Kwak Yeon-soo is a digital editor at The Korea Times creating, editing and curating digital content for the newspaper’s website, mobile app and social media. She previously covered a diverse array of cultural, political and business topics.
Kim Hye-soo transforms into stern judge in 'Juvenile Justice'
By Kwak Yeon-soo
A teaser poster for Netflix's “Juvenile Justice” / Courtesy of Netflix
By Kwak Yeon-soo
Kim Hye-soo will take the bench in Netflix's upcoming series “Juvenile Justice,” which shines a light on juvenile offenders and criminal justice.
“Juvenile Justice” revolves around a newly appointed judge for a juvenile court who despises juvenile offenders. As she handles various criminal cases, however, her perspective starts to change.
“Upon reading the script, I was surprised that such a gripping story could be written. I think viewers will be able to ponder what attitudes society holds toward juvenile offenders,” actress Kim said.
The stories told in the upcoming drama are unfailingly relevant, according to director Hong Jong-chan, whose works include tvN's “Dear My Friends” (2016) and JTBC's “Life” (2018).
Screenwriter Kim Min-seok revealed he interviewed about 50 to 60 related officials who work in district courts, family courts, juvenile detention centers and correctional facilities to write the script.
The cast also includes Kim Mu-yeol, Lee Sung-min and Lee Jung-eun. “I'm glad to be part of this amazing drama that snatches the zeitgeist,” actress Lee said.
“Juvenile Justice” will be unveiled on Netflix on Feb. 25.