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9/10. I really liked Mouse, but the ending was very disappointing to me because it takes a path that feels too simple — death as a form of redemption. From a philosophical point of view, living with the consequences would have been much more powerful, because it is more difficult and more profound. It would have emphasized the idea of choice: despite the predator gene, with conscience and emotions, he could consciously choose to be human and use himself for something beneficial to society, thereby atoning for his actions. I’m much more drawn to the alternative ending in the special episode, where the surviving mouse hints that his story may not be over. I really hope that one day there will be a second season where he is brought back to life just like the mouse, and we get to see his new path — as a reborn person, still a predator by nature but now with conscience and feelings. He continues to consciously choose his humanity and struggle with his inner predator while also living with a sense of guilt; this would be both a punishment and a chance—or even a form of salvation—given to him as a redeemed person.

He could secretly work for the government, hunting down other predators while constantly confronting his own dark side. He could become an invisible protector for Bong Yi, watching over her from the shadows, and it would hurt him every time he sees her, knowing what he did. That would feel like the perfect punishment for him. I still have hope for Season 2 of Mouse — there’s too much potential for drama, angst, and a deeper exploration of choice and humanity, as well as Ba Reum’s unique story, for it to end the way it did.