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‘Squid Game’ Creators Discuss Democracy, Representation at Netflix Panel

6/3/2025

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Hwang Dong-hyuk, the mastermind behind "Squid Game," captivated audiences at a Netflix panel, delving into the show's poignant themes of elections and democracy's societal effects. Cast members Park Sung-hoon and Choi Seung-hyun offered heartfelt reflections, with Sung-hoon championing LGBTQ+ representation and Seung-hyun drawing parallels between his character, Thanos, and his own life experiences.

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Story summary

Hwang Dong-hyuk, the mastermind behind "Squid Game," captivated audiences at a Netflix panel, delving into the show's poignant themes of elections and democracy's societal effects. Cast members Park Sung-hoon and Choi Seung-hyun offered heartfelt reflections, with Sung-hoon championing LGBTQ+ representation and Seung-hyun drawing parallels between his character, Thanos, and his own life experiences.