Squid Game

“Squid Game” refers to a South Korean television series released on Netflix in 2021. The show centers around a group of individuals who are in dire financial situations and enter a mysterious competition consisting of children’s games for a chance to win a substantial cash prize. However, the stakes are deadly, as losing a game results in fatal consequences. The series explores themes of desperation, moral dilemmas, and human nature, highlighting the extremes people go to for survival and the societal critique of capitalism. The title “Squid Game” derives from a traditional Korean playground game, which serves as a backdrop for one of the deadly competitions depicted in the series. The series gained immense popularity worldwide, becoming a cultural phenomenon and sparking discussions about its underlying messages and societal implications.