Gisaekchung
Gisaekchung

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Gisaekchung

2020
Movie
71 min
Korean

Hyun-bin works as a chauffeur for Dr. Min-cheol Jang's house. The pay is high and the work is not difficult. Hyun-bin introduced her girlfriend Da-jeong at the request of Dr. Jang's secretary Soo-hyeon. Dr. Jang, a genius, regressed to a mental age of around 20 years of age due to a sudden shock three years ago. In particular, sexual repression has led to delusions of damage, and sexual misconduct is being expressed. Da-jeong jumped on in into the good news and good pay, and starts taking care of Dr. Jang...

Insights

IMDb8.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes98%
Metacritic96
Google Users95%
Director: Bong Joon-hoGenres: Comedy, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A poor family, the Kims, scheme to become employed by a wealthy family, the Parks, by infiltrating their household and posing as unrelated, highly qualified individuals. Their plan starts smoothly, but soon spirals into unforeseen and disastrous consequences. The film masterfully explores themes of class struggle, social inequality, and desperation.

Critical Reception

Parasite received universal critical acclaim, with particular praise for its direction, screenplay, acting, and unique blend of genres. It was lauded for its sharp social commentary and unpredictable narrative, becoming a cultural phenomenon and breaking barriers for international films at major awards ceremonies.

What Reviewers Say

  • A meticulously crafted and wildly unpredictable thriller that masterfully blends dark humor with biting social commentary.

  • Bong Joon-ho delivers a cinematic masterpiece that is both entertaining and profoundly thought-provoking, exploring the dark side of class disparity.

  • The film's impeccable performances and daring narrative twists make it a must-watch, leaving a lasting impact on audiences.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved Parasite, praising its originality, thrilling plot, and sharp insights into social class. Many highlighted the film's ability to be both entertaining and deeply moving, with a powerful and unforgettable ending.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Academy Award for Best Picture, becoming the first non-English language film to do so. Also won Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best International Feature Film at the Oscars. Won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The elaborate house set for the Park family was built specifically for the film and was designed with specific sightlines in mind to enhance the narrative and thematic elements.

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