"Squid Game" suddenly caught the eye of a powerful Hollywood director with a surprising reason.

Recently, international audiences are buzzing about director Steven Spielberg's interest in the television series "Squid Game". In Hollywood, director Steven Spielberg is a veteran name behind many classic blockbusters, such as "Jaws", "Jurassic Park" , the famous "Indiana Jones" series and etc.

Therefore, his comment for "Squid Game" is nothing short of "golden", especially when this Netflix-branded Korean series is still creating a cult effect, leading the "hot trend" worldwide.

According to Deadline, what makes director Steven Spielberg impressed about "Squid Game" lies in the selection of roles.

Instead of inviting A-list stars who used to be familiar with Hollywood like Lee Byung Hun , Bae Doo Na … the film has many new faces, most of which are unique in the Western entertainment industry.

Therefore, when speaking for the Skirball Cultural Center (Los Angeles), director Steven Spielberg thanked Ted Sarandos - Netflix's content director, because he dared to change the traditional concept of casting.

“The appearance of the Squid Game completely changed the way a movie or series was successful. Thank you, Ted. Previously, the star's name used to be a "box office guarantee" to attract audiences to the film. And now, interestingly, the blockbuster mystery comes from unknown, untapped faces” - director Steven Spielberg talks about Squid Game with beautiful words.

And indeed, most of the Squid Game actors are unknown internationally. In addition to the two male leads Lee Jung Jae and Park Hae Soo who have had certain success in the country, Wi Ha Joon, Jung Ho Yeon , Oh Yeong Su, Kim Joo Ryung, Heo Sung Tae and Anupam Tripathi are all rising stars.

Some people even have a hand in acting like supermodel Jung Ho Yeon - she stormed social media with the role of "player 067" Sae Byeok.

Recently, The "Squid Game" star team has continued to insist on its ability as it has achieved many nominations at the Hollywood Awards season.

While actor Oh Young Soo won the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor, Lee Jung Jae and Jung Ho Yeon were named at the 2022 SAG Awards (Film Actors Guild Awards), respectively.

Since its launch in September 2021, "Squid Game" has become Netflix's most-watched series, accumulating 1.65 billion hours of viewing within its first 4 weeks and a stepping stone to America for many stars. Following the global success, Netflix has confirmed to continue the 2nd season of "Squid Game" in the near future.

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Squid Game 2 has sparked intense reactions from viewers all around the world, with opinions swinging from high praise to harsh criticism. In the midst of all the buzz, director Hwang Dong Hyuk is confidently looking ahead to Season 3, even promising that it will be better than the second season.

In an interview with AP News on November 26, ahead of Squid Game 2’s release, Hwang Dong Hyuk shared his thoughts on the series’ future. The director admitted to feeling some pressure about discussing the third season but gave a sneak peek of what’s to come.

"It’s set in the future, 10 to 20 years from now", he revealed. "Season 3 will have a darker atmosphere, very brutal and sad, but also quite bizarre and humorous." Hwang boldly added, "Season 3 will be better than Season 2," fueling even more anticipation from fans.

While the director remains optimistic, Squid Game 2 has received mixed reviews from both domestic and international media. Major foreign outlets have voiced disappointment with the season.

The New York Times published an article titled "Squid Game Turns on the Red Light," criticizing the second season for being too similar to the first, claiming that it repeats the same elements without offering anything new.

Similarly, Hollywood Reporter slammed the season, saying, "The second season of Squid Game was a complete disappointment. It lacked the fun and ingenuity of the first season and didn't provide new details or insights into the essence of the game."

However, not all reviews were negative. Some international outlets gave praise to Squid Game 2. IGN highlighted the script’s exploration of economic and political systems, adding a layer of democracy that increases the tension of the game.

Meanwhile, Independence UK appreciated how the season expanded beyond the first, skillfully twisting key moments of the story and shining a light on humanity's worst traits.

Despite the criticism, Squid Game 2 continues to dominate the global scene. It quickly reached the top of the viewership charts in 92 countries, including the United States, France, and Mexico, just a day after its release. Fans are already buzzing about the upcoming third season, which is expected to drop in the first half of next year.

As for Squid Game 2 itself, the story picks up where the first season left off, with Gihun (played by Lee Jung Jae) returning to the game for revenge. His fierce confrontation with the Front Man (Lee Byung Hun) and the reintroduction of the deadly game itself create intense drama and suspense.

However, some viewers found the season lacking in momentum, particularly in the second half. Criticism has also been aimed at former BIGBANG member T.O.P., who plays the role of Thanos, a drug-dealer rapper. Many fans expressed their disappointment with his acting, with some even saying they stopped watching because of it.

Others criticized the show for its repetitive costume designs and character concepts, claiming that the female characters felt too similar to those from Season 1.

Despite these mixed reactions, Squid Game 2 remains a major cultural phenomenon, setting the stage for an even bigger Season 3. Fans will be eagerly waiting to see if Hwang Dong Hyuk’s promises come to life.

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