As a seasoned movie buff with a penchant for international cinema, I find myself utterly captivated by the intricate tapestry that is Hwang Dong-hyuk’s mind. The man behind the global phenomenon that is ‘Squid Game’ has shown us once again that he is not just a master storyteller but a visionary who dares to dream big.
The creator of “Squid Game,” Hwang Dong-hyuk, has revealed that he initially conceived Seasons 2 and 3 as part of a single narrative. However, due to the excessive number of episodes this concept would have produced for a single television season, he’s now planning to split them into separate seasons instead.
Currently, Hwang is incredibly occupied, and this is primarily due to a fantastic concept he developed in the late 2000s. This notion eventually transformed into “Squid Game“, the Netflix series that currently holds the title as the most-watched show on their platform. As we eagerly anticipate Season 2’s release on December 26, Hwang shared an intriguing tidbit about his initial vision for the second season with Entertainment Weekly:
At first, I planned for seasons 2 and 3 to form one continuous narrative. That’s how I drafted them. However, during the writing process, it turned out to have too many episodes. Consequently, I decided to split it into two separate seasons for a more manageable viewing experience.
In the second season of Squid Game, we find Seong Gi-hun, the victor from the initial life-threatening games based on children’s activities, living his life three years later as a millionaire. However, things take an unexpected turn when Player 456 decides to reenter the game with the aim of dismantling the entire operation from within. Creator Hwang hints at following through with the protagonist’s original narrative arc.
Since fans were eagerly waiting to see what Gi-hun would do next, I felt it was inappropriate to stop there. I desired to share the continuation of Gi-hun’s journey beyond the end of season 1 – his actions, choices, and ultimately, how he put an end to these games. As a creator, writer, and director, this story felt like my personal mission or responsibility to unfold… The tale I wanted to weave reached its complete resolution at the close of season 3. I wanted to express our gratitude for the love we’ve received in some form or another.
Making a Notable Follow-Up to ‘Squid Game’ Season 1 Wasn’t an Easy Feat
Reflecting on my past declarations, I can attest that creating Season 1 of the show was an arduous journey for me, one that reportedly cost me some of my teeth. Initially, I wasn’t enthused about returning to the project, but as events unfolded, it transformed into a cultural juggernaut that Netflix swiftly exploited. In all honesty, those rumors about my plans to split Season 2 into Seasons 2 and 3? They seem an awful lot like Netflix’s strategic move to extract more from what I had already created, as suggested in Hwang’s interview with Entertainment Weekly.
Initially, while working on the first season, I never imagined there would be more seasons. In Korea, it’s not typical for series to have multiple seasons, and given the immense effort required for Season 1, I didn’t feel confident enough to take on the role as writer, director, and creator again for additional seasons.
As I wrapped up my scripts for the initial season, a faint concept started to form. It prompted me to mull over planning Seasons 2 and 3, primarily because of the massive success that Season 1 enjoyed. Additionally, the eagerness and excitement among fans for the narrative to progress further played a significant role in this decision. Revisiting the hint of a possibility I had set aside at the end of Season 1, we decided to delve deeper into the storyline.
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2024-12-19 21:31