasn’t just been a global hit—it’s one of the boldest, most coherent, and provocative series television has seen in years. The initial shock may not return, but the aftertaste it leaves is lasting, uncomfortable, and hard to shake.

The early seasons were fantastic, however the 3rd season was really disappointing, I don't know what happened to them. They wasted a lot of well-written characters and killed them off unnecessarily. The main characters in season two became almost like background characters in the last season; They've built their relationship progressively during season 2 for it to be nothing in the end, lessened the entertaining philosophical clash and didn't give enough screen time for the most important characters. The supposedly protagonist barely spoke at all 'til the very end and gave the most anti-climactic "speech". Not to mention the absolutely useless detective and the lack of research regarding some "major injuries" I won't specify further. This review is mostly for the last season since it was the latest one I've watched and stuck to me last. Including all the seasons for this show, I would give it a higher rating since I can't rate the seasons independently. Just have to forget season 3 existed.

I don't know what is Squid Game

There is a reason why this is the most popular show ever on Netflix even though it's in a foreign language. It's fun, thrilling, and packed with emotions. Pretty much perfect entertainment.