Netflix's hit Korean thriller 'Squid Game' season 2 has sparked controversy for casting a straight, cisgender male actor as a transgender woman contestant. Viewers criticize the decision, arguing it misses an opportunity to represent the trans community authentically. While the show's creator claims finding a trans actor was 'near impossible' due to societal marginalization, many feel the choice perpetuates harmful stereotypes.
The highly anticipated second season of Netflix ’s South Korean dystopian thriller is getting criticized for not casting a transgender actor.After the sophomore-season premiere of Netflix ’s wildly popular thriller series “ Squid Game ,” many viewers are criticizing the South Korean show for casting a straight, cisgender male actor as a transgender woman contestant in the deadly games.
Neither “Squid Game” creator Hwang Dong-hyuk nor Park responded to NBC News’ request for comment. Netflix confirmed that the show did work with trans and LGBTQ consultants while creating the second season, but in an interview with TV Guide, Hwang said it was “near impossible” to find a trans actor for the role.
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