As a cinephile with a penchant for Korean dramas and a soft spot for gripping narratives, I must say that Hwang Dong-hyuk’s journey with Squid Game has been nothing short of captivating. The pressure of following up an international phenomenon like Season 1 was undoubtedly immense, but it seems that Dong-hyuk has taken it in his stride.
Initially, the creator of “Squid Game,” Hwang Dong-hyuk, admitted to experiencing significant stress when the show was greenlit for not just one, but two additional seasons. However, he’s found a more satisfying conclusion for the series during the development process for Season 2. You probably don’t need much of an introduction to “Squid Game.” The South Korean drama made waves globally in 2021 when it was released on a streaming platform, captivating audiences worldwide. With its success, additional seasons were almost guaranteed, and Dong-hyuk is currently busy shaping the final two seasons of this beloved show.
In an interview with IndieWire, Hwang Dong-hyuk expressed the intense pressure he experienced when working on Seasons 2 and 3. After spending a decade crafting Season 1, he had not initially planned for a second season. However, upon deciding to create Season 2, the pressure became quite significant, as he put it.
Working on a two-part arrangement, Hwang Dong-hyuk simultaneously penned Seasons 2 and 3. He hinted that the narrative has a pivotal moment which triggers a sequence of distinct occurrences. This crucial juncture also brings about a substantial transformation in the character, Seong Gi-hun (played by Lee Jung-jae). The mastermind further explained:
Initially, I came up with the conclusion for Season 2 rather quickly. Conversely, the ending for Season 3 evolved into a different scenario than what I had originally envisioned. As I developed the story and wrote the script, I discovered a new route that I felt compelled to explore, which ultimately led to a change in the Season 3 ending during the creation of Season 2.
Writing ‘Squid Game’ Season 2 Felt Like a “Burden”
With the immense success of Season 1 of Squid Game, there was undeniably a high expectation for creator Hwang Dong-hyuk to surpass the first season in the sequel. As he reminisced about his past apprehensions, he admitted feeling daunted by the thought: “Could I truly deliver on this challenge?” When he finally dove back into writing Season 2, his creative juices began to flow, putting Squid Game onto a more compelling narrative trajectory. He added:
Can I produce work surpassing Season 1’s quality? Initially, I had doubts when I began writing, especially as I delved into the narrative of Gi-hun reentering the games driven by his personal objectives. However, the story developed in a way I hadn’t anticipated, becoming more captivating than expected. I managed to create a plot with greater intrigue, develop more compelling characters, and design more unique and thought-provoking games.
During our journey, I believe that feeling of weight or obligation morphed into a wellspring of pleasure instead. Over time, I built up the assurance that what we were producing would not disappoint the enthusiasts from the initial season.
On December 26th, Netflix is set to debut Season 2 of Squid Game, where we find protagonist Gi-hun back in the game, but this time not to settle his gambling debts. Instead, driven by a desire to save his fellow players and put an end to these lethal contests forever.
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2024-12-03 16:32