The second season of Squid Game on Netflix is again causing a stir among viewers, however, the English-dubbed version has sparked criticism from fans of the show.

As a passionate movie enthusiast, I’ve found myself often engaging in the enduring “sub vs. dub” discussion. Following the historic victory of Oscar-winning director Bong Joon-ho with Parasite, he boldly declared his preference for subtitles, stating, “Conquer the minuscule barrier of subtitles, and you’ll be introduced to a plethora of extraordinary films.

Based on online sources, it’s accurate to say what he stated. A popular TikTok discussion suggests that the English dub of Squid Game’s second season is not just subpar – it’s significantly worse.

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In a TikTok post, I shared a snippet from Season 2, remarking, “Listening to the English dub feels like watching a CRIME.” The clip, specifically from Episode 3, features Seong Gi-hun exclaiming, “[I’ve] played these games before! I said I’ve played these games before,” amidst the incomprehensible chatter of other competitors in the background.

The initial post, now popular on various online platforms as a broader meme, garnered more than half a million likes and was shared 57,000 times in its critique of the English dub.

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The post that started on one platform and is now widely recognized as a meme on multiple platforms, received over 500,000 likes and was shared 57,000 times, particularly in its commentary about the English dub.

User @talordactyle remarked, “The feeling in the original is astonishingly authentic,” and user @nanamistruelove said, “The redubbed version is agonizing to watch,” garnering an impressive 23.7k likes.

Beyond the heated discussion, Hwang Dong-hyuk elaborated on his belief that watching the series with subtitles is crucial. He stated:

“From my perspective, understanding the original language of the series provides a more immersive and authentic experience.

If you want to truly appreciate the real actors’ voices and the subtle variations in their tones, consider watching it with subtitles enabled. I believe this will enhance your overall viewing experience.

Explore further insights into his viewpoint regarding the controversy, the viral online post, and the reason behind Thanos using English in the second season.

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2025-01-07 04:31