On March 10th Netflix released the second season of The Glory, which tells the story of the victim's revenge after 18 years of suffering humiliation and being forced to quit school. Vivian and I both watched the episode first and we discussed a lot about the plot and how we felt about bullying in Korean schools. The first season focuses on explaining why the heroine's revenge came about and how the Bullying Five coerced her classmates and the context of the bullying; The second season focuses on the actual revenge of the heroine, unraveling the mystery of the deaths in the drama, and then the mutual suspicion and suspicion of the bullying gang, revealing the weaknesses of human nature between trust and distrust.
In addition to the core topic of retribution, this drama concentrates on the terrifying school bullying, where the victim is forced to leave the school in disgrace after the instructors form an alliance with the kids and gain greater authority. The drama explores the problems of Moon Dong-eun, one of the major protagonists, who is plagued by memories of being harassed in school. The show illustrates how bullying can have an effect on a person's mental health as well as their relationships with others and how those impacts can remain long after the bullying has ceased.
Statistics indicate that over 70% of pupils in Korea have experienced bullying at school, which is a severe issue. Bullying may have catastrophic repercussions on a person's mental health, including anxiety, sadness, and in severe cases, suicidal thoughts. The portrayal of Dong-eun's experiences with bullying at school in "The Glory" emphasizes how critical it is to confront this problem and offer assistance to individuals who have been bullied.
I also looked at the main reasons why bullying occurs in Korean schools. The high academic pressure that students are subjected to, which can foster a competitive and stressful atmosphere, is one of the key contributing reasons. Competition in other spheres of life, such as sports and extracurricular activities, might develop as a result of the pressure to succeed academically and land a good career. Lack of knowledge and instruction about the problem is another element that fuels bullying in schools. Bullying is a problem that many schools and teachers struggle to address, and there is sometimes a stigma and culture of silence around it. This may make it challenging for children to come forward and ask for assistance, which may make the issue worse.
In addition to bringing attention to the problem of bullying in schools, "The Glory" also conveys a message of hope and fortitude. With the help of their friends and loved ones, Moon Dong-eun and other characters in the series are able to overcome obstacles and accomplish their objectives. In order to counteract the damaging consequences of bullying, the program emphasizes the value of developing solid connections and fostering a sense of community.
I consider "The Glory" to be a thought-provoking drama that focuses on many significant themes that Korean youth are currently dealing with. The depiction of bullying in schools is especially moving, underscoring the need for more awareness, education, and assistance for individuals who have been bullied. The series conveys a message of optimism and support for young people in Korea and emphasizes the significance of fostering a safe and encouraging environment for all pupils by increasing knowledge of this problem and promoting stronger action to avoid it.
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I really enjoyed the show "The Glory." I think there are multiple aspects we, as viewers, need to focus on. Another big factor that influences the characters' actions are their social classes. Depending on their economic status, the way they act, treat others, and think really differs. While I did research on Korean bullies, I was shocked at how many students have experienced bullying whether it was verbal or physical. Although the drama was showing the extremes, it is crazy to think that this is very similar to real life stories. I hope this show has a great impact on the bullying that is happening till this day.