Squid Game critiques late-stage capitalism through its portrayal of the VIPs, an elite group of wealthy men who exploit desperate players in deadly games. Initially appearing as mere spectators, the VIPs are revealed to embody the moral corruption of wealth as they soon partake in the violence directly, showing a disturbing level of engagement with the exploitation. Characters like Oh Il-nam highlight the boredom and decadence of the ultra-wealthy, while the series ultimately serves as a reflection on the systemic inequalities perpetuated by capitalism.
"The VIPs are a representation of the wealth gap and moral decay associated with capitalism, reveling in the suffering of contestants for mere entertainment."
"Oh Il-nam’s character embodies the boredom and moral depravity of the ultra-wealthy, who orchestrate these deadly games out of sheer ennui."
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