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Squid Game is a South Korean series that became a global phenomenon shortly after its release, and it broke multiple records. Its razor-sharp social commentary and the brutal setting of a survival game caught the attention of audiences worldwide who simply couldn’t get enough of the series. The show didn’t just entertain the masses during the lockdown, it made people rethink social hierarchies and the desperation bred by inequality.

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So, as soon as Netflix announced the second season, fans were all in! They once again wanted to experience the hungry and twisted game with high stakes. Moreover, the confirmation of Choi Seung-Hyun, aka T.O.P from Big Bang joining the cast was another pleasant surprise. The creators have taken it up a notch by casting him as a villain, or so it seems from the recent trailer drop,...

Historical Korean movies often slip under the radar because many of the streaming platforms put most of their promotional efforts toward K-drama series and don’t have many of the films in their database. So when you find an excellent historical film to watch, it’s like finding hidden treasure. I have yet to see one of these types of movies that doesn’t have powerhouse actors and actresses playing their roles as if they were actually in that place, at that time. “12.12: The Day” is a 2023 Korean film about events that took place December 1979 after the assassination of South Korea’s president. There was a fight over who would occupy the vacated seat of power. Military officers carried out a coup and one of their leaders formally assumed the presidency the next year. PopGeeks published a review of this film; click here. If you like war movies similar...

Released in 2013, “Lone Survivor” is an emotional tour de force based on the best-selling 2007 memoir by the same name. Directed by Peter Berg, this action-packed war movie follows a Navy Seal team on a mission to capture Taliban leader Ahmad Shah in Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush region.

The thrilling cast and on-location filming create an intense viewing experience that highlights the bravery of the soldiers who fought alongside one another. With numerous awards and nominations under its belt, “Lone Survivor” provides a natural and powerful look at the life of a soldier in modern warfare.

The gripping movie, directed and penned by Peter Berg, featured Mark Wahlberg, Taylor Kitsch, Emile Hirsch, Ben Foster, and Eric Bana in pivotal roles.

With a budget of 40 million, Lone Survivor became a box-office success, grossing over 154 million worldwide. The film has also been met with positive reviews from critics and audiences alike.

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