New Series Explores Moral Dilemmas Surrounding Vigilante Justice

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Netflix introduces a thought-provoking original drama series, "A Killer Paradox," featuring acclaimed South Korean actors Son Suk-ku and Choi Woo-shik. The eight-part series delves into the moral quandary of whether it is justifiable to combat evil through acts of murder. 

▲ Courtesy of NetflixThe narrative revolves around Yi Tang, portrayed by Choi Woo-shik, a college student driven to commit murder under extreme stress, specifically targeting those who antagonize him. Yi becomes convinced of a supernatural ability to identify evildoers when he discovers that all his victims were individuals he deems "worth killing." Detective Jang Nan-gam, played by Son Suk-ku, suspects Yi's involvement in the murders and embarks on a pursuit to uncover the truth.

Director Lee Chang-hee, known for directing successful Korean thrillers such as OCN's "Hell Is Other People" and the film "The Vanished," notes that "A Killer Paradox" diverges from conventional narratives centered around characters operating outside the legal boundaries to eradicate evil.

According to Lee, the series challenges viewers with the protagonist constantly questioning whether he genuinely possesses a supernatural ability or if he coincidentally targets individuals who later prove to be evildoers. Yi Tang's character, described as highly passive, introduces unpredictability to the storyline, creating a unique narrative twist.

During a press conference held in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, actor Choi Woo-shik emphasized his focus on portraying the emotional turmoil Yi undergoes as the storyline unfolds. He highlighted moments when Yi grapples with guilt, haunted by illusions, or entangled in fantasies, aiming to convey these nuanced aspects to the audience.

Son Suk-ku, portraying Detective Jang, spoke about the psychological dilemmas his character faces throughout the series. Jang, primarily guided by intuition in his investigations, experiences conflicts between professional responsibility, occupational ethics, and personal emotions. Son paid careful attention to Jang Nan-gam's transformation, aiming to convey the character's potential to harbor thoughts even more dangerous than the criminals he pursues.

"A Killer Paradox" is set to stream on Netflix starting February 9th.

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