I have been waiting for a long time for the day that Squid Game Season 3 will be released on Netflix. I didn't wait any longer when I returned from the office yesterday—I sat straight in front of the screen without eating or refreshing myself. Today I finished the entire season, and now I am writing this article, unable to contain my excitement and love. I am a hardcore fan of Squid Game, and Season 3 has added another layer to the places I like.
The reason I like this season so much is that they have brought deeper human feelings and emotional tension than before. It is not just a survival game or a matter of killing and surviving, but this time the hidden past, sacrifices, and some unclear questions behind each character have been answered in Season 3, which many people had in mind after watching Season 2. Especially, there has been a new kind of transformation in the character of Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae). He is no longer just a game player, but he has now become a symbol of fighting against this entire unjust system. His acting beautifully captures that inner pain, hesitation, and willpower.
Season 3 has given straightforward answers to many of the stories from the end of Squid Game Season 2. In particular, the questions about what happened to Jun-ho's (Wi Ha-joon) brother, Front Man, have reached a huge climax here. And a new character has arrived, played by Yoo Ji-tae as the game's new Controller. I am truly fascinated by the kind of mystery that emerges from his icy eyes, restrained dialogue, and cunning manner.
The biggest surprise of this season was a female character played by Kim Da-mi who enters the game for her child. The way she gradually becomes a brave and human character can bring tears to many eyes. Some of her scenes were absolutely heartwarming.
However, I was a little disappointed in some places. The VIP characters got more focus this season, but their dialogue and acting seemed very artificial to me. This was a problem in Season 1, and it's even more annoying this season. Also, some parts of Jun-ho's story felt a little drawn out to me, which didn't match the original thrill of the story. And some plot twists felt a little predictable to me, which is a bit disappointing for a series like Squid Game.
For those who haven't started watching Squid Game Season 3 yet, I'd say don't delay. This is not just a series, it's a symbol of a person's struggle for survival, the conflict between good and evil, and the distorted form of the social system. For those who have watched Season 1 and 2, Season 3 is a rich emotional pay-off.Squid Game is not just a story of blood-games, it's a story of our inner struggle where we fight for survival every day, play some game to survive. And this Season 3 has shown that reflection in a way that brings tears to the eyes and awakens a strength in the mind.
I can say today that Squid Game Season 3 has delivered more than I expected. And if you really want to know, if you want to see the best thriller, suspense, and social reality of this time together, you should not miss this season.