Why You Liked ... KPop Demon Hunters

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Roll for Narrative: The Scene and Unseen Show

Richard Parry

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Welcome to Scene & Unseen, a storytelling deep-dive from Roll for Narrative. I explore the narrative magic behind movies, games, and the occasional book. Great legends don’t care what format they’re in, and neither do I. From overlooked characters to the ideas that shape entire worlds, I break down the heart of each story. Whether you’re here for heroes, sacrifice, or the power of community, this is where the tale truly begins.

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Why You Liked ... KPop Demon Hunters

Roll for Narrative: The Scene and Unseen Show

19 minutes 2 seconds

2 months ago

Why You Liked ... KPop Demon Hunters

S04E10: Jem and the Holograms walked so KPop Demon Hunters could run (with swords and mic stands). Turns out this K-pop animated spectacle about three demon-hunting musicians is basically Jem for 2024 - and that's the highest compliment I can give. We're talking about a film that uses catchy beats and sword fights to deliver deep messages about self-acceptance, female empowerment, and why your weirdness isn't a bug - it's literally the feature that saves the world.

Beyond the epic battles and catchy tunes, KPop Demon Hunters tackles the confusing lies we’re told as we grow up, the crumbling shield of false expectations, and how a few ultra-wealthy oligarchs are basically the real-world demons (minus the cool art style). It’s a metaphor for our messed-up reality and shows that allies can come from unexpected places.

In this review, I get into:

→ The brilliant character development of Rumi, Mira, and Zoey

→ How the film tackles K-pop industry manufacturing

→ The stunning Spider-Verse-inspired animation style

→ Why Ji-noo might be the most complex antagonist of the year

→ The epic parallels between this and 80s classic Jem

→ How demons become a perfect metaphor for modern anxieties

Fair warning: I get pretty passionate about why this movie celebrates eating what you want in your bathrobe at 2am while watching book reviews on TikTok. That's the energy saves the world.

Whether you're here for the K-pop beats, the demon fights, or just want to understand why this became Netflix's most-watched movie, I've got you covered. No spoilers, maximum enthusiasm, and yes - I will totally explain why conservative oligarchs are basically demons.

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