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The Director Of “Squid Game” Says It’s About Capitalism, But It's Really More Like Communism

I binged the new Netflix series “Squid Game” in two days, and I loved it. It’s not for everyone, as it’s incredibly gory, and I found myself having to take a breather between episodes. But if you liked “The Hunger Games,” you’ll also probably find “Squid Game” enjoyable and thought-provoking.

By Meghan Dillon5 min read
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Squid Game follows Seong Gi-hun (played by South Korean actor Lee Jung-jae), a fortysomething Korean man with a gambling addiction who is in severe debt. He’s recruited to enter the Games alongside 455 other contestants where they play a series of six children’s games. Those who successfully complete all six games win a share of 45.6 billion won, which is equivalent to $38,460,271.20 USD.