@@Stabity probably he meant that coincidentally instead of accidentally...he decided to watch squid for first time without knowing season2 's release date
The creator of the Squid game, saying he did season 2 for the “money” I mean that’s gotta be tongue slightly in cheek based on the premise. I mean yeah everyone does this but it’s funny to say this when the show is literally about that.
@@kaofounder she went to her vacation before the trailer release, all these videos were pre recorded. She has given her thoughts about the trailer on her twitter.
Seeing Grace enjoy a sequel is a good sign the stupid is dropping away from the entertainment scene. Glad she enjoyed it. Such a fun young lady to watch review anything. I respect the Squid guy for saying the obvious, out front, and then dropping a good hammer on the audience. He earned the money which is refreshing to see. So rare these days.
Literally hot off the press watching Season 2 and all I got to say was WoW. The complex relationships and betrayals, just WoW! Really enjoyed it in one long binge.
These days, usually I turn off the show because I get bored, and come back later because nothing else is grabbing my attention. This tme I had to pause the show because it got too intense! Still manage to watch it all on the first day of release. I had intended to pace myself to make it last, but it was too good to stop.
I actually think a British Squid Game could be kinda interesting. We’re such a tiny island that’s such a diverse mix of ethnicities, races, cultures and classes. I think at the end of the day the show is made by its contestants and how their lives shape HOW they play the games. I think a diverse cast with so many different life experiences could be really fascinating.
I loved this new season of Squid Game! The new twists and game elements are absolute perfection. It reminded me so much of The Hunger Games, especially when Katniss wins her first Games, only to be thrown back into the arena with new characters and a fresh arena. Just like Katniss, Seong Gi-hun is deeply traumatized by his experience and finds himself caught in a larger rebellion. Honestly, I see Seong Gi-hun as the male version of Katniss!
I'm really surprised at the number of people saying they haven't or aren't going to watch the shows. Guys, you're hereby stripped of any rights to bitch about entertainment being poor. The Koreans have been knocking it out of the park. There's a lot more than just "Squid Game," but it serves as a good example. These guys know how to write compelling characters and multiple storylines over Hours of programming. With rare exception, we're just not as good as their writers and actors anymore. I'm just curious if any of the people boycotting SG watched "Shogun"? If one, why not the other? Glad to hear your review, Grace. You should catch a few more Kshows...
Koreans have ALWAYS been killing it when it comes to entertainment. They make the best movies and shows and this is coming from an American. They're just so good damn creative with their choices, it's honestly amazing.
I have watched 2 episodes of S2 so far, it is impressive they were able to keep the quality since, it is always lost when they start to cash grab a new franchise.
Yeah it makes no sense to put something down before people actually watched it. Squid games might not be my cup of tea but I am glad people like it. Also streaming shows still need to shorten the breaks between seasons.
Oh, now I’m pumped for this second season! Season one was such a lighting in a bottled I thought they wouldn’t be able to replicate the same magic. Now I can’t wait to watch it. Thanks for this review, Grace❤
Im on episode 4 and its on the first level on first season still missing the feels of ep6 but they make it up with the plot of trying to stop the game from in and out and some of the new characters are very compelling. Also if you watched the reality I believe some of the characters are inspired on some players.
I just finished all the eps. It was good - the games didn't have the same impact as season one, but they were still okay! Shoutout to Gong Yoo's ddakji-playing the recruiter - his acting was incredible and the standout for me.
Surprising that the second season is considered a money grab an the creator didn't want to do it. The first season ended on a cliffhanger.... How was it possible to not have a proper ending?!!?!?! Just binged it, it's pretty incredible. I might go back and binge first season.
These reality shows have been around for over 20 years. I remember first talking about Survivor coming out in the late 90's at work, and its still going strong. Squid Games is like the Survivor Games in the show, but they took it to our childhood games. Squid Games is like Survivor meets Saw meets Stephen King's under his pseudonym, The Running Man (book version). That Mingle game kept making me think of musical chairs. And it feels like our elites could be running these secret games somewhere in the world. And this season really takes it to another level as it keeps repeating the one more game thing that many gambling addicts go through. With the recruiter in the beginning going to the homeless people offering food or lottery tickets and many pick the chance of money to afford more, rather than the singular food item.
Thank you Grace. Your reviews shows you cinematic nous. I have read several reviews but they weren't effusive and cannot apprehend the slow boil and characterisation of the start. I have lived in Asia for ten years now and have began to fully immerse into the Asian cinematic universe so to speak. In a sense, there's always that hint of social commentary in the background (like a character in itself), this I find fascinating as most on the surface appear genial and polite. Kudos to you and have a great 2025.
Squid Game 2 was very funny and well done. Season 1 is vastly superior with heartfelt emotional drama, real suspense, higher stakes, and better writing. 2 had some really fun games, but does feel different than 1 since we already know where it is going. The strong acting, playful writing, and creative direction help 2 stand out on its own. I cannot wait for Season 3.
I haven’t watched this season yet but i always thought the end of last season our main character should have gotten on the plane to the states and when he gets to LAX he sees a recruiter from the games there slapping someone
If you’re the kind of person who likes watching 20 minute spoiler-free reviews on a show or movie before watching it, then I would say yes. If you’re not, or you don’t like knowing anything substantive about the show before going in, then I would say there are minor spoilers about the show. I can’t even say more than that without also spoiling because they’re that high level. But they are there!
My problem is I didn’t like how season 1 ended at all, definitely don’t feel like rewatching it. I would have liked to have been reassured that I didn’t need to in this review, but we’ll see.
I don't think Korea cares who our president just like most Americans don't care to know who the president of Korea, well at least before the coup when I assume this was produced and released
if they do go on to make a different season for a multiple of countries, i would think Halina Reijn would be a great director for my country (The Netherlands) since she is also seems to be very aware of current political climates and cultures! i lives bodies bodies bodies and im seeing babygirl this weekend!
No, but it's equally good! Even though it doesn't have the same element of surprise and parts are a bit more satirical/cynical. It's also slightly less emotionally impactful because it focuses a bit more on the themes and social critique. The final episode is very suspenseful. I can't wait for season 3. 10/10.
90% of what I watched in the last 10 years was Asian cinema. It's not surprising to me that Squid Game s2 is good. Asian cinema has surpassed Hollywood a long time ago by any margins except the production budget. I can't even imagine what they would've done If they had 100M+ budgets availabe in Korea, Japan or Thailand?
I am also a transwoman and when I saw player 120 - Cho Hyun-ju, I was rooting for her since I saw her. 🏳️⚧️ And she was in the military too! If you havent seen it.... So watch it now! I was screamin at my TV lmao and and the cliffhanger ugh 😡 I'm glad we don't have to wait for season 3 for another 4 years lol
She addressed it on X. She is currently on vacation which is why she hasn't been able to cover it with a video, so she just posted her opinion on X. All these recent videos are pre recorded
I just watched season 1 because I wanted to watch season 2 (now watched both). If you are watching the coverage - I suggest to try the show if you have Netflix? It was different than I expected actually...
@@Ruylopez778 Still, there have been plenty of other times when really popular trailers have come out, she isn´t available but still does a video on her cell phone or something that doesn´t require the time and effort of her regular videos just so she can talk about it.
I accidentally just watched Squid Game for the first time this week totally unaware that the new season was coming. Perfect timing!
I did my waiting! 12 years of it! In Azkaban!
You’re living under a rock 👍🏻
How do you accidentally watch hours of a TV show?
@@StabityYeah that's what I was gonna say. How do you do that.😂😂😂😂
@@Stabity probably he meant that coincidentally instead of accidentally...he decided to watch squid for first time without knowing season2 's release date
Hollywood gives you answers, but foreign movies and shows make you ponder the real problems.
Even worst, Hollywood gives you what THEY THINK is the answer.
🎯
Preach vs thought provoke
The creator of the Squid game, saying he did season 2 for the “money” I mean that’s gotta be tongue slightly in cheek based on the premise. I mean yeah everyone does this but it’s funny to say this when the show is literally about that.
Also, I heard he lost his teeth due to stress while filming. If that isn’t ironic as well.
Grace made like 20 videos before she went on vacation pretty impressive
Iconic queen
@@edgar214ER it is a lot when you think about it
Im only looking for her reaction to the Superman trailer and I can't seem to find it.
@@kaofounder she went to her vacation before the trailer release, all these videos were pre recorded. She has given her thoughts about the trailer on her twitter.
@ because she didn’t do it
For me the third game was basically a different version of musical chairs
Same
This is exactly why most people prefer catching fire over any of the HG movies.
Total Drama Island was a fictional reality show (its basically an animated parody of survivor) yet it still managed to be really engaging.
I can only watch the first season.
Nah that show was too goofy
@ to be fair I was 7 when I watched it lol
I think it’s because Netflix is global almost an alternative to Hollywood sometimes so that’s why something like squid games can thrive
Never thought this would escape the sequel curse going around right now lol
If only Joker 2 was half as good as Squid Game 2.
@sonicsnake44 that wound is still open
Wow this must have really stuck a chord with you Grace, I can't remember the last time you gave such a glowing recommendation.
She literally gave a good review on Smile 2…
She LOVED Kraven lol
She loved Kraven though lol
The brutalist just a few weeks ago
Season 3 aka part two next year?!?? Hohohohoooo!!!!! Looks like they learnt absolutely nothing from spiderverse!
Seeing Grace enjoy a sequel is a good sign the stupid is dropping away from the entertainment scene. Glad she enjoyed it. Such a fun young lady to watch review anything. I respect the Squid guy for saying the obvious, out front, and then dropping a good hammer on the audience. He earned the money which is refreshing to see. So rare these days.
Literally hot off the press watching Season 2 and all I got to say was WoW. The complex relationships and betrayals, just WoW! Really enjoyed it in one long binge.
These days, usually I turn off the show because I get bored, and come back later because nothing else is grabbing my attention. This tme I had to pause the show because it got too intense! Still manage to watch it all on the first day of release. I had intended to pace myself to make it last, but it was too good to stop.
13:29 The best place for a Squid Game spin-off would be here, in Cuba. We are ready to do it, like ACTUALLY READY
I think America is totally ready as well
I actually think a British Squid Game could be kinda interesting. We’re such a tiny island that’s such a diverse mix of ethnicities, races, cultures and classes. I think at the end of the day the show is made by its contestants and how their lives shape HOW they play the games. I think a diverse cast with so many different life experiences could be really fascinating.
Grace it was kind of tough watching this because early on i was already yelling, “i wanna watch it NOWWWW!” 😂 You hype it so good! 🔥
I loved this new season of Squid Game! The new twists and game elements are absolute perfection. It reminded me so much of The Hunger Games, especially when Katniss wins her first Games, only to be thrown back into the arena with new characters and a fresh arena. Just like Katniss, Seong Gi-hun is deeply traumatized by his experience and finds himself caught in a larger rebellion. Honestly, I see Seong Gi-hun as the male version of Katniss!
Season 2, the trans character is one of the best if not the best character this season!!
I was actually not excited about this at all until this review Grace! Thank you!
the show is freaking awesome. now i get it why many people are obsessed with Korean contents.
I'm really surprised at the number of people saying they haven't or aren't going to watch the shows. Guys, you're hereby stripped of any rights to bitch about entertainment being poor. The Koreans have been knocking it out of the park. There's a lot more than just "Squid Game," but it serves as a good example. These guys know how to write compelling characters and multiple storylines over Hours of programming. With rare exception, we're just not as good as their writers and actors anymore.
I'm just curious if any of the people boycotting SG watched "Shogun"? If one, why not the other?
Glad to hear your review, Grace. You should catch a few more Kshows...
I only watch comedies
PREACH!!
Koreans have ALWAYS been killing it when it comes to entertainment. They make the best movies and shows and this is coming from an American. They're just so good damn creative with their choices, it's honestly amazing.
THAT'S WHAT HAPPENS IN THE SQUID GAMES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I have watched 2 episodes of S2 so far, it is impressive they were able to keep the quality since, it is always lost when they start to cash grab a new franchise.
Yeah it makes no sense to put something down before people actually watched it. Squid games might not be my cup of tea but I am glad people like it. Also streaming shows still need to shorten the breaks between seasons.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Oh, now I’m pumped for this second season! Season one was such a lighting in a bottled I thought they wouldn’t be able to replicate the same magic. Now I can’t wait to watch it. Thanks for this review, Grace❤
THANOS IS ONE OF THE BEST CHARACTERS IN SEASON 2!
This was an awesome season, I liked the angles with returning characters and the new ones are super compelling
Season 2 is just a teaser for season 3. Wait for season 3 and watch 2-3 at the same time
& to answer your question, they already announced the third season will be the final one
Im on episode 4 and its on the first level on first season still missing the feels of ep6 but they make it up with the plot of trying to stop the game from in and out and some of the new characters are very compelling. Also if you watched the reality I believe some of the characters are inspired on some players.
I just finished all the eps. It was good - the games didn't have the same impact as season one, but they were still okay! Shoutout to Gong Yoo's ddakji-playing the recruiter - his acting was incredible and the standout for me.
Same the games werent as exciting to me
I always expect a show to be good when Grace goes "it's a binge, baby!" 😄
Surprising that the second season is considered a money grab an the creator didn't want to do it. The first season ended on a cliffhanger.... How was it possible to not have a proper ending?!!?!?! Just binged it, it's pretty incredible. I might go back and binge first season.
These reality shows have been around for over 20 years. I remember first talking about Survivor coming out in the late 90's at work, and its still going strong. Squid Games is like the Survivor Games in the show, but they took it to our childhood games. Squid Games is like Survivor meets Saw meets Stephen King's under his pseudonym, The Running Man (book version). That Mingle game kept making me think of musical chairs. And it feels like our elites could be running these secret games somewhere in the world. And this season really takes it to another level as it keeps repeating the one more game thing that many gambling addicts go through. With the recruiter in the beginning going to the homeless people offering food or lottery tickets and many pick the chance of money to afford more, rather than the singular food item.
SEASON 2 IS SO GOOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you Grace. Your reviews shows you cinematic nous. I have read several reviews but they weren't effusive and cannot apprehend the slow boil and characterisation of the start. I have lived in Asia for ten years now and have began to fully immerse into the Asian cinematic universe so to speak. In a sense, there's always that hint of social commentary in the background (like a character in itself), this I find fascinating as most on the surface appear genial and polite. Kudos to you and have a great 2025.
The thought of squid games in other countries and their origin childhood games sounds awesome!
YES SURVIVOR AND TOTAL DRAMA ISLAND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Best decision they made was to leave out the VIPs, already a major W right there lol~~~
They will probably be in S3 as it will be the next half of the game we saw in S2 and the VIPs only watch the last 2 rounds
Squid Game 2 was very funny and well done. Season 1 is vastly superior with heartfelt emotional drama, real suspense, higher stakes, and better writing. 2 had some really fun games, but does feel different than 1 since we already know where it is going. The strong acting, playful writing, and creative direction help 2 stand out on its own. I cannot wait for Season 3.
This show was amazing!!! A holiday binge
Such a great show. Holy moly. Just finished episode 5. Argh how are there only 2 left?!!!
Same, it was so good!! 😱😱😱
Oh no, people are turning on this season Grace😢! What's going on?!!
I think the ads kill the momentum.
Squid Game S2 is the first Netflix show to debut at #1 for ALL 93 Netflix countries!
Season 2 not doing great on RT with the audience.
I haven’t watched this season yet but i always thought the end of last season our main character should have gotten on the plane to the states and when he gets to LAX he sees a recruiter from the games there slapping someone
I'm so excited Grace! And your review only increases my enthusiasm❤
I'm 4 episodes in and loving it. I thought they would do the same games, but there are lots of twist
Is it actually spoiler free?
If you’re the kind of person who likes watching 20 minute spoiler-free reviews on a show or movie before watching it, then I would say yes.
If you’re not, or you don’t like knowing anything substantive about the show before going in, then I would say there are minor spoilers about the show. I can’t even say more than that without also spoiling because they’re that high level. But they are there!
Oh my GOD I saw them all can't freaking wait to see season 3
My problem is I didn’t like how season 1 ended at all, definitely don’t feel like rewatching it. I would have liked to have been reassured that I didn’t need to in this review, but we’ll see.
Sooooo?,that doesn't mean it was bad
Grace dropping videos at 3am eastern time 😵
might have to rewatch season one ngl
I don't think Korea cares who our president just like most Americans don't care to know who the president of Korea, well at least before the coup when I assume this was produced and released
My God I wish I had Netflix now.... I LOVED the first season. I guess I'll watch the reaction on TH-cam... like 100 times.. :) Thanks for sharing!
I see how Grace safely dodged that Superman teaser trailer 🤭 Right decision!
Lol I've been waiting for her reaction video 😂
She was on Holidays with her family, that's why she didn't do the trailer reaction
She is on vacation and prior to that she was sick, these are pre recorded .
@@macky7006 I guess we won't get big trailer reactions until January or Superbowl
@@kishenchohan1286 Yes most likely 👍
Just finished watch s2… Twas a good watch
i love this video thank you
So excited to watch it
WE LOVE JO YURI
What's it got to do with squids tho?
Just watch all episodes in one go 😅 all mu friends going to work after sleeping 4 hours because we couldn't stop 😅
when do we get the superman review???
When the movie comes out next year.
The question is not superman, it was just a trailer, but when do we get sth for mufasa and sonic? Wow
@@elijah0208the critic screenings came while she was on vacation. You guys are vicious. She deserves to have a vacation.
Never lol the hate is real
@@nikkanoz8370she just tweeted she’s doing a trailer breakdown now that she is back from vacation.
Deal with it.
How come you haven’t reacted to the Superman trailer?
She is on Holidays, these videos are pre recorded
Squid game s2 just came out today so it shouldn’t be
@@kimmaquilang8438critics watch stuff before, duh
@@kimmaquilang8438she gets early screeners for reviews because she is part of the press
Idk. U also liked Kraven. And u want virtue signaling in movies. I hope ur right
Can’t wait for movie math next week
if they do go on to make a different season for a multiple of countries, i would think Halina Reijn would be a great director for my country (The Netherlands) since she is also seems to be very aware of current political climates and cultures! i lives bodies bodies bodies and im seeing babygirl this weekend!
Glad to hear SSN 2 is great!
Thank you, Grace
5:59 "Nunyan YUCK!!!!" hahahahahaha
Thanks for the amazing video Grace ❤
It showed he did this for money. Ended on a cliffhanger. Forcing us to come back for season 3 which is stupid.
Maybe it will just be a 2 hour movie.
I just finished season 2 and if certain characters won't make it out alive (including the trans character) I will be devastated.
So witch did NOT review Sonic 3 & Mufasa & on top of that Movie Math. Witch is sneaky like that
Almost done with season to i will return to this video soon!
Just finish it!
If it's good, reply this comment 🫣😊
@@dezaknar0 i liked it!
Is season 2 better than season 1?
YES!
@ thanks 😊
No, but it's equally good! Even though it doesn't have the same element of surprise and parts are a bit more satirical/cynical. It's also slightly less emotionally impactful because it focuses a bit more on the themes and social critique. The final episode is very suspenseful. I can't wait for season 3. 10/10.
@ thank you ☺️
Season 3 part 2 of season 2 is gonna be great
We need a Purge TV Series...
We all do it for the money 🤷♂️
Can’t wait.
Grace, will you release a Sonic 3 review?
Physical 100 is a much better real life Squid Game in my opinion. Season 1 is a must watch!
90% of what I watched in the last 10 years was Asian cinema.
It's not surprising to me that Squid Game s2 is good.
Asian cinema has surpassed Hollywood a long time ago by any margins except the production budget.
I can't even imagine what they would've done If they had 100M+ budgets availabe in Korea, Japan or Thailand?
Man 24 was epic
Just finished episode 1 of season 2. Absolutely insane! I agree with Grace, the commentary and writing is what elevates this show.
Box office
I’m still baffled there is no Superman trailer review? Is it true that she has it in for James Gunn
She has literally been on vacation for the past week.
I am also a transwoman and when I saw player 120 - Cho Hyun-ju, I was rooting for her since I saw her. 🏳️⚧️ And she was in the military too! If you havent seen it.... So watch it now! I was screamin at my TV lmao and and the cliffhanger ugh 😡 I'm glad we don't have to wait for season 3 for another 4 years lol
It is indeed amazing. Move on hollywood make place for real visual art.
Does anyone know why Grace missed on covering the Superman trailer, because if she adressed it on X or anywhere else, I didn't see it.
She addressed it on X. She is currently on vacation which is why she hasn't been able to cover it with a video, so she just posted her opinion on X. All these recent videos are pre recorded
It is impossible for you not to see it on X or on some of her others prerecorded videos.
@@emiliorodriguez8104 Thank you for the info.
I've never seen season 1 of Squid Games and I'm not going to watch season 2, but, I am going to watch Grace's coverage about it! 🔥🔥
Lololol samsies!!
Go watch it - it’s great
Snowflakes
It's really good
I just watched season 1 because I wanted to watch season 2 (now watched both). If you are watching the coverage - I suggest to try the show if you have Netflix? It was different than I expected actually...
I want a superman trailer breakdown from Grace
DUNEEE PROPHECYYYY
Doing her best to avoid Superman trailer review
-incoming grace fanboys saying she recoded 20v vds before going on vacation that BS 😂
Where is superman trailer reaction.?
At some point you gonna have to talk about Superman
You cant hide forever Grace 😂
She doesn't really. She doesn't react to each and every film trailer. I'm sure she'll review the movie when it's out.
She's on vacation. These are pre-recorded videos she's uploading. She addressed it on Twitter.
@@Ruylopez778 Still, there have been plenty of other times when really popular trailers have come out, she isn´t available but still does a video on her cell phone or something that doesn´t require the time and effort of her regular videos just so she can talk about it.
@@justicierodelaliga I guess either she just doesn't care that much about a teaser, or doesn't really have much to say about it.
Damn why you comment this on every video? Obsessed much?
Me: (Holding my breath for Grace's review)
Grace: "Amazingly good! Loved it!!"
Me: "Oh, thank God!!!" (Runs to watch it.)
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