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Netflix's 'The Frog' Delivers a Philosophical Thriller with Macabre Twists

The new K-drama intertwines two timelines of rural horror, exploring unintended consequences and moral dilemmas.

  • 'The Frog' features a dual storyline set 20 years apart, focusing on two motel owners entangled with serial killers.
  • Kim Yoon-seok, Yoon Kye-sang, and Go Min-si lead the cast with compelling performances.
  • The series juxtaposes serene countryside settings with disturbing psychological and supernatural elements.
  • Director Mo Wan-il employs a cinematic approach, blending art house visuals with non-linear editing.
  • Despite its intriguing premise, some critics find the narrative connections and philosophical elements lacking.
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