Parasite
CJ Entertainment | Release Date: October 11, 2019
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kmac73Dec 6, 2019
I liked Snowpiercer, didn’t care for Okja but Parasite was about as perfect as a film can be. A hilarious and brutal depiction of inter and intra class struggle. Must see; not just best of the year but one of the best of all time.
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dragonbadJan 12, 2020
this movie so cool. for those who dont like thriller its ok. all thriller on near ending, the quality overall is good.
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foxgroveFeb 11, 2020
A Feast for the eye and ear. This 4 Oscar winning film is compelling and ingenious. Do not be put off by the subtitles as this is both quality film making and also accessible to a mainstream audience. The less you know about the story theA Feast for the eye and ear. This 4 Oscar winning film is compelling and ingenious. Do not be put off by the subtitles as this is both quality film making and also accessible to a mainstream audience. The less you know about the story the more enjoyment you will get from the movie. Just be assured this is a real treat!… Expand
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artardmosheaFeb 7, 2020
Funny premise that goes places but completely over-hyped.

Can't help but feel that people are celebrating the message rather than the movie which is disturbing.
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Sigfrid0sFeb 10, 2020
La película es buena, pero el final tira por la borda todo lo que forma durante al inicio. Lamentablemente no se puede juzgar una película solo por el comienzo sino que el desenlace es casi tan importante como el inicio, es justamente elLa película es buena, pero el final tira por la borda todo lo que forma durante al inicio. Lamentablemente no se puede juzgar una película solo por el comienzo sino que el desenlace es casi tan importante como el inicio, es justamente el final el que no demuestra estar a la altura del resto del film.… Expand
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yelenaFeb 14, 2020
The film is very good but not a masterpiece. It says a lot about the state of art now if a film with so many flows is considered genius. It is not. Actors are excellent but actors are excellent everywhere now days. The script is a problem, asThe film is very good but not a masterpiece. It says a lot about the state of art now if a film with so many flows is considered genius. It is not. Actors are excellent but actors are excellent everywhere now days. The script is a problem, as it is the problem in 99% of films. The film begins very well, picks up speed but then loses momentum. The flood spoils it especially. It was not needed to convey the message, it was too much, too obvious, too in your face. But still, it is a courageous film, which dared to address the problem rarely addressed. It has no real love story, thanks God. Overall, it is great just falls short of a masterpiece some critics claim it to be. it is also very funny at times and definitely universal.… Expand
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deanableFeb 17, 2020
certainly, the best foreign film and I have no problem with the palm de or , but best director, original screenplay, and best picture? I don't get it.
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PanchogulDec 15, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mi punto de vista e impresiones:

Una sátira sobre las clases sociales que en definitiva no dejará indiferente a nadie.

Es difícil encasillar a esta película en un género porque realmente tiene de todo.

Leí excelentes críticas que la calificaban como una de las mejores películas del año y de la década y ahora que acabo de verla, es completamente cierto, en mi opinión tiene todos los méritos para ubicarse en el primer puesto de la mejor película del año, disculpando a Joker y a Midsommar que hasta el momento compartían el primer puesto, pero me tomaré el atrevimiento de ubicarlas a ambas en el segundo lugar y a Parasite no hay nada que la saque del primer puesto y saben el por qué? La trama es interesante, los personajes son fabulosos y muy ingeniosos, el ritmo es atraparte y el guión y dirección son absolutamente increíbles, ambos son sumamente inteligentes, mordaces y por sobre todo sublimes, estoy realmente fascinado por la película que acabo de ver, se las recomiendo a todo dar.

Sobra decir que le doy 5 ⭐ de 5 ⭐… Expand
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mitokioDec 17, 2019
Not a fan of the director (I loathed Snowpiercer) and movies with this must critical acclaim usually suck. But by far the movie of the year. In tone, in terms of black humor/crime/thriller it "feels" like the same world as Joker. AmazingNot a fan of the director (I loathed Snowpiercer) and movies with this must critical acclaim usually suck. But by far the movie of the year. In tone, in terms of black humor/crime/thriller it "feels" like the same world as Joker. Amazing visuals and lots of interesting layers to sift through. I think you can watch it just as a movie and enjoy it. It's not supposed to be realistic, but stylized, so go in knowing that. But pay attention and this movie is deeply rewarding. The disgust the rich people have for what was found in the car and how they use it in role play later on... the father telling his son that planning life doesn't work and then the ending... the subtle and clever aspects of the class struggle and how the house plays into it. So many layers if you want to look for it. This is an astonishing piece of well crafted fiction.… Expand
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KiraseFeb 21, 2022
Slightly overrated but nonetheless a great movie.
Must see.
Nine out of ten.
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naufri27Jan 2, 2020
Sin ser la película redonda que la crítica parece hacernos creer, sí que la he disfrutado en el cine debido a ese toque de realismo en el comportamiento humano y, sobre todo, a su crítica social que, sin ser demasiado profunda, siempre seSin ser la película redonda que la crítica parece hacernos creer, sí que la he disfrutado en el cine debido a ese toque de realismo en el comportamiento humano y, sobre todo, a su crítica social que, sin ser demasiado profunda, siempre se agradece que se tenga en cuenta. La interpretación de todo el reparto cumple sobradamente y nos ayuda a situarnos tanto en la primera mitad de la película, más amable, como en la segunda mitad más cruda. Las dudas que pueda plantearte quedan disueltas con un final brillante.… Expand
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mariohenriqueFeb 29, 2020
tudo nesse filme é perfeito... a fotografia, a edição, a atuação, a direção... assistir Parasita incomoda, principalmente àqueles que não entendem sua principal mensagem. Já assisti 2 vezes e assistiria mais
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BroyaxApr 10, 2020
Avec un film coréen, on ne sait jamais à quoi s'attendre... mais c'est comme à la bourse, on perd plus souvent qu'on ne gagne... et les chances s'avèrent d'emblée merdiques surtout ici avec une palme décernée par les peignes-culs de Cannes àAvec un film coréen, on ne sait jamais à quoi s'attendre... mais c'est comme à la bourse, on perd plus souvent qu'on ne gagne... et les chances s'avèrent d'emblée merdiques surtout ici avec une palme décernée par les peignes-culs de Cannes à un réalisateur -qui plus est- très, très inégal...!

Or, la surprise est quasiment totale... car ce n'est pas chiant malgré tout de même deux heures un brin diluées parce qu'ici on s'amuse beaucoup et on ricane souvent... le film joue sans cesse des contrastes évidemment saisissants entre les pauvres très pauvres et les riches très riches, les pauvres qui "parasitent" les riches et les riches qui n'en ont mais vraiment, strictement rien à branler de ces sales pauvres...

Tout le film est d'une ironie mordante à cet égard jusqu'au... euh... "grand final" singulièrement exagéré, puis l'épilogue... carrément délirant ! n'oublions pas qu'on est toujours dans un film coréen et que la demi-mesure là-bas, on ne connaît pas... mais c'est aussi pour ça qu'on les apprécie, ma foi...

Alors bien sûr, on tique quand même assez souvent, car le film est en équilibre sur une corde raide, celle de la comédie cinglée et du drame social outré... mais les comédiens et les comédiennes sont tellement excellents qu'ils arrivent à faire passer... n'importe quoi, y compris et surtout l'improbable ! Donc en définitive, on salue l'audace et la drôlerie narquoise de l'ensemble...!… Expand
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louistperfctFeb 10, 2020
é bom demais! chega ser um hino de tão bom!

assista. vale a pena! Eu adorei
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BukyxJan 13, 2020
La película es magnífica, la historia es narrada desde el punto de vista de la clase baja y lo hace de una forma muy profunda.
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masoud2aghaFeb 4, 2020
موضوع فیلم خوب بود اما پایان داستان را بسیار ناشیانه تموم کردن
مفاهیم داخل فیلم و پرداختن به مسئله فقر بسیار عالی بود
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vitortfvDec 16, 2020
Breathtaking film, very tense moments and really surprised me. Great criticism about socioeconomic inequality through the lives of two completely different families and the ambition for a status. Unexpected end and a real turnaround.
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aliceinwonderlaNov 24, 2021
I'd give it a 10 if I didn't feel like the climax was too abrupt. Everything else was great.
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IntegrateDanJun 23, 2021
Parasite is a modern masterpiece that depicts the harmful social divide and its affects on the characters in the movie.
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neighel1Mar 28, 2021
A stark, unapologetic, Hitchcockian, and engrossing film about 2 families and their differences in their respective social classes. As the director states, the film is best experienced fresh. Therefore nothing more than my recommendation ofA stark, unapologetic, Hitchcockian, and engrossing film about 2 families and their differences in their respective social classes. As the director states, the film is best experienced fresh. Therefore nothing more than my recommendation of the film will be made. It is absolutely, must-see cinema and will forever (aside from its incredible cultural impact) inspire film-makers and screenwriters. A true master class of film-making at play here and the easiest 10/10 I can give.… Expand
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John935Feb 6, 2021
Second half of this movie has a lot of brawling which I found tiresome. But, this is the type of movie that rewards viewers who pay close attention. While it is sympathetic towards the poor family, it doesn't get into what would happen if theSecond half of this movie has a lot of brawling which I found tiresome. But, this is the type of movie that rewards viewers who pay close attention. While it is sympathetic towards the poor family, it doesn't get into what would happen if the tables were turned. Would the formerly poor family behave like the rich family in the film? Parasite goes only so far as to suggest Maybe. It's a rambunctious movie with considerable underlying subtlety. Remarkable.… Expand
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MallRat15Mar 9, 2021
Took me too long to review this one as I forgot to review it. Don't need to say much more then best film of 2020 and very deserving of all the awards it won. Was so into the film I forgot at parts that I was even reading subtitles, it sucksTook me too long to review this one as I forgot to review it. Don't need to say much more then best film of 2020 and very deserving of all the awards it won. Was so into the film I forgot at parts that I was even reading subtitles, it sucks you in from the very beginning and doesnt give up.… Expand
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GoatlipsMar 28, 2021
'Parasite' [Dir. Bong Joon Ho, 2019, South Korea]: The Novelty Of Reading Subtitles.

I think some foreign language films become overrated due to many movie-watchers not being book-readers, or, the novelty of reading whilst 'watching''Parasite' [Dir. Bong Joon Ho, 2019, South Korea]: The Novelty Of Reading Subtitles.

I think some foreign language films become overrated due to many movie-watchers not being book-readers, or, the novelty of reading whilst 'watching' (glancing up between dialogue) is probably where people are deriving pleasure.
You're barely able to watch the film while you're reading the subtitles at the bottom of the screen, so you're unable to judge the acting and cinematography. They're speaking in a foreign language too, so it's impossible to rate the delivery of lines. I doubt this film is rated as highly by Koreans.
Parasite is good, quite original, but certainly overrated. The story is reasonably straight forward, and not the mysterious thriller the original trailer advertises it to be.
The comedy only exist as humorous moments that can exist in everyday life, whilst the drama isn't believable or impactful.
Who is the titular 'parasite'? Well, we can assume all the people working for the wealthy family are the parasites. It's a quick development of the plot when an entire impoverished family rapidly gain employment at the rich family's lavish home through skilled deception, skills which seem unlikely in origin according to earlier scenes. Of course, their new source of income goes off-rails as quickly as it had begun, but certainly not in a deep, 'Hitchcockian', or clever way.
Many elements of the film are not fleshed out or are dead ends: The family went from folding pizza boxes to being master conmen; What was the relevance of the ornamental rock?; Why did the young man basically adopt the life of his friend?; Why was it briefly implied the rich man didn't love his wife?; What were the drugs he mentioned he'd buy her?; What became of the boy's deciphered Morse code?; How did the young man send a letter to his father?; Was the end a dream?
So, Parasite is not a funny film, and not particularly thrilling, dramatic, clever, or suspenseful. The (music) score is ok, but it's hard to comment on the acting as it's a foreign language movie, and the photography is hard to judge when you're reading the almost non-stop text at the bottom of the screen. There's no particular moral to the story to learn, other than, maybe, not pushing your luck, and tolerating an unpleasant smell.
However, from the originality, and what you can discern from the plot, it's still an engaging film - even if that's largely from the novelty of reading subtitles.
7/10 - Not as good as Cinema Paradiso [1988, Director's Cut, 173 min].… Expand
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All_ButTrU4Jan 3, 2022
Parasite is a modern day masterpiece even though it’s not one of my favorite films nor is it my favorite film of the year. I have one tiny issue with the film but it is more of a nitpick. The film’s message is a little on the nose but I don’tParasite is a modern day masterpiece even though it’s not one of my favorite films nor is it my favorite film of the year. I have one tiny issue with the film but it is more of a nitpick. The film’s message is a little on the nose but I don’t have a huge issue with it but it is noticeable. Other than that, this film is perfect. There is not one bad performance in the movie. Cho Yeo-jeong, Park So-dam, and Kang-Ho Song are standouts from the film. All 3 of them have some of the best acting of the year. Their work with a fantastic script that is incredibly well written and clever makes their performance so much more enjoyable. Another aspect I loved was the cinematography. The film’s slow camera movements and slow tracking shots look absolutely beautiful which go along great with the fantastic production design. The film’s story and themes make this film incredible. The story of this poor family slowly infiltrating a rich family only to find out that their house is not what it seems. It’s so incredibly tense. You never know what is going to happen next and it’s always surprising to see what eventually happens. The film has themes of class divide and class warfare throughout which are very profound. The rich family says these lines about how great their life is while the opposite is happening to the poor family. Every time this occurs, you see how the poor family reacts and makes the scene and film itself dramatically more tense. Another thing I liked about the film was the score by Jung Jaeil. His score adds so much more to the tension. I know I’m using the word tension a lot but that’s what this film is. A constant build up of tension scene by scene until it all culminates in the finale. For me, each passing scene left me more and more on the edge of my seat. One final aspect I want to touch on is the humor. Most of the jokes are cleverly written and while some of the jokes may not be that funny, I do appreciate how they were cleverly inserted instead of incredibly forced. Except this film to be on a bunch of Top 10 lists at the end of the year. Overall, Parasite is a fantastic film with great acting, great cinematography, and a powerful story about class divide even if its message may be a little too on the nose.… Expand
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TiuLobitsFeb 15, 2020
Amazing! A film full of metaphors, social criticism, minute details, a direction that takes control of the entire film from beginning to end. A film that is worth seeing again, again, and again, you notice details that the first time I didn'tAmazing! A film full of metaphors, social criticism, minute details, a direction that takes control of the entire film from beginning to end. A film that is worth seeing again, again, and again, you notice details that the first time I didn't notice for lack of information, but that now make sense and give even more richness to this work. Simply fascinating!… Expand
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youruberdriverApr 3, 2020
Im still just shocked. This 'movie' is actually 2 different movies smoothly put into one. It's nothing but perfect cinema. You can sense the amount of work and genius that has been put in this thing.
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gcatharinoDec 12, 2019
The best movie of 2019 has everything: great acting, fabulous screenplay, with funny, tense and plot-twist moments, excelent directing, social critics and acid jokes. A monumental (but easy-to-consume) piece of art that satisfies allThe best movie of 2019 has everything: great acting, fabulous screenplay, with funny, tense and plot-twist moments, excelent directing, social critics and acid jokes. A monumental (but easy-to-consume) piece of art that satisfies all audience's tastes. Highly recommended.… Expand
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GottiDKMay 23, 2020
I saw Parasite 3 months ago to the date of this review. It's not until now, that I can say this is the best movie I have ever seen. I have thought a long time about what its about and what I saw. It's a movie where when you think you got itI saw Parasite 3 months ago to the date of this review. It's not until now, that I can say this is the best movie I have ever seen. I have thought a long time about what its about and what I saw. It's a movie where when you think you got it all figuered out, the movie just turns at an opposite direction. It's a masterpiece like nothing I've ever seen before. Parasite definitely deserves the Academy Award for best picture, because it is the best picture I have ever seen.… Expand
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AShinyGiratinaFeb 7, 2020
I'm going to refer to this as "The Movie" from now on until I find something fully encapsulates what cinema can achieve in a better fashion. We certainly haven't seen something that could surpass this in the decade before it was released.I'm going to refer to this as "The Movie" from now on until I find something fully encapsulates what cinema can achieve in a better fashion. We certainly haven't seen something that could surpass this in the decade before it was released.
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Destruct_Oct 5, 2020
This is how you do a movie had me on the edge of my sit. I was shaking on the tense scenes. This MOVIE IS BRILLIANT
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FilmanwaltDec 17, 2020
Very charming and clever first part. The individual pieces of the film were put together well and really wanted more. In addition, the movie was pretty funny at first.

Unfortunately, the film loses its thread a bit in the middle and has aVery charming and clever first part. The individual pieces of the film were put together well and really wanted more. In addition, the movie was pretty funny at first.

Unfortunately, the film loses its thread a bit in the middle and has a rather boring and weak scene that I would have liked to have seen in a different way.

But then the film picks up speed again and takes strange twists and turns and ends in a crazy finale.

A very clever drama that takes a slightly different path.… Expand
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AdrianNieveJan 20, 2020
Lo primero que vemos en Parasite es la ventana de un sótano que da a ras de suelo de una calle iluminada por el sol. Y nos quedamos con esta imagen hasta que se da el primer movimiento de cámara del filme, cuando ésta desciende y, sentado enLo primero que vemos en Parasite es la ventana de un sótano que da a ras de suelo de una calle iluminada por el sol. Y nos quedamos con esta imagen hasta que se da el primer movimiento de cámara del filme, cuando ésta desciende y, sentado en el suelo del sótano, vemos a uno de los protagonistas de esta última producción de de Bong Joon-ho. Solo con eso, el director y el cinematógrafo han establecido el tema principal de la película, que será desarrollado a lo largo de 132 minutos: el lugar que ocupan los pobres y los marginados. Bong Joon-ho es un cineasta muy sencillo. Sus películas cuentan historias complejas, de profundo contenido social, pero siempre utilizando los recursos cinematográficos más básicos para reforzarlos. Sus películas son, para el ojo entrenado, lo que una sinfonía de Bethoveen es para un oído entrenado: sublimes. Y lo mejor de todo es que no necesitas años de entrenamiento tipo conservatorio para apreciar lo sublime en los filmes de Joon-ho. Solo necesitas mirar con atención.

Todo está en los ángulos y los movimientos de cámara. Es con ellos que Bong Joon-ho deletrea los aspectos más importantes de su trama, mientras el guion y las actuaciones se encargan de desarrollarla. Para eso el director coreano se vale de un control absoluto de lo que muestra, cómo lo muestra y a qué ritmo lo muestra. Hay que pensar en sus películas como coreografías entre el elenco y la cámara, llenas de escenas en las que cada movimiento importa porque todo relata o refuerza algo. Por eso Joon-ho nunca se complica demasiado con su cinematografía –aunque sí con los objetos, la profundidad y los colores de su diseño de escenarios–, y más bien mantiene sus ángulos y movimientos de cámara dentro de lo básico y consistente. De esta forma, una vez que entramos en ritmo, podemos bailar con su filme, tal como el elenco está danzando con la cámara.

Y eso nunca fue más cierto que en Parasite (2019), donde Bong Joon-ho refina su habilidad de ser leve en el caos y oscuro en la levedad. Como dije ya, la película comienza con un movimiento de cámara que nos introduce a la pobreza de un hogar de gente que tiene que hacer de todo para conseguir dinero y sobrevivir. A lo largo del filme los veremos abajo, intentando ascender y lográndolo a medida que la película es una divertida y perversa comedia en la que esta familia pobre se infiltra como la servidumbre de un lujoso hogar de gente adinerada. Es tan básico y consistente el lenguaje visual de Joon-ho que a esta familia adinerada la muestra siempre arriba: ubica su hogar en las colinas, los separa de su servidumbre por líneas naturales del escenario, los pone en espacios iluminados y abiertos para remarcar la claustrofobia en la que viven los otros, los marginados.

Parasite es un filme que está en constante diálogo consigo mismo. Cada acto, cada escena, tienen una consecuencia a lo largo de una película cuyo giro pareciera cambiarla por completo. Bong Joon-ho es un maestro del tono, puede hacerte reír en un momento oscuro y despertar un miedo dentro de ti en el momento más ridículo. Pero en Parasite esto es más intenso. De una comedia perversa pasamos a un caos contundente, a algo tan extraño y tan violento que seguramente es cierto. Y en realidad es un giro de trama que no hace más que reforzar el tema principal: el lugar de la pobreza en la sociedad, cómo funciona la división de clases o, en palabras del mismo Joon-ho, cómo en una sociedad capitalista la unión solo es posible en cómo una clase utiliza a la otra. ¡Y el elenco! Cada actor y actriz encarnan a sus personajes de una manera tan efectiva, que no dudamos de ellos ni cuando la historia da su giro. Joon-ho ha trabajo con grandes como Tilda Swimton, Jake Gyllenhall, Ed Harris, Chris Evans y los resultados son increíbles, pero habla muy bien de él que pueda hacer lo mismo y hasta tal vez más con un elenco de su Corea del Sur natal –entre ellos su actor mimado Song Kang-ho– desconocidos para una gran mayoría. Para cuando llega el final de la película –ese final delirante que nos deletrea la imposibilidad de ascender que tienen la clase baja y hasta la clase media–, el elenco ha hecho tan buen trabajo que ese último golpe de la trama a los personajes, es también un golpe a nosotros, a nuestras propias fantasías económicas, es un llamado a mirar de nuevo como dividimos las clases en nuestras sociedades.… Expand
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kozel1Jan 4, 2020
A very pleasant surprise of how to combine something mysterious, and something with great horror elements but keeping it light with perfect black humor and not to give away too much at any point. The movie has this soft tension build up allA very pleasant surprise of how to combine something mysterious, and something with great horror elements but keeping it light with perfect black humor and not to give away too much at any point. The movie has this soft tension build up all throughout story progression and never really settles down on one tone.

Shortly after the start you kind of get the idea where things go, but you have no clue what is going to happen after that and how the protagonists are going to deal with the difficulties they are facing. The script was very cleverly written, makes you face a decision who you are rooting for. I could sympathize with either the “good guys” or the “bad guys” at any given point during the movie.

This movie should be a great example to Hollywood how to write and direct an original title, this is a Korean gem that will go down as one of the best in its genre and category.… Expand
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movingpicturesMay 7, 2020
Funny, light, thoughtful, deep, suspenseful, dark, all the things

Very intelligent film that weaves together many different perspectives and tones masterfully. Several different levels to think about and discuss with others. It will leaveFunny, light, thoughtful, deep, suspenseful, dark, all the things

Very intelligent film that weaves together many different perspectives and tones masterfully. Several different levels to think about and discuss with others. It will leave you thinking about it for days afterward just to ponder it a bit more. Definitely tell your friends to watch it because you'll want someone to discuss it with. This is a full-course dinner that leaves you perfectly satisfied :)… Expand
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TheEventsOf1989Dec 28, 2019
When you see "Parasite" your eyes will be so glued to the screen that they will feel sore if you take them off, this film is a near perfect conglomeration of social-political satire, heist film tension, and superb tonal shifts.
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leoterraJan 13, 2020
This movie really left me speechless. Parasite is probably the most different movie of recent times. The plot is light at first, but it becomes increasingly bizarre. The direction of Bong Joon-Ho is very simple, ensuring the viewer a veryThis movie really left me speechless. Parasite is probably the most different movie of recent times. The plot is light at first, but it becomes increasingly bizarre. The direction of Bong Joon-Ho is very simple, ensuring the viewer a very comfortable experience. The script is intriguing and curious, can keep the viewer completely glazed in the story. These are very good performances by Koreans, which show true performances. The movie ends up getting a little lost in the final act, but nothing that spoils the experience. It is very worth it. Parasite is a great movie.… Expand
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AWESOM-0Apr 8, 2020
Yeah this is a good movie. I usually don’t like Korean cinema that much but this one kills it.
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ChrisM1979Jan 22, 2020
I thought it was really good and really well done. The only thing that brought it down for me a little bit was that the resolution dragged on.
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WItsavaJJan 9, 2020
This movies make me sad.
I just thought why everything in this world be like this why humen be like this.
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Farside22Feb 16, 2020
Don’t like captioned movies BUT Parasite was wonderful,funny,silly, and very entertaining!
Recommend it very highly and see why it won so many awards!!
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haylinJan 11, 2020
Amazing. I really don't have words to describe how I felt watching this. It was dark and sad but also funny at the same time. It completely trapped me.
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becomingastarJan 11, 2020
i just can’t fathom life without this gorgeous **** movie. this changed the way i see film, and its storytelling is enough to haunt you for weeks. i don’t know where to begin even dissecting this, just go watch it for yourself and watchi just can’t fathom life without this gorgeous **** movie. this changed the way i see film, and its storytelling is enough to haunt you for weeks. i don’t know where to begin even dissecting this, just go watch it for yourself and watch history in the making.… Expand
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LuckyDampeJan 14, 2020
A really good movie, there's no much about it that can be said without spoiling it, but it was worth the time.
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RozigooJan 17, 2020
To sum this movie it up, it is a black comedy, a thriller, a horror and a social satire in 2 hours. Seems like a lot in 2 hours, but not only is the message of class division clear, Bong presents it in the most accessible and humorous way… Expand
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tushraj21Jan 18, 2020
One of the most well-crafted movie put in history. Each scene is paced like a swiss watch. Bong Joon Ho is a master crafting a masterpiece
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Thrawn31Jan 20, 2020
Simply a fantastic movie and one that should serve as a standard for future films about relevant social themes.
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Stream2BigScreeJan 28, 2020
Be A Host for Parasite

The Stream: Are you going to complain that this is a foreign language film? Okay, fine. The Big Screen: Completely surprising at every turn. The Final Bill: Enjoy the ride. – Trip Fontaine Parasite reminded me thatBe A Host for Parasite

The Stream: Are you going to complain that this is a foreign language film? Okay, fine.

The Big Screen: Completely surprising at every turn.

The Final Bill: Enjoy the ride.

– Trip Fontaine

Parasite reminded me that there are actually some original ideas out there being made into movies. It also reminded me how annoyed I am by all of the sequels and remakes and reboots that have flooded Hollywood and American mainstream movie theaters. Directed and co-written by Bong Joon Ho, who also directed Snowpiercer and Okja both of which are on Netflix, Parasite is a South Korean film with English subtitles about… well, this where reviewing this movie gets difficult because I don’t want to spoil anything. Um… it’s about an out of work family who through a series of events find work and surprising things occur.

There is so much to admire about Parasite. The screenplay is so good because, while the setting may be foreign to American audiences, the story is familiar and takes unexpected turns that when you really think about them the turns were always somehow inevitable. The point of view is funny and insightful. The themes once completely revealed are devastatingly universal.

A further boon to Parasite is that the cast is great. Each member of the cast gets to shine in their distinct ways. The chemistry is familial and easy. The father played by Song Kang Ho and the daughter played by Park So Dam are the standouts; but, uniformly, each character plays their essential part in this tale. I’ll also note how the production design is architecturally awe-inspiring and meticulous. The sets that were built for the film tell just as much of the story by just existing as do the dialogue and the actors.

Parasite is an absolute must-see. If it is in a theater near you, take the opportunity to enjoy this spectacle on the big screen. Do not read any spoilers. Go into this one knowing as little as possible.… Expand
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shansonpeterJan 29, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 'parasite' A parasite is a living organism that receives nutrients from the host body And parasites are not good for the host body
What if two parasite organisms come together in one host body? .this is what the 'Bong joon Ho' put forward to us .the main theme of film is Characteristics of Human Beings Changing their circumstances.

Reality is that after all, more than half the species on Earth are parasites, and most organisms are host to a number of them.

kim ki- taek is a poor man who lives in a basement home with 4 of his family members.the only family income is Proceeds from pizza cover making.One evening at dinner, a friend of Kim Ki-woo's (Kim Ki-woo is Ki Taek's son) came to visit ki-woo and he gifted his grandfather's a collection stone to them and forward a job opportunity to ki-woo. Ki-woo makes a fake certificate and looks forward to that job, and then he starts teaching Mr. and Mrs. Park's daughter in their home permanently. da hye fall in love with ki -woo

Mrs. Park's son da - song
He is a child of disobedience but he is highly talented of drawing
Ki-woo sees this as an opportunity and recommends his own sister as a drawing teacher and an art therapist, But really, she’s not one of these and she also enters the house.

Kim ki - taek tells his family "rich people are realy gullible"
The two Kims plan to dismantle Mr. Park's driver and appoint their father as the driver, and then the entire Kim family together plan to disband the hose keeper. Kim's wife comes to the house of the park's housekeeper, and they all continue to work
It is here that the name of the film becomes a make sense  
Kim's family life goes well in that house. One day Mr. Park's family goes on a camping trip because tomorrow is his son's birthday
Kim's family gathers at Mr. Park's house that night, unbeknownst to Park
Suddenly, the former house keeper gets there and changes the story of the entire course That night, everyone in the house changes their lives.
If I say anything more about this movie, it will affect the enjoyment of the film.

Bong joon ho was able to make the screenplay of the film nuancly crafted Everything that comes out of this movie is interconnected, even a stone.

Kang ho song's performance as ki - taek is subtle.The acting of kang's physically and mentally embracing the mannerism of the character is commendable.
The storyline, which goes on as usual, is as terrifying as it gets near the end of the story.

The director was able to intensify all the situations in the film, and he is worthy of applause.
(example :Ki - taek tells to Mrs. park that your house keeper has TB.
the housekeeper takes a coughing when Ki - taek and Mrs.park steps up the stairs then the camera focus toward Mrs.park's face The director edits those scenes into Slowmotion)… Expand
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shewolfJan 31, 2020
perfect and heartbreaking. i just love it. its so professional and well done
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AsclepiusFeb 10, 2020
I had this in my queue to watch for a couple weeks now, but the recent Oscar win forced my hand. I can definitely see why critics and voters liked this film, and I don't think there will be much dissent from the common viewer. It is certainlyI had this in my queue to watch for a couple weeks now, but the recent Oscar win forced my hand. I can definitely see why critics and voters liked this film, and I don't think there will be much dissent from the common viewer. It is certainly the best I saw in 2019.… Expand
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BruterakeFeb 25, 2022
Mas todo filme coreano era meia bomba pra mim, até eu ver esse daqui mesmo com essas atuação exagerada deles o filme é muito legal e todo mundo que eu recomendei gostou tb se eu tivesse como colocar figurinha do Will ia ser o "Poético"
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phhr530Feb 9, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Parasite was a brilliant movie with incredible characters who develop throughout the whole story. The theme of class struggle was exhibited extremely well. The lower class people were placed physically lower than the richer people. The basement of the rich home also houses a poor Man who is separated from them by multiple flights of stairs. The poor people’s homes are flooded by the literal waste of the rich homes. As the Ki family physically gets higher and higher, their social status does too. The higher they go the more their personalities change also. They end up fighting a family who is in a very similar situation to them. The members of the Ki family have changed their personalities so much they now act like they are rich and threaten to call the police on them. The film tries to show how wealth changes people and does it very well. Just like the title implies, having wealth is like a parasite that grows and grows once it gets it grip on someone. The Ki family his ok with pushing other families down as long as it means they stay comfortable in their newly gained wealth.

The film also does a great job of illustrating how the rage in Mr. Kim grows throughout the film. The rich family says they hate the smell of him and essentially poor people as a whole. They say they smell like the subway. Then as Mr. Kim returns to work after having his home flooded by the rainfall, the rich mother says that the rain was a blessing and that it made for such a great day. Then Mr. Park reminds Mr. Kim that he is being paid and is an employee not a friend. The final straw comes when Mr. Park holds his nose when he gets near Mr. Kim while trying to retrieve his keys. Mr. Kim then stabs him in anger. This is a representation of how rich people treat poor people with so much disdain and poor people one day won’t be able to take it any more.

The cinematography was really good as well. There were so many small details that made the movie great. One great example of this was when the homes were flooding, the lights blinked SOS in Morse code.… Expand
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ErgokaptanFeb 10, 2020
En başta film nasıl ilerleyecek diye sıkıldım.Fakat izledikçe ilginç olmaya başladı.Çok farklı enteresan ve güzel bir kurgusu var. Beklenmedik bi başyapıt izledim.10/10
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Rodelg9Feb 13, 2020
La película logra construir a sus personajes de forma perfecta, casa uno tiene un propósito una motivación y una personalidad única, el director consigue hacer una cruda representación de las diferencias sociales en el mundo, aunque sea unaLa película logra construir a sus personajes de forma perfecta, casa uno tiene un propósito una motivación y una personalidad única, el director consigue hacer una cruda representación de las diferencias sociales en el mundo, aunque sea una película koreana está película habla un idioma universal… Expand
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fridayonionFeb 14, 2020
The perfect example of contemporary art. Easily digestible for the masses, as it's a very entertaining film, but also extremely important and complex for those who seek more than just a way to spend 2 hours of their lives. And that createsThe perfect example of contemporary art. Easily digestible for the masses, as it's a very entertaining film, but also extremely important and complex for those who seek more than just a way to spend 2 hours of their lives. And that creates the confusion of "good, but overrated", because this film is art disguised in common clothes.Therefore it became mainstream, and a lot more people that look for fast-food cinema ended up watching it. So obviously they cannot understand where the 10/10 and the 100% are coming from. Their confusion is justified. But just because you are not qualified enough to get it, doesn't mean it's trash or "overrated".

Even though I adore this film, I only suggest it ti people that I know can and will appreciate it. It's a shame to watch this film through the eyes of a Marvel/DC-fanboy. So if you're not into this kind of cinema, better stay away. Don't jump into the train just because it's "in" atm. However, if you like an extremely funny, impeccably made and thought provoking film, that will stay with you for days after you watched it, and you are ready to actually concentrate and pay attention to details, then what the **** are you doing? Go watch it right now!… Expand
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kimk23Feb 15, 2020
A timeless Masterpiece, a review wouldn’t do this film proper justice, just go watch it.
Well deserving of its four oscars in Best Picture, Directing, International Feature Film and Writing (Original Screenplay). Still i am a bit dissapointedA timeless Masterpiece, a review wouldn’t do this film proper justice, just go watch it.
Well deserving of its four oscars in Best Picture, Directing, International Feature Film and Writing (Original Screenplay). Still i am a bit dissapointed that non of the cast was even nominated for acting. All around gripping and mesmerizing preformances & plot.… Expand
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FwedpatFeb 16, 2020
Absolute masterpiece, worth anybodies time. I see a small amount of people complaining about violence or sexual content, but to really have a good look at society you cannot shy away from the more gruesome sides of people.
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emilepelletierFeb 16, 2020
Bong Joon-ho continues to establish himself as one of the most original working directors with this multi-layered dark comedy
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AnilDGFeb 17, 2020
The hype behind this move is deserved. Went into see it thinking it was likely just another overrated movie but delighted to be proven completely wrong. It's best to go in and see it not knowing anything about it and to just enjoy the ride. AThe hype behind this move is deserved. Went into see it thinking it was likely just another overrated movie but delighted to be proven completely wrong. It's best to go in and see it not knowing anything about it and to just enjoy the ride. A fantastic movie with a brilliant screenplay, shot composition and a cast that nail their characters so well that despite the move being subbed, every emotion and story turn is easily understood and beautifully delivered. One of the best movies I have seen in many a year. You won't stop talking about it afterwards!… Expand
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Al1554Feb 19, 2020
Brilliantly depicts the class division in today’s society and how we subconsciously view others based on monetary worth.
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Bchusi11Feb 19, 2020
A masterpiece that’s even better on second viewing. The score and editing in this movie is underrated and needs more recognition.
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Dcuniverse101Feb 19, 2020
An amazing suspense thrilling dark comedy that left me in awe at the end. This film will stay with long after viewing.
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JkjmFeb 21, 2020
It is the best film I have ever seen, because it works with the raw truth, a true teaching for human beings to have more compassion for others and that greed does not get anyone anywhere
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DipanshuFeb 22, 2020
This is fantastic and it will never bore you Awesome movie.. you must watch
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SpacemanGaryFeb 26, 2020
Masterpiece is putting it lightly. This is the best movie of the last 10 years, if not the last 20. We're all parasites.
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FRETIYRMar 2, 2020
Parasite is the best movie of 2019, it is a great black comedy and a social satire. This is a masterpiece from the master film-maker Bong Joon-Ho and the best to see in the world of cinema. It's violent but also gives out positive messagesParasite is the best movie of 2019, it is a great black comedy and a social satire. This is a masterpiece from the master film-maker Bong Joon-Ho and the best to see in the world of cinema. It's violent but also gives out positive messages (15+), and also it has won many awards so far such as BEST PICTURE and BEST ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY so I say it's a must to see and it's very great.… Expand
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MovieFanBelgiumMar 17, 2020
What a great film! parasite is for sure one of the best movies i have ever seen! this movie had a fantastic/original story and an ending that i didn't see coming ! my score 100%
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marshallonfilm_May 21, 2020
“You know what kind of plan never fails? No plan. No plan at all. You know why? Because life cannot be planned. Look around you. Did you think these people made a plan to sleep in the sports hall with you? But here we are now, sleeping“You know what kind of plan never fails? No plan. No plan at all. You know why? Because life cannot be planned. Look around you. Did you think these people made a plan to sleep in the sports hall with you? But here we are now, sleeping together on the floor. So, there's no need for a plan. You can't go wrong with no plans. We don't need to make a plan for anything. It doesn't matter what will happen next. Even if the country gets destroyed or sold out, nobody cares. Got it?” … Expand
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Thedeadguy06Apr 19, 2020
A fantastic showcase of the power of cinema, in a beautifully shot and edited film that uses these cinematic tools to move forward a gripping plot and a powerful message.
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RedphoneMar 23, 2020
Honestly, this movie is an argument for why people shouldn’t ignore foreign films. The story of class struggle and the difference between the rich and poor is timeless and very universal, the characters all feel like real people, and theHonestly, this movie is an argument for why people shouldn’t ignore foreign films. The story of class struggle and the difference between the rich and poor is timeless and very universal, the characters all feel like real people, and the movie is good at keeping up the suspense and drama without being melodramatic.

Do make sure that if you watch this with subtitles that they are good subtitles that are large and are a colour that won’t blend in with backgrounds - I watch this as a PPV and the subtitles were these tiny white ones that disappeared into light coloured dogs, floors, and walls and this is a movie where you need to know what characters are saying.… Expand
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Mina2578Mar 27, 2020
Groundbreaking and genre-defying, Parasite is undoubtedly a integral landmark in cinema history.
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loremMar 31, 2020
An extremely surprising movie, impeccably made, with an original story and an unsettling atmosphere.
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VP_zero___Mar 30, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very hard film with many different ways of thinking about other peoples in social… Expand
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bradens584Dec 20, 2020
Brilliant. Absolutely brilliant. The social commentary is incredibly relevant and will resonate with you long after viewing. It’s probably the best social commentary in a film I’ve seen. The cinematography is great, with deep symbolism andBrilliant. Absolutely brilliant. The social commentary is incredibly relevant and will resonate with you long after viewing. It’s probably the best social commentary in a film I’ve seen. The cinematography is great, with deep symbolism and meaning in every shot. The writing is amazing, with great performances and characters. The film follows the Kim family, a poor family of four, who begin to leech off of the Park family, a naive rich family, by slowly taking over their house. It’s a terrific film, with so many pertinent lines of dialogue and overarching themes, complemented by a story filled to the brim with thought provoking allegory. I couldn’t recommend this film enough.… Expand
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ElectroheadApr 29, 2020
Parasite is about as close to 'perfection' that you can get. The movie successfully blends multiple genres and is a masterpiece of cinematography. The director is constantly and subtly feeding you important information in cool and interestingParasite is about as close to 'perfection' that you can get. The movie successfully blends multiple genres and is a masterpiece of cinematography. The director is constantly and subtly feeding you important information in cool and interesting ways, which makes the eventual twists and turns feel natural and earned.

The less you know about this movie before watching; the better. It's easily one of the best films I've ever seen.… Expand
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zoldickJan 13, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. With a great mundial attention, Parasite surprise evertyone win 4 orcars against favorites movies like 1917 (Sam Mendes) and The Irishman (Martin Scorcese), and all of this is not for nothing: Parasite is a refletion about politics scenario about misery, social inequality and other social problems that aren't be seen, mainly in a country like South Korea that is always showed like a technology and science power without any social problem (that is deny in Bong Joon-ho film). Like as all movie that talk about humanities contrast and inequality, Parasite is a relation between Kim family and Park family: the fisrt lives in a house basement and the second family lives in a beautiful and big mansion in a elite neighbourhood. In addition focus in scenes that show the both ambients, the movie has another way to show the inequality between Kim and Park: Kim and Park are two of three of most popular and communs surnamens is South Korea, however, Kim is most commun (21% of koreans) than Park (9%). The contrast in the reality not only in South Korea, but alround the world, is not realized by Kim family when they are work in many funtions in Park mansion, as like they are part of the Park family. The lack of class awareness in a group that feel privileged by an elite that always oppressed is showed when Choong-sook say "she isn't poor" to Moon-gwang, the last Park housekepper, when she founds Moon-gwang's husband in basement. There'is a discussion about is the "parasite" in movie is about Kim family, that lives in Park home illegaly, or about Park family, that explore the work of Kim with the inequality. Actuallity, the parasite is about the actions of the both family and, in same time, is the envy, the greed and the preconception that kill Kim- jeong and Nathan Park. Therefore, Parasite has a many interpretations about an only mensage All of the adventure vivenced by Kim started with a rock brought by Min, Ki-woo's friend, that is an amulet very commun in asian countries that bring lucky to families. This object is very important to undestand the movie because many events in movies is about it and it construct slowly the social context of movie: The first event is a Choong-sook commentary when Min brings the amulet, when she say: "It would be better if is was food", showing that the basic necessites is most importante than religion. The second event is when Ki-woo go down the basement to give the amulet to Moon-gwang and Geun-sae like a gift, but the man almost kill the boy blow to the head, and the third, and the last, event about this amulet is when the rock is returned to river, like Kim family is returned to misery after the happening in Dae-song party. In any moment in the movie, the amulet is showed like a religious object that can save somebody of poorness and misery, but is showed only like a material object, the same manner that capitalism sees the world and the same manner that inequality and poorness is in the world, a fisical and real problem. As Kim-Ki-taek said: "That's the reason that people can't be have a plan. Without plan, nothing can't be wrong".… Expand
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TIE-DefenderMay 11, 2020
A benchmark I will measure future films with. The most epic masterpiece I've ever seen.
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dame4lyfeMay 22, 2020
This movie didn't disappoint! Everything felt original and it took a disturbing twist towards the end. The theme of the movie was clear from the get go! Overall great movie and I would watch again!
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VulticosMay 18, 2020
Amazing. This movie is so many genres at the same time. Drama, thriller, comedy.
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ProfAmateurAug 4, 2021
Die Aufmachung des Films ist sehr gut. Interessante Sozialkritik. Gegen Ende wird es immer bluter (etwas zu blutig in meinem Geschmack) und der Schluss an sich doch etwas sehr an den Haaren herbeigezogen.
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AndrewHordMay 29, 2020
I like it very much!Finally,Bong-Joon-Ho was noticed by huge number of people.He deserves to be checked.This films is very great,but still not his best.It touches serious problems of South Korea and not only Korea.Film attracts watchers byI like it very much!Finally,Bong-Joon-Ho was noticed by huge number of people.He deserves to be checked.This films is very great,but still not his best.It touches serious problems of South Korea and not only Korea.Film attracts watchers by its lightness of watching ,even though,it is very serious work.… Expand
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r3vbossJun 5, 2020
It manages to shift genres effortlessly all while getting across it's large agenda, heavy with symbolism and metaphors throughout critiquing capitalism and overall it's a blast and a thrill ride to watch. Although there is no guarantee thisIt manages to shift genres effortlessly all while getting across it's large agenda, heavy with symbolism and metaphors throughout critiquing capitalism and overall it's a blast and a thrill ride to watch. Although there is no guarantee this is for you I think it still deserves a watch… Expand
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pur__0_0__Apr 20, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Normally I'm not much into Korean entertainment. The only Korean entertainment I have ever consumed is PUBG. So I didn't know what to expect when I begun watching this film. I saw it with a blank slate, with no preformed opinion whatsoever. The only time I had seen a Korean film before was The Train to Busan, and that too is made by Bong Joon-Ho. I had watched it from somewhere in the middle when it was coming on TV. So in a way we can consider this is the first Korean film that I watched.

Parasite is a film that makes us feel uncomfortable on purpose. It makes us think what we will do in a situation like this. The Kim family is in a desparate need of money, and the son in the house gets a fake degree to teach at a rich family's house. He learns about the whole family and slowly manipulates the mistress of the house into hiring his other family members over there. Afterwards the family starts getting the already existing servants fired over false accusations and completely takes over the house.

Things don't go too well for the Kim family, as one day they decide to live in the mansion while the Park family is away. And then the previous cook comes back and finds out that all of them are the members of the same family. To hide this, they fight and accidentally kill her, and it's at that very moment the Park family comes back.nThey had to hide under their table for the night and then find the perfect opportunity to escape. Later at Dae-Woo's birthday the cook's husband comes out of his hiding and kills Ki-Jung. The family is completely separated, with Ki-Taek hiding in the same basement where the cook's husband was hiding

The only part about this film I don't like is when Ki-Taek kills Mr Park. There are many people defending this part saying that it was the last straw and that Ki-Taek had no more control over his emotions, but this scene would have made sense only if either Ki-Taek was shown to be mentally unstable from the beginning, or if Mr Park hated Ki-Taek for some really deep reason other than his body smell. Nothing justifies his this act. But other than that I liked everything about this movie - the uneasy feelings that it was able to invoke, the acting, the dialogues, the story most of all, everything is phenomenal.

Parasite completely lives up to being the Oscar winner that it is. Although it's for a mature audience, I won't mind showing it to someone who hasn't watched it already. It's a masterpiece that deserves the popularity it got and Bong Joon-Ho shall be remembered for it for days to come.… Expand
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Onlyclassicvg1Sep 17, 2022
This film noir portrait of corruption and morally-compromised obsessions stars Welles as Hank Quinlan, a crooked police chief who frames a Mexican youth as part of an intricate criminal plot. Charlton Heston plays an honorable MexicanThis film noir portrait of corruption and morally-compromised obsessions stars Welles as Hank Quinlan, a crooked police chief who frames a Mexican youth as part of an intricate criminal plot. Charlton Heston plays an honorable Mexican narcotics investigator who clashes with the bigoted Quinlan after probing into his dark past. A memorable… Expand
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splinterMXJun 24, 2020
The best of the year in every aspect. Editing, story, directing. Social critique and fun.
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urbannedJun 26, 2020
Although a bit crazy, I still had fun watching "Parasite". The movie tackles with a bouquet of emotions that keep you engaged until the end while highlighting social division in the most entertaining way possible.
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GoobisJul 8, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A must see! This movie is entertaining from beginning to end. Whether it's the family smartly infiltrating the house. To their heart pounding escape from the house when the family unexpectedly returns. Every character plays their role extremely well, giving this movie life. It's one of the best movies I've seen this year.… Expand
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gamingmachineryJul 14, 2020
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dmturnerJul 29, 2020
A masterpiece. Moving and funny movie with a lot to say about the class system in modern society.
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EmroseAug 17, 2020
Absolutely stunning from start to finish. It’s even better the second time you watch it...
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geewahJan 21, 2022
A clever, original story that intertwines drama, comedy and thriller elements brilliantly along with a heavy dose of social commentary.
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AuthoJan 17, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The reason this movie is so good is because of its symbols. Without symbols, a movie can never reach the depths of emotion that it might. The rock, for example, is a really good symbol. I think it represents the family's aspirations for wealth, and also represents a blessing that will bring them wealth (as Min said). It becomes a powerful metaphor when you see the basement dwelling guy use it to bash Ki-woo (the son)'s head. What I think this means is that poor people often sabotage other poor people's chances for wealth (the basement dweller trying to kill Ki-woo). And sometimes it's our own dreams (like the rock) that destroy us. The metaphor becomes even more meaningful when you see that the rock was fake (as rocks can't float in water, yet this rock floated in the sewage when the house was flooded), meaning that the "blessing that was going to give them material wealth" was never actually going to happen. This poor family will stay poor forever, as Ki-taek (the father) represents. Ki-taek was constantly reminded of his place in society by his smell. No matter how much he tried to fit in with the rich family as their driver, he always smelled bad. And that solidified his place as a poor person. When Mr. Park (the rich family's father) was going to get the keys from under the basement dweller's body, he was absolutely repulsed by the smell of poverty that the basement dweller emitted. Ki-taek, with his daughter (and the family's only chance of being rich, as she was the only one who fit in with the rich people) dying beneath him, finally snapped at seeing this aversion to the smell of poor people. Because to Ki-taek, this disgust that Mr. Park displayed towards the "poor smell", represented the disgust that Mr. Park had for poor people. Including him. So he killed him out of rage and desperation. These are just some of the symbols in Parasite.
There were also other good elements in the movie. The acting, suspense, plot, visual design, sound design and camerawork were all great. But the symbols, for me, are what solidify the movie's rating as a 10. In the words of Ki-woo, "Wow, this is so metaphorical."… Expand
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AJ_13Jan 11, 2021
Definitely the best film of 2019, and one of the top Best Picture winners ever.
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esvatorJan 22, 2021
It's an interesting movie, hard to compare to anything else. It has its own unique style. Thrilling and funny at the same time. Has some society critical messages included. Anyway the characters and plot don't feel comprehensible. It's anIt's an interesting movie, hard to compare to anything else. It has its own unique style. Thrilling and funny at the same time. Has some society critical messages included. Anyway the characters and plot don't feel comprehensible. It's an interestic movie but no 'must see' for me. Overall I can't understand this huge hype at all, even so I am a big fan of movies with an unexpectable plot.… Expand
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jgisooFeb 14, 2021
I can undoubtedly say Parasite was one of the most touching movies I have watched. I was not expecting a foreign language, occurring in a foreign society would affect me so much. Since engaging with another society far from your culture isI can undoubtedly say Parasite was one of the most touching movies I have watched. I was not expecting a foreign language, occurring in a foreign society would affect me so much. Since engaging with another society far from your culture is rather perplexing especially in a movie But, every element of this movie was so well put together that dragged the audience from the beginning to the end without a blink. The ending was not maybe what viewers anticipated from the beginning, but it wasn't too far out of sight either. The soundtracks were meticulously composed with a purpose for each scene to convey the emotion that the director wants to the audience. Because Parasite has played with all my emotions from happiness to sorrow throughout the film and the soundtracks along with the actors were exceptional in deliberating this story to us. This movie pictures the extreme gap between the classes in a society. The story begins with a family who is struggling to make ends meet by folding pizza boxes and selling them and live in half of the basement in a very poor neighbourhood. Their son is taking over a friend's job to teach English in a very wealthy house. The family one by one find their way into the wealthy family household by working for them, from cook to chauffeur. The movie started as a comedy then shifts to a thriller, drama and eventually a bit of horror. The movie is shedding light on the problems of society that is rarely talked about. It has made me realize there are struggles in the society that we don't see. The working poor and underclass are not right in front of us. We are all living in one place, but they are the ones who have to crumple in half a basement with the very poor living condition. TIf you want an eye-opening movie that shows you the brutalities of a capitalist world, then this is the movie for you. It makes you wonder what else is happening in a society that you have no slightest idea? It gives you insights into rarely discussed struggles in societies that don't care much about the poor. I don't want to spoil it more than I did already, but I have deeply been thinking about the effect of society on people. What one might do to reach the top? How much this gap between classes put pressure on lower classes? This movie has brilliantly pictured the answer to these questions.… Expand
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CarlMoonFeb 22, 2021
It is one of the best movies I have seen in the last five years. With a well structured script, the film does not lose sight of its message by telling an entertaining and uncomfortable story at the same time.
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10
Hendo250Apr 13, 2021
this movies is a 10 this movies is a 10 this movies is a 10 this movies is a 10
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D_REXMar 31, 2021
this film is something else personally i think its the best film of 2019
All the characters have dept and the story is unbelievable but the acting makes it seem absolutely possible. great
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JafsBrazilApr 29, 2021
phenomenal, involves all genres of cinema, and in a fantastic way; like I’ve never seen before.
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10
aktasakinardaJun 1, 2021
Very nice. İnteresting story, good acting. You should watch this. You will not regret.
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