Extraordinary Attorney Woo
By Polly Conway,
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Charming Korean drama about lawyer with autism.
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thought-provoking series suitable for teenagers
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What's the Story?
In EXTRAORDINARY ATTORNEY WOO, Woo Young-woo (Eun-bin Park) has just graduated law school at the top of her class. She also has autism and savant-like abilities, including a hyperfixation on whales. When she starts her first job as a junior attorney at the Hanbada firm, responses are mixed. With the help of her supportive single dad, her friend Dong Geulami (Joo Hyun Young), and her law firm co-workers, Young-woo finds her own extraordinary ways to succeed in the world.
Is It Any Good?
This charming Korean series is a great introduction to the courtroom drama for teens and tweens. Extraordinary Attorney Woo brings to life an inner world we don't see very often on-screen. The portrayal of Young-woo's autism does start out broad and cliched, to the point that some viewers may find it stereotypical. But as the show goes on, it becomes considerably more nuanced, and we see Young-woo as a well-rounded and lovable character who's finding her way in a sometimes harsh world. Beyond these issues of representation, the series holds its own as a very entertaining courtroom procedural with lots of twists and turns. Much like Sherlock's "mind palace," the world of whales often helps Young-woo solve cases and process ideas.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about resilience and courage. How does Woo Young-Woo deal with challenges every day?
What do you think is "extraordinary" about Young-woo?
Do you think this series offers a good representation of a person with autism? Why or why not?
TV Details
- Premiere date: July 20, 2022
- Cast: Eun-bin Park , Tae-oh Kang
- Network: Netflix
- Genre: Drama
- TV rating: NR
- Award: Common Sense Selection
- Last updated: February 17, 2023
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