The global hype surrounding top-selling Korean productions is both intriguing and puzzling. Why does Korean content resonate so strongly with audiences worldwide, including in Europe? Are they a better, more wholesome alternative to Hollywood? Some Korean works do portray compelling redemption stories–often in ways that appear less harmful–but these narratives are frequently grounded in the country’s animistic traditions and a postmodern, humanistic belief in human agency. Understanding these influences, both their opportunities and dangers, is key to discerning how Christians might engage with, or respond to, this cultural wave.
