Extracurricular
High school student leads dangerous double life
About Extracurricular
Released: 2020
Platform: Netflix
Rating: TV-MA
Run time: 1 Season
Cast
Kim Dong-hee, Jung Da-bin, Park Ju-hyun, Nam Yoon-su, Choi Min-soo, Kim Yeo-jin, Park Hyuk-kwon
About Extracurricular
Extracurricular (2020) is a South Korean TV show that falls under the Crime TV Dramas genre. The series revolves around a high school student who leads a double life, involving himself in illegal activities to pay for his college tuition. It delves into themes of crime, morality, and the consequences of one's actions.
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About
The plot of Extracurricular follows Oh Ji-soo, a model high school student, who leads a secret life after school hours. Ji-soo starts running a high-priced prostitution ring to pay for his college tuition. As his illegal activities escalate, he becomes entangled in a dangerous web of crime and deceit while trying to maintain his normal appearance at school. The show examines the moral dilemmas faced by Ji-soo and his classmates as they navigate the repercussions of their actions.
Making / Production
Extracurricular was created by Kim Jin-min and Jin Han-sae. The show was produced by Studio 329 and distributed by Netflix. The series consists of 10 episodes and was released on April 29, 2020.
Actors
- Kim Dong-hee as Oh Ji-soo - Portrayed the protagonist, a high school student leading a double life.
- Jung Da-bin as Seo Min-hee - Played Ji-soo's classmate who gets involved in his criminal activities.
- Park Joo-hyun as Bae Gyu-ri - Portrayed another student who becomes entangled in Ji-soo's world.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- Kim Dong-hee, who played the lead character, Oh Ji-soo, gained praise for his complex portrayal of a student involved in illicit activities.
- Extracurricular tackles dark themes such as crime, the consequences of choices, and societal pressures on students.
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Quotes
- "You can't just delete the consequences of your choices." - Oh Ji-soo
- "In this world, sometimes you have to get dirty to survive." - Seo Min-hee
Music, Soundtrack
- The soundtrack of Extracurricular features a mix of atmospheric and tense music that complements the show's themes of suspense and drama.
- The music enhances the overall mood of the series and adds depth to key moments throughout the episodes.
About Extracurricular
Extracurricular is a gripping South Korean series about high school students who run an illegal business to earn money.