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‘Squid Game’ Season 2 Review: A Hyper Violent Stunning Return
VarietyStory by Aramide Tinubu
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The highly anticipated second season of the global phenomenon 'Squid Game' ups the ante with even more shocking twists and brutal violence.
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- According to director Hwang Dong-hyuk, the new season will dig deeper into the backstory of Seong Gi-hun, the troubled protagonist, as he navigates the deadly game's return.
- With viewership for Season 1 shattering Netflix records, the streaming giant has reportedly invested a massive $200 million budget to deliver an even more visually stunning and thrilling experience for viewers.
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Hwang Dong-hyuk, Seong Gi-hun, Lee Jung-jae, Netflix, 'Squid Game'