Glitch
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A Lot or a Little?
The parents' guide to what's in this TV show.
What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that Glitch is a sci-fi mystery about a young woman investigating possible aliens. There's emphasis on marriage and romantic relationships, and sex scenes with characters mainly clothed. Expect frequent use of swears like "ass," "damn," and "s--t." There's some branding that ties into the narrative. Characters drink alcohol socially and to cope. Some act out when drunk, and there's vaping. The show is set in Korea, so there's strong Asian representation. The female lead is flawed and sets out to define her own life despite the pressure from others.
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What's the Story?
Hong Ji-Hyo (Jeon Yeo-bin) has been experiencing a GLITCH in her reality. She seems to have a perfect life: smart, a good job, and a long-term relationship with her boyfriend (Lee Dong-hwi) that could turn into something more. But once she starts seeing a little grey guy with a green baseball helmet out the corner of her eyes, it's reminiscent of the aliens she would obsess over as a child. When her boyfriend vanishes into thin air, Ji-hyo investigates his disappearance, uncovering some secrets along the way.
Is It Any Good?
This sci-fi series has all the ingredients for an engrossing mystery -- except momentum. Glitch has a promising premise but a slow pace, which dampens the potential of the narrative. Jeon Yeo-bin does portray her character well, especially balancing the mystery with her personal challenges. Some might get their mystery fix from this show, but the sluggish pace and substance use makes this suitable mostly for older teens.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about societal pressures in Glitch. How does Ji-hyo's family view her? What about her coworkers? Friends? How does Ji-hyo react to their assumptions, and do they affect her?
How do you feel about extraterrestrials? What do you think about the possibility of other lifeforms being closer than we think?
TV Details
- Premiere date: October 7, 2022
- Cast: Jeon Yeo-bin, Lee Dong-hwi
- Network: Netflix
- Genre: Drama
- TV rating: TV-MA
- Last updated: October 20, 2022
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