Tale of the Nine Tailed (2020) was rated 5.8 https://asianwiki.com/Tale_of_the_Nine_Tailed and there are plans for the next seasons (2 & 3) so maybe The Devil Judge has a chance for season 2 as well.
The first half of 2021 was an incredible time for K-Dramas, and the second half boasts of some interesting upcoming and ongoing titles too. A common trend among dramas this year so far has been the casting of idol actors. While many viewers express skepticism about idol actors, there is no doubt about the fact that they're powerhouses of talent. (...)
Here are 5 Korean idol actors who wowed the audience with their outstanding performances in some of the best K-Dramas this year! (...)
(...) GOT7 Jinyoung - 'The Devil Judge'
Jinyoung's character Kim Ga On was one of the best-written characters in 'The Devil Judge,' and he did complete justice to the same. It could not have been an easy task to represent the contrasting characteristics of Ga On's naivete and determination, his oscillation between doing what's right and following his instincts, and, more importantly, the depth of his grief. Jinyoung truly proved his command over acting with this role. (...)" Source: https://www.allkpop.com/article/2021/09/5-k-pop-idols-who-ruled-k-dramas-in-2021
"If there was one word to describe this TVN show, “nail-biting” would be it. The fierce battle of good vs. evil, with each character choosing one side and switching in a heartbeat, pretty much sums the exciting journey that the ‘The Devil Judge’ takes you on." (...) (...)"The show stands out from the rest due to three main reasons, first being the detailed and intriguing plot."(...) (...)"The second reason being the groundbreaking cinematography. Out of all Korean dramas I have watched so far, ‘Mr. Sunshine’ holds the first place in cinematography, and ‘The Devil Judge’ comes as a close second."(....) (...) "The third being of course, Judge Kang himself. Ji Sung, the actor playing the role of Judge Kang Yo-han, is without a doubt one of the most complex characters that has ever been written in K-drama history. " Spurce: https://whatahanawatchesontv.wordpress.com/2021/09/20/the-devil-judge/
"Throughout the series Yo-han gains a few allies as well, like assistant judge Kim Ga-on. Even though a supporting role, Ga-on manages to stand out from the rest, as he is both a friend and a foe to Yo-han. He aides Yo-han in his pursuit for justice, but pulls him back when his punishments become too extreme. There is an underlying chemistry between Yo-han and Ga-on, that can easily rival even the most passionate love stories. The banter in between them, whether it’s a joking matter or a hardcore fight, contains a spark which is hard to miss. Even he has to go through heartbreak and loss in order to fulfill Yo-han’s agenda, which shows that not all supporting characters need to be sidelined just to push forward with the story." Source: https://whatahanawatchesontv.wordpress.com/2021/09/20/the-devil-judge/
Writer Moon: "So, the dystopia in The Devil Judge has already reached the peak of such a nightmare to the point that its citizens can't come together in solidarity to solve issues. It's scary and sad how they come to rely on the outrageous measures taken by Yo-han." Source: https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/art/2021/09/688_315543.html?tw
Moon, writer (and former judge) of "The Devil Judge" (2021): "Mania for Dark Heroes is the rage of citizens at a system that doesn't work properly. The problem is that when that anger begins to run rampant, the media and political power amplify it and abuse it, it becomes a society dominated by violence, extremism and hate. The world of 'The Devil Judge' is a hypothetical dystopia where the nightmare has already reached its peak, and even the power to solve problems through healthy solidarity of citizens has disappeared. It's a very scary and sad world in a world where there is no proper alternative other than the forced prescription of extreme drugs. It's not too late yet, so I wanted to talk about not creating such a world. Citizens do not want those in responsible positions such as politics, justice, and the media to become dark heroes. They just want to do their job quietly and make a world that doesn't need Dark Heroes. Most of those who mistakenly believe that they are forced are actually just vain."
"I'm curious about the background that created the character of a judge who punishes evil with evil. What was the message you wanted to convey as a result? Moon: Mania for Dark Heroes is the rage of citizens at a system that doesn't work properly. The problem is that when that anger begins to run rampant, the media and political power amplify it and abuse it, it becomes a society dominated by violence, extremism and hate. The world of 'The Devil Judge' is a hypothetical dystopia where the nightmare has already reached its peak, and even the power to solve problems through healthy solidarity of citizens has disappeared. It's a very scary and sad world in a world where there is no proper alternative other than the forced prescription of extreme drugs. It's not too late yet, so I wanted to talk about not creating such a world. Citizens do not want those in responsible positions such as politics, justice, and the media to become dark heroes. They just want to do their job quietly and make a world that doesn't need Dark Heroes. Most of those who mistakenly believe that they are forced are actually just vain. If you think about it, is it really a trial for Yo Han's final trial? In fact, it was just a live broadcast of the (...Spoiler...). It is not a legal trial process, and the evidence presented is only a video, but it is not impossible to manipulate. As viewers, we know that it is true from an omniscient point of view, but in the fictional dystopian Republic of Korea? After watching the brief exposure video, the overwhelming majority expressed their consent to the (...spoiler...) without a due process trial. What if Heo Jung-se tried to punish Yo Han’s sympathizers by plausibly manipulating the opposite video with deepfake technology? The strange thing is that the citizens in the play are hesitant about the (...spoiler....) in the 14th part because they feel uncomfortable, but they freely agreed with the 16th part (...spoiler...). It's just the difference in directness and blatantness between the act of pressing and the immediate pain of the other person, but the essence is the same. As the research results of modern psychology show variously, we humans are surprisingly easy to be guided in a certain direction. That is why we need a system called the rule of law. In the drama, the villains are (...spoiler...) and the new elites who take their place also show behaviors not that different from before. In the end, it will be slow, but true change will come only when the system is completely changed through the efforts of many people. I think Gaon's monologue, 'What should I do to create a world that doesn't need Yo Han', is the true ending of this story." Source: https://m.news.nate.com/view/20210913n12309?mid=e01
So, from the comments of some viewers, it can be seen that they did not understand the intention of the creator…
"I'm curious about the background that created the character of a judge who punishes evil with evil. What was the message you wanted to convey as a result? Moon: Mania for Dark Heroes is the rage of citizens at a system that doesn't work properly. The problem is that when that anger begins to run rampant, the media and political power amplify it and abuse it, it becomes a society dominated by violence, extremism and hate. The world of 'The Devil Judge' is a hypothetical dystopia where the nightmare has already reached its peak, and even the power to solve problems through healthy solidarity of citizens has disappeared. It's a very scary and sad world in a world where there is no proper alternative other than the forced prescription of extreme drugs. It's not too late yet, so I wanted to talk about not creating such a world. Citizens do not want those in responsible positions such as politics, justice, and the media to become dark heroes. They just want to do their job quietly and make a world that doesn't need Dark Heroes. Most of those who mistakenly believe that they are forced are actually just vain. If you think about it, is it really a trial for Yo Han's final trial? In fact, it was just a live broadcast of the (...Spoiler...). It is not a legal trial process, and the evidence presented is only a video, but it is not impossible to manipulate. As viewers, we know that it is true from an omniscient point of view, but in the fictional dystopian Republic of Korea? After watching the brief exposure video, the overwhelming majority expressed their consent to the (...spoiler...) without a due process trial. What if Heo Jung-se tried to punish Yo Han’s sympathizers by plausibly manipulating the opposite video with deepfake technology? The strange thing is that the citizens in the play are hesitant about the (...spoiler....) in the 14th part because they feel uncomfortable, but they freely agreed with the 16th part (...spoiler...). It's just the difference in directness and blatantness between the act of pressing and the immediate pain of the other person, but the essence is the same. As the research results of modern psychology show variously, we humans are surprisingly easy to be guided in a certain direction. That is why we need a system called the rule of law. In the drama, the villains are (....spoiler...) and the new elites who take their place also show behaviors not that different from before. In the end, it will be slow, but true change will come only when the system is completely changed through the efforts of many people. I think Gaon's monologue, 'What should I do to create a world that doesn't need Yo Han', is the true ending of this story." Source: https://m.news.nate.com/view/20210913n12309?mid=e01
So, from the comments of some viewers, it can be seen that they did not understand the intention of the creator…
But this is not a matter of disrespect, but of reality. Some people will never understand the views of other people or the writer. Their life experience, knowledge about the world and personal experiences will not allow it. This is not a sentence that belittle someone, but states the facts that different people approach life differently depending on who they are. Therefore, some people will never understand a writer's thoughts.
Source: https://www.jazminemedia.com/2021/09/the-devil-judge-episode-9-to-16-review/ "Performances This section will be filled with praise. I hope whoever is reading knows I am tackling the project and the script, not targeting the actors. They are truly my favorite part of the show and the reason I stuck around. Ji Sung is so much fun to watch that even when the script is super frustrating, he’s still so captivating that you can’t stop watching. He truly carried this drama with his performance. He is truly one of the best actors of South Korea, he’s on a different level. Kim Min Jung is chef’s kiss. I just love her, the character was beyond f-ed up but she made her appear so human and it was beautiful to watch. The way she converses with Ji Sung and their banters, it’s amazing. They had great chemistry too which helped a lot. Personally speaking, I think they had the best on-screen chemistry with each other. Jinyoung is truly a star in the making, he’s improved a lot and is on his way to becoming one of the biggest actors if he continues to make the right choices. He had a difficult task ahead of him, he had to do a lot to match Ji Sung’s energy and acting, and he delivered. His performance made me tolerate an immensely annoying character, that’s not easy to do. It goes without saying, everyone did so darn well. EVERYONE. I want to highlight an actor I know some won’t mention, the actor who plays the role of the president is A STAR. O.M.G. Actor Baek Hyun Jin is a master. He’s such a good actor, I’ve seen him in taxi driver too earlier this year and he plays bad characters in both dramas but he’s managed to distinguish them from each other so well, he’s truly talented. I hope he gains more fans through this project, fans who will see past the annoying insufferable character that he played. I can’t wait for his next project. “The Devil Judge” is imperfectly perfect, it’s filled with plot holes and inconsistencies, it has some deeply annoying characters that are such because you can tell the screenwriter needed to work harder on them, but it is still so darn fun. Frustrating can still be fun. This is a drama that I’d recommend to anyone who is a fan of any of the actors in this project. Even if you’re not, if you like law-related kdramas that tackle corruption and the effects of social media on today’s society, this will be a fun watch."
"Judge-turned-screenwriter creates series based on 'thought experiment"Source: https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/2021/09/08/entertainment/television/tvN-The-Devil-Judge-Ji-Sung/20210908164306626.htmlScreenwriter…
So, from the comments of some viewers, it can be seen that they did not understand the intention of the creator of the drama. In my opinion, this is not the fault of the script, which was good, but of the viewers themselves. The writer clearly refers to this in an interview. The Devil Judge is like a mirror in my opinion. How we react to characters shows us who we are, and sometimes the image of the viewer's "soul" is not beautiful. If this opinion hurts someone, it will only show that it hit the nail on the head.
Screenwriter Moon: “I was terrified at how much the world has changed amid the pandemic. [Who would have imagined] the president of the world’s leading superpower claiming that medical experts are spreading fake news, with supporters going wild and attacking Congress?”
“[In the show] people cheered for the dark hero as it represented the anger they have toward society,” said Moon. “But can Kang’s final trial really be considered a trial? (... spoiler...).”
“Dystopia is where authority becomes religion and religion becomes authority as well,” said Moon. “The courtroom is the place that shows the public making a hero of Kang but he takes advantage of their blind faith in him. I used religious overtones in the names to add a tragic sentiment. "
Moon: “Society becomes dominated by violence, extremism and hate when the public becomes angry and the media and political authority amplify these feelings,”
Moon added. “The world of ‘The Devil Judge’ symbolizes a scary place where there is no answer other than Kang.” “People who think they are similar to Kang are actually like Heo Joong-se [the on-screen President of Korea who is played by actor Baek Hyun-jin] in real life.”
“Humans are vulnerable to temptation, which is why constitutionalism matters,” said Moon. “Toward the end of the series, Judge Kim asked, ‘What do I need to do to make a world without Kang in it?’ That was the ultimate question I wanted to ask.”
In the midst of it all, Moon found redemption in “love” itself. The scene Moon put most effort in to was when Yoon Soo-hyun (played by actor Park Gyu-young), Kim’s childhood friend and police detective who tried to expose Kang, is (... spoiler...) but still worries about Kim even when she is (... spoiler...). Yoon was Kim’s only friend who was there for him throughout his childhood as an orphan. “It was a scene where I wanted to portray the only person [in Kim’s life] that loved him unconditionally and gave him the will to live,” said Moon.
Moon : “A certain portion of the entire world is born as sociopaths, but I still think it would be different if everyone has at least one person in their life that truly loves them.”
"All in all, without spoiling anything, I would say I enjoyed The Devil Judge quite a lot. It was a nice rollercoaster with a good cast and even though some characters could’ve been fleshed out better, I cannot say I regret watching it or that I was struggling getting through episodes. The plot was interesting, the main characters with enough chemistry to carry the entire drama on their backs, the cinematography was fantastic and the OSTs were incredible. Zeenan’s What you gonna do is literally still keeping me alive and I am thankful. Could The Devil Judge been more? Yes, it could’ve developed into something even better, especially during the episodes prior to the last one, but I still enjoyed it and think it’s a good pick for anyone who loves this genre and these actors." Source: https://hallyureviews.wordpress.com/2021/09/09/the-devil-judge-could-have-been-great-if-it-dared-to-be-more-as-in-gay/
"Devil Judge' became a hot topic with the excellent acting skills of the actors who made even the unrealistic setting understand. Ji-sung proved his wide acting spectrum by going back and forth between a maddened dark hero, a wounded young man, and a cold-hearted strategist, and Kim Min-jung perfectly portrayed Jeong Seon-ah, a villain who commits all kinds of evil with her bright face. Jinyoung, who excelled in the dual roles of Kim Ga-on and Kang Isaac, and Park Gyu-young, who aroused sympathy from viewers by playing the role of a police officer, were also well received. Writer Moon Yoo-seok said, "Really, all the actors gave brilliant performances. In fact, 'Devil Judge' is a chaotic story full of heterogeneous elements. In an exaggerated dystopian setting like a cartoon, the narrative of a classic tragedy, theatrical written dialogue, and intentional discomfort. The reason I was able to put and push these elements that I like excessively was because I believed in the actors. Without the intelligent actors Ji-sung and Kim Min-jung, who could have saved the unique characters of Kang Ha-han and Jeong Seon-ah? Jinyoung and Park Gyu-young, who brilliantly played a difficult role suffering from fate; Jang Young-nam, Nae-sang, and Baek Hyun-jin, who played mad villains with different personalities; and Kim Jae-kyung, who played a simple but sympathetic character. In addition to that, the excellent acting of all the actors (...)." https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/609/0000486657
Ep.1 – 5.6%
Ep.2 – 5.1%
Ep.3 – 5.5%
Ep.4 – 6.3%
Ep.5 – 6.0%
Ep.6 – 6.0%
Ep.7 – 5.6%
Ep.8 – 5.5%
Ep.9 – 4.7%
Ep.10 – 5.6%
Ep.11 – 6.3%
Ep.12 – 6.4%
Ep.13 – 6.9%
Ep.14 – 6.9%
Ep.15 – 7.5%
Ep.16 – 8.0%
Tale of the Nine Tailed (2020) was rated 5.8 https://asianwiki.com/Tale_of_the_Nine_Tailed and there are plans for the next seasons (2 & 3) so maybe The Devil Judge has a chance for season 2 as well.
The first half of 2021 was an incredible time for K-Dramas, and the second half boasts of some interesting upcoming and ongoing titles too. A common trend among dramas this year so far has been the casting of idol actors. While many viewers express skepticism about idol actors, there is no doubt about the fact that they're powerhouses of talent. (...)
Here are 5 Korean idol actors who wowed the audience with their outstanding performances in some of the best K-Dramas this year! (...)
(...) GOT7 Jinyoung - 'The Devil Judge'
Jinyoung's character Kim Ga On was one of the best-written characters in 'The Devil Judge,' and he did complete justice to the same. It could not have been an easy task to represent the contrasting characteristics of Ga On's naivete and determination, his oscillation between doing what's right and following his instincts, and, more importantly, the depth of his grief. Jinyoung truly proved his command over acting with this role. (...)"
Source: https://www.allkpop.com/article/2021/09/5-k-pop-idols-who-ruled-k-dramas-in-2021
(...)"The show stands out from the rest due to three main reasons, first being the detailed and intriguing plot."(...)
(...)"The second reason being the groundbreaking cinematography. Out of all Korean dramas I have watched so far, ‘Mr. Sunshine’ holds the first place in cinematography, and ‘The Devil Judge’ comes as a close second."(....)
(...) "The third being of course, Judge Kang himself. Ji Sung, the actor playing the role of Judge Kang Yo-han, is without a doubt one of the most complex characters that has ever been written in K-drama history. "
Spurce: https://whatahanawatchesontv.wordpress.com/2021/09/20/the-devil-judge/
Source: https://whatahanawatchesontv.wordpress.com/2021/09/20/the-devil-judge/
Source: https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/art/2021/09/688_315543.html?tw
It's not too late yet, so I wanted to talk about not creating such a world. Citizens do not want those in responsible positions such as politics, justice, and the media to become dark heroes. They just want to do their job quietly and make a world that doesn't need Dark Heroes. Most of those who mistakenly believe that they are forced are actually just vain."
Source: https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/2021/09/08/entertainment/television/tvN-The-Devil-Judge-Ji-Sung/20210908164306626.html
Moon: Mania for Dark Heroes is the rage of citizens at a system that doesn't work properly. The problem is that when that anger begins to run rampant, the media and political power amplify it and abuse it, it becomes a society dominated by violence, extremism and hate. The world of 'The Devil Judge' is a hypothetical dystopia where the nightmare has already reached its peak, and even the power to solve problems through healthy solidarity of citizens has disappeared. It's a very scary and sad world in a world where there is no proper alternative other than the forced prescription of extreme drugs.
It's not too late yet, so I wanted to talk about not creating such a world. Citizens do not want those in responsible positions such as politics, justice, and the media to become dark heroes. They just want to do their job quietly and make a world that doesn't need Dark Heroes. Most of those who mistakenly believe that they are forced are actually just vain.
If you think about it, is it really a trial for Yo Han's final trial? In fact, it was just a live broadcast of the (...Spoiler...). It is not a legal trial process, and the evidence presented is only a video, but it is not impossible to manipulate. As viewers, we know that it is true from an omniscient point of view, but in the fictional dystopian Republic of Korea? After watching the brief exposure video, the overwhelming majority expressed their consent to the (...spoiler...) without a due process trial. What if Heo Jung-se tried to punish Yo Han’s sympathizers by plausibly manipulating the opposite video with deepfake technology?
The strange thing is that the citizens in the play are hesitant about the (...spoiler....) in the 14th part because they feel uncomfortable, but they freely agreed with the 16th part (...spoiler...). It's just the difference in directness and blatantness between the act of pressing and the immediate pain of the other person, but the essence is the same. As the research results of modern psychology show variously, we humans are surprisingly easy to be guided in a certain direction. That is why we need a system called the rule of law.
In the drama, the villains are (...spoiler...) and the new elites who take their place also show behaviors not that different from before. In the end, it will be slow, but true change will come only when the system is completely changed through the efforts of many people. I think Gaon's monologue, 'What should I do to create a world that doesn't need Yo Han', is the true ending of this story."
Source: https://m.news.nate.com/view/20210913n12309?mid=e01
Moon: Mania for Dark Heroes is the rage of citizens at a system that doesn't work properly. The problem is that when that anger begins to run rampant, the media and political power amplify it and abuse it, it becomes a society dominated by violence, extremism and hate. The world of 'The Devil Judge' is a hypothetical dystopia where the nightmare has already reached its peak, and even the power to solve problems through healthy solidarity of citizens has disappeared. It's a very scary and sad world in a world where there is no proper alternative other than the forced prescription of extreme drugs.
It's not too late yet, so I wanted to talk about not creating such a world. Citizens do not want those in responsible positions such as politics, justice, and the media to become dark heroes. They just want to do their job quietly and make a world that doesn't need Dark Heroes. Most of those who mistakenly believe that they are forced are actually just vain.
If you think about it, is it really a trial for Yo Han's final trial? In fact, it was just a live broadcast of the (...Spoiler...). It is not a legal trial process, and the evidence presented is only a video, but it is not impossible to manipulate. As viewers, we know that it is true from an omniscient point of view, but in the fictional dystopian Republic of Korea? After watching the brief exposure video, the overwhelming majority expressed their consent to the (...spoiler...) without a due process trial. What if Heo Jung-se tried to punish Yo Han’s sympathizers by plausibly manipulating the opposite video with deepfake technology?
The strange thing is that the citizens in the play are hesitant about the (...spoiler....) in the 14th part because they feel uncomfortable, but they freely agreed with the 16th part (...spoiler...). It's just the difference in directness and blatantness between the act of pressing and the immediate pain of the other person, but the essence is the same. As the research results of modern psychology show variously, we humans are surprisingly easy to be guided in a certain direction. That is why we need a system called the rule of law.
In the drama, the villains are (....spoiler...) and the new elites who take their place also show behaviors not that different from before. In the end, it will be slow, but true change will come only when the system is completely changed through the efforts of many people. I think Gaon's monologue, 'What should I do to create a world that doesn't need Yo Han', is the true ending of this story."
Source: https://m.news.nate.com/view/20210913n12309?mid=e01
Writer Moon: “The courtroom is the place that shows the public making a hero of Kang but he takes advantage of their blind faith in him."
Source: https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/2021/09/08/entertainment/television/tvN-The-Devil-Judge-Ji-Sung/20210908164306626.html
"Performances
This section will be filled with praise. I hope whoever is reading knows I am tackling the project and the script, not targeting the actors.
They are truly my favorite part of the show and the reason I stuck around.
Ji Sung is so much fun to watch that even when the script is super frustrating, he’s still so captivating that you can’t stop watching. He truly carried this drama with his performance. He is truly one of the best actors of South Korea, he’s on a different level.
Kim Min Jung is chef’s kiss. I just love her, the character was beyond f-ed up but she made her appear so human and it was beautiful to watch. The way she converses with Ji Sung and their banters, it’s amazing. They had great chemistry too which helped a lot. Personally speaking, I think they had the best on-screen chemistry with each other.
Jinyoung is truly a star in the making, he’s improved a lot and is on his way to becoming one of the biggest actors if he continues to make the right choices. He had a difficult task ahead of him, he had to do a lot to match Ji Sung’s energy and acting, and he delivered. His performance made me tolerate an immensely annoying character, that’s not easy to do.
It goes without saying, everyone did so darn well. EVERYONE.
I want to highlight an actor I know some won’t mention, the actor who plays the role of the president is A STAR. O.M.G. Actor Baek Hyun Jin is a master. He’s such a good actor, I’ve seen him in taxi driver too earlier this year and he plays bad characters in both dramas but he’s managed to distinguish them from each other so well, he’s truly talented.
I hope he gains more fans through this project, fans who will see past the annoying insufferable character that he played. I can’t wait for his next project.
“The Devil Judge” is imperfectly perfect, it’s filled with plot holes and inconsistencies, it has some deeply annoying characters that are such because you can tell the screenwriter needed to work harder on them, but it is still so darn fun.
Frustrating can still be fun. This is a drama that I’d recommend to anyone who is a fan of any of the actors in this project. Even if you’re not, if you like law-related kdramas that tackle corruption and the effects of social media on today’s society, this will be a fun watch."
Source: https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/2021/09/08/entertainment/television/tvN-The-Devil-Judge-Ji-Sung/20210908164306626.html
Screenwriter Moon: “I was terrified at how much the world has changed amid the pandemic. [Who would have imagined] the president of the world’s leading superpower claiming that medical experts are spreading fake news, with supporters going wild and attacking Congress?”
“[In the show] people cheered for the dark hero as it represented the anger they have toward society,” said Moon. “But can Kang’s final trial really be considered a trial? (... spoiler...).”
“Dystopia is where authority becomes religion and religion becomes authority as well,” said Moon. “The courtroom is the place that shows the public making a hero of Kang but he takes advantage of their blind faith in him. I used religious overtones in the names to add a tragic sentiment. "
Moon: “Society becomes dominated by violence, extremism and hate when the public becomes angry and the media and political authority amplify these feelings,”
Moon added. “The world of ‘The Devil Judge’ symbolizes a scary place where there is no answer other than Kang.”
“People who think they are similar to Kang are actually like Heo Joong-se [the on-screen President of Korea who is played by actor Baek Hyun-jin] in real life.”
“Humans are vulnerable to temptation, which is why constitutionalism matters,” said Moon.
“Toward the end of the series, Judge Kim asked, ‘What do I need to do to make a world without Kang in it?’ That was the ultimate question I wanted to ask.”
In the midst of it all, Moon found redemption in “love” itself. The scene Moon put most effort in to was when Yoon Soo-hyun (played by actor Park Gyu-young), Kim’s childhood friend and police detective who tried to expose Kang, is (... spoiler...) but still worries about Kim even when she is (... spoiler...). Yoon was Kim’s only friend who was there for him throughout his childhood as an orphan.
“It was a scene where I wanted to portray the only person [in Kim’s life] that loved him unconditionally and gave him the will to live,” said Moon.
Moon : “A certain portion of the entire world is born as sociopaths, but I still think it would be different if everyone has at least one person in their life that truly loves them.”
Source: https://hallyureviews.wordpress.com/2021/09/09/the-devil-judge-could-have-been-great-if-it-dared-to-be-more-as-in-gay/
https://n.news.naver.com/entertain/article/609/0000486657