Parents' Guide to Queenmaker

This is a captivating and stylish show that delves into South Korean corporate politics. Queenmaker's protagonist, Hwang Do-hee, is a woman every bit as cunning and magnetic as Scandal's Olivia Pope. Slick visuals, opulent settings, and chic wardrobes create a feeling of exclusivity that's juxtaposed with Democratic Union protestors fighting for worker's rights. The resultant tension brings depth and complexity to the show, highlighting Do-hee's ongoing internal conflict over her role. There are also plenty of surprises in store -- just when you think you understand who each character is, and what they're capable of, a dramatic twist occurs to keep you guessing. Queenmaker will undoubtedly appeal to fans of dramas like Succession and Billions and, as with those series, parents should be aware of sensitive storylines. In this case they include both sexual assault and death by suicide. Overall, Queenmaker offers an entertainingly over-the-top examination of the high-stakes world of corporate power struggles and the personal conflicts that arise when success comes at a high cost.