Parasite
CJ Entertainment | Release Date: October 11, 2019
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10
KuggzFeb 13, 2020
This movie covers all the film genres as well as all the themes of our lives it is truly amazing although I could see it going over the heads of closed minded people.
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SylamanJan 7, 2020
Good movie to spend an evening with your friends. A little comedy here is fine, but you won't laugh a lot.
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10
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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5
Daniel_PopescuFeb 13, 2020
A disappointing (shocking, absurd, illogical) ending to a classic yet beautifully constructed plot. For me, this is “the movie that could have been”. Or “the glass half full”. At half point, the story gets so complicated that there is no wayA disappointing (shocking, absurd, illogical) ending to a classic yet beautifully constructed plot. For me, this is “the movie that could have been”. Or “the glass half full”. At half point, the story gets so complicated that there is no way of redressing it. Pity.… Expand
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BHBarryOct 20, 2019
“Parasite” is a South Korean film co-written and directed by Joon-ho Bong. It tells the story of two families whose fates and directions intersect and become interwined in a series of plot twists and turns that sometimes boggle the ability of“Parasite” is a South Korean film co-written and directed by Joon-ho Bong. It tells the story of two families whose fates and directions intersect and become interwined in a series of plot twists and turns that sometimes boggle the ability of the viewer to enjoy the film. This is a movie that just can’t seem to make up its mind…is it a comedy…or is it a tragedy…or is it both. Also confusing and somewhat annoying are the English titles that seem to clash against and appear inconsistent with the words being spoken by the actors. At a minimum this recurring inconsistency between the titles and the spoken words became for this writer, at least, a major distraction.

Rarely have I seen a film receive such unwarranted and undeserving praise and accolade by the critics who I can’t believe saw the same movie I did. I found the scenes in the film to be drawn out and the movie itself to be unnecessarily long, again the penalty for having the writer/director charged with editing (or failing to edit) his own work product. I give the film a 5.0 rating and recommend it to anyone looking for a nice nap in a movie house..… Expand
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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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7
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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ManWhoGamesOct 18, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Terrifying film- such a suspenseful way to learn that poor people exist. Thankfully now I know better than to trust the poors, who I know from this movie will not only infiltrate my home and live in my basement like bridge trolls, but also knife me to death if I make fun of how they smell.… 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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romathJan 14, 2020
Korean satire about social class differences turns into slapstick comedy implicitly contemptuous of working class and poor as schemers, scammers and pointlessly violent. That is, pointless relative to the social class satire it seeks toKorean satire about social class differences turns into slapstick comedy implicitly contemptuous of working class and poor as schemers, scammers and pointlessly violent. That is, pointless relative to the social class satire it seeks to portray. The film ends with a stereotypical working class dream, stereotypical from the standpoint of the wealthy. The last half of the film drags. Well filmed and acted, it is nonetheless at its core a vastly overrated movie. Just enough for wealthier liberals to feel a bit good, to think there's something here that isn't.… Expand
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mintloFeb 12, 2020
It didn't do anything for me. I didn't find it compelling, funny, didn't like any of the characters. I heard all this hype about the movie - not my cup of tea l.
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KiraseFeb 21, 2022
Slightly overrated but nonetheless a great movie.
Must see.
Nine out of ten.
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6
QuartzcatJun 6, 2020
Over rated. Thin story. Thin premise. Disagree with the heaps of praise from the critics
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4
Garnerroad1510May 25, 2020
I anticipated greatly watching this movie due to its awards and ratings. I am a fan of foreign and quality non hollywood type movies. Much to my surprize i found this movie boring stupid and unwatchable. I had to stop watching it halfway thru.
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3
umaumaiJan 29, 2020
I’ve been waiting for the hype train to slow down to watch this movie so I could try to go into it without any expectations. I will say everything I’ve heard and read has been very positive about the experience of watching it from friends,I’ve been waiting for the hype train to slow down to watch this movie so I could try to go into it without any expectations. I will say everything I’ve heard and read has been very positive about the experience of watching it from friends, users and critics alike. I’ve seen all of Joon-Ho Bong’s films and while I’ve never out right hated any of them, I’ve never thought that they were for me. They tend to be unpleasant and have an obsession with being locked away both physically and emotionally from the outside world. This movie is probably the one I’ve liked the least on first viewing. I didn’t feel like any character was particularly clever and no one had any redeeming qualities. In the end I just didn’t care what happened to anyone in the movie. While that seems to be what Bong is trying to incite, the main thrust of the movie was just too boring and left me unimpressed.… Expand
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Sobergirl6Feb 1, 2020
There we things that I liked about the movie and things I didn't. It was interesting and the actors were very good. The choreography was very good as well. But the story was slow and drawn out. I wish there pace was faster and more urgent.
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4
bwad3000Feb 9, 2020
Disappointingly overrated - the screenplay and directing was frequently painfully heavy-handed and awkwardly overzealous in its attempts to be a meaningful and important film about class. Reading though Korean explanations about the attemptsDisappointingly overrated - the screenplay and directing was frequently painfully heavy-handed and awkwardly overzealous in its attempts to be a meaningful and important film about class. Reading though Korean explanations about the attempts at symbolism in the film that non-Koreans would miss reinforced this conclusion. But the film is worth watching for some well-acted scenes depicting different levels of Korean life which were enjoyable.… Expand
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gxm143Feb 8, 2020
Not at all impressed. Whether sad or uplifting, or both, I want to leave the theatre with a new perspective on life. Parasite left me flat, in spite of trying too hard to capture me. I was hoping we would be blessed with 2 consecutive OscarNot at all impressed. Whether sad or uplifting, or both, I want to leave the theatre with a new perspective on life. Parasite left me flat, in spite of trying too hard to capture me. I was hoping we would be blessed with 2 consecutive Oscar winners - Green Book and 1917- made to simultaneously entertain and enlighten audiences. Now I fear that the artsy crowd has its "The Artist", "Birdman", and "No Country for Old Men", unwatchable trash that won't rate higher than a test pattern on overnight TV. If Parasite wins Best Picture, might as well put sticks of bubble gum in next year's envelopes.… Expand
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marbie73Jan 29, 2020
I have heard film critics rave about this movie since the Cannes movie festival in May of 2019.I have to say I was quite disappointed by this film.I thought the first hour was slow and quite average.There was one great 10 minute scene in thisI have heard film critics rave about this movie since the Cannes movie festival in May of 2019.I have to say I was quite disappointed by this film.I thought the first hour was slow and quite average.There was one great 10 minute scene in this movie but after that the film just falls apart.I have to say that Parasite and The Irishman were two critics favorites that I thought were mediocre films.… Expand
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Fatbond0007Feb 17, 2020
What a waste of time. Can't see what everyone is going on about. The synopsis is very vague and so is the film, as nothing happens and everything is blown out of proportion and nothing is explained or makes any sense.
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Bruno_Online_25Aug 26, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Vou ser honesto, até a metade do filme estava me divertindo com a tensão gerada, me parecia uma comédia estranha mas não conseguia parar de ver. Depois que somos apresentados ao personagem que vivia secretamente na mansão o filme no meu ponto de vista desandou de vez, a família parasita sofreu muito menos consequências que a outra que estava sendo sugada(a conclusão do filme é seja um parasita, você vai sofrer menos que ricos burros?), pra mim quem mais sofreu as consequências foi o filho de apenas 5 anos que não tinha nada a ver com a história, além disso tive a impressão que muitos momentos só existiram pra matar tempo, como por exemplo o filho desconfiar, entender o código morse e pra que isso serviu PRA NADA, só enrolou e fez gerar expectativas.
Mais pro final do filme, senti o fator enrolação de novo com a cena da compra da mansão e era apenas a imaginação.
O filme ainda quis fazer uma cena bonitinha do filho entendendo o código morse do pai dentro da mansão, mas a cena foi até longa, ele teria que estar passando exatamente a mesma mensagem que duraria pelo menos uma hora todos os dias pra talvez um dia alguém entender e fora o fato que já não tinha a menor empatia com essa família parasita pra me comover com essa cena bonitinha.
Sei lá, vejo esse filme sendo amado pela crítica mas eu não gostei e o personagem que achei mais legal, no caso o filho de pais ricos teve seu pai morto em sua frente durante seu aniversário, fora o fato de que ele já sofria por ter visto um fantasma que na verdade era outro parasita que morava secretamente em sua casa.… Expand
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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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SilverplaneNov 15, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A really interesting premise and first half is squandered in the second half as red herring plot points are dangled before us, then discarded in favour of an incongruous, stabby finale.… Expand
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August49Feb 10, 2020
Gratuitous sex, totally unnecessary to the plot...excessive violence, again not really necessary to the plot. The story was interesting but not compelling. Cannot live up to high expectations for an oscar-winning best film.
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OlivierPielJan 26, 2020
Incredibly overrated. It is basically a Korean take on the Japanese movie "shoplifters", that tries so hard for satire with exagerated characters, scenes and plot lines. The goal is to shock not to create real art.
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dpromanoJan 1, 2020
The first hours of Parasite is a whirlwind of fun, fascinating, and engaging ideas. Beautiful and inspiring cinematography. The second hour, plus, devolves into a repetitive, rude, ignorant, and self-absorbed malfunction of a movie andThe first hours of Parasite is a whirlwind of fun, fascinating, and engaging ideas. Beautiful and inspiring cinematography. The second hour, plus, devolves into a repetitive, rude, ignorant, and self-absorbed malfunction of a movie and screenplay. Bong should have stopped while he was ahead.… Expand
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Naz34Feb 18, 2020
Parasite is the most overrated Oscar winner of all time and apparently nobody is allowed to discuss the flaws, plot holes, and very problematic subtext without being harassed. I am Asian. I will discuss this more later. Least deserving BPParasite is the most overrated Oscar winner of all time and apparently nobody is allowed to discuss the flaws, plot holes, and very problematic subtext without being harassed. I am Asian. I will discuss this more later. Least deserving BP winner ever.… Expand
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DevilTriggerFeb 11, 2020
I don’t understand this movie at all. Pardon me If I’m not a millennial. But movies that revolve around politics really bore me.
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stefankazimirApr 20, 2020
Overrated movie,are the oscars about politics or about movies nowdays,i just don’t know anymore.
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electronicoffeeMar 3, 2020
I'm a huge fan of Joon-ho Bong's works. The Host and Mother are two of my all time favorite films. Not even joking. Mother made me cry more than any movie ever has. That said, this movie sucks. Beautifully shot but terrible pacing, acting,I'm a huge fan of Joon-ho Bong's works. The Host and Mother are two of my all time favorite films. Not even joking. Mother made me cry more than any movie ever has. That said, this movie sucks. Beautifully shot but terrible pacing, acting, scripting, and really seems to care more about shoving class differences down your throat and focusing on shock value over actual storytelling.… Expand
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FelpsGPApr 1, 2020
Parasite starts very well and really get's your attention but after the plot starts to "develop', it goes from amusing to absurd. The ilogical, violent and disapointing ending does not match the clever plot of the beggining.
The charactersParasite starts very well and really get's your attention but after the plot starts to "develop', it goes from amusing to absurd. The ilogical, violent and disapointing ending does not match the clever plot of the beggining.
The characters are shallowly presented and inconsistent at times. The sister, Da-hye (jung Ji-so) is the best written and also has the best performance, wich makes her the only character I really cared about. Ki-woo, or Kevin is presented to us as a smart guy at the beginning but suddenly, after the first hour or so, he seens extremely dull.
the camera work is great and deserves a mention.… Expand
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ThomassJan 18, 2020
Basically bad to very bad. Humorous first half turns violent and disgusting. I get that it’s railing against the system, but do we really need buckets of blood to say that? Would avoid .
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fckrianjohnsonJan 15, 2020
Overrated AF,the first half of this movies is amazing but then becomes just unfunny and predictable.
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Vasi78Feb 15, 2020
Boring
Worst movie I have seen all year, people who said good reviews need to wake up
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HenrynatorNov 25, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es una película buena, pero sobrevalorada. Pensé que había algo más oculto en la película que no me había dado cuenta, así que busqué más información y reviews, pero no hay nada más. La verdad es una película que entretiene, a pesar de ser muy larga, pero no tiene nada especial. No es de sorprender que esté tan sobrevalorada por la crítica, porque la crítica ha evolucionado para mal, ahora son más doble-moral que nunca, estigmatizan unas películas y sobrevaloran otras. Entonces, yo recomiendo que la vean y saquen sus conclusiones, pero hay tantos cabos sueltos en la película, que es absurda, además la película lleva una línea interesante, a la cual se le da un giro inesperado, muy bueno, pero el hilo inicial se pierde, luego comenzamos a ver un montón de cosas agregadas que tampoco es normal, muy absurdas diría yo. :::Alerta de Spoiler:::
El final es totalmente estúpido, el asesinato al padre del niño por un gesto, se supo que pasaría en ese momento por la tensión de la película, ¿Pero no es totalmente absurdo?. Nunca hubo algo que hablara del resentimiento del señor por su condición, así que fue algo sin base, además ¿A dónde se iría a esconder? Hasta un niño de 5 años pudo deducirlo, pero no la policía, al parecer son muy ineptos en esa ciudad. Pero no en colmo con eso, añaden una parte final de un supuesto futuro, en el que el mejor plan para recuperar a su padre y dejarlo impune, es hacerse millonario y comprar la casa donde está escondido; La idea más idiota de todas.… Expand
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NoH8rsApr 9, 2020
Movie wasn't that great. Weird bad overacting, overhyped, cheesy and predictable story. Far from a masterpiece. Money buys awards now.
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DirodiJul 22, 2020
Me esperaba más, después de todo lo que se ha dicho sobre esta película.Una comedia que intenta meter la diferencia social y de clase y poco más.
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hyunwest123Feb 19, 2022
didnt like it. i can see why its a good movie but its just wasnt my cup of coffee.
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getoffmytitMay 14, 2021
Way too shallow and savage to be funny, there's no meaningful message underlying so it adds nothing to awareness. Boring and psychopathic.
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JWalshJan 5, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Did I watch the parody of the "Parasites" movie that gets such glorious reviews? The rich family had believable characters, but all the grifters in the story were absolutely not believable. The brutally graphic ending was comical, an over exaggerated blood bath mirroring the graphic ending in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (which by the way I loved). The scene was just that absurd. If I had gone solo, I'd have walked out. As it was, I had to force myself to stay with my date as the urge to leave kept waving over me.… Expand
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netflicOct 28, 2019
This is South Korean movie from a famous Korean director Bong Joon Ho.
I saw a few movies made by him, a drama "Mother" and a SciFi "Snowpiercer" and I liked both of them.
This latest movie "Parasite" won the most prestigious prize at CannesThis is South Korean movie from a famous Korean director Bong Joon Ho.
I saw a few movies made by him, a drama "Mother" and a SciFi "Snowpiercer" and I liked both of them.
This latest movie "Parasite" won the most prestigious prize at Cannes festival, Palme d'Or this year. My expectations were mixed: on one hand, both critics and audience *loved* the movie.
On the other hand, it's a black comedy: not my thing.
So I went to see it.
What can I say? Maybe I am missing something here.
I found it not funny at all.
Performances were poor.
The script - ridiculous.
The movie is long: more than two hours. I felt an urge to leave after one hour but I fought it. After an hour and a half I finally left, I could not stand it any longer.
I feel like I am not supposed to rate it since I haven't seen it in its entirety but if I had to, it would be 3 out of 10.
Once again, I am probably missing something here since it is not my genre.
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MarkitozFeb 2, 2020
Simply OVERRATED, first hour it's ok, but the second it's repetitive and boring
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larnkofblackSep 5, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. **** movie let's start first you have the most hate able character and then you say rich people are bad but if they were kind then the main character will steal them and kill the innocent father with family with underage guy who **** underage girl old man lies and of e course female character for sexual reason + the movie have sex moment for no reason and it's for you if you do like the movie you will sex movie moment and this movie isn't comedy it's not at all… Expand
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GreatMartinNov 8, 2019
After 10 minutes I was ready to leave "Parasite" but I can count on one hand how many movies I have walked out on so I decided to stay and find out why word of mouth was being so positive about the film.

Basically it is the story of how aAfter 10 minutes I was ready to leave "Parasite" but I can count on one hand how many movies I have walked out on so I decided to stay and find out why word of mouth was being so positive about the film.

Basically it is the story of how a very poor family of 4, parents, son and daughter scams their way into the home of a very wealthy family of 4 consisting of the parents, daughter and son. Really can't talk about the movie itself without giving spoilers, though none of them jolted and/or surprised me.

The movie is 2 hours and 13 minutes of which 13 minutes could have been cut very easily or spent in explaining some relationships that are sort of glossed over.

"Parasite" takes place in Korea and the differences between the classes are made immediately. The film has subtitles that took me a few minutes to get used to but to which I adapted fairly quickly.

I left the theatre glad I didn't walk out but at the same time I really can't see recommending it while, on the other hand, Allen thought it was a classic whodunit.… Expand
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REAPER007Feb 13, 2020
Another poor-made korean "masterpiece" has been born into this world bringing light of the genius hand of its' makers into unwashed masses, showing true colors of reality, bringing wisdom and ..... freaking clowning.
Just like most of theAnother poor-made korean "masterpiece" has been born into this world bringing light of the genius hand of its' makers into unwashed masses, showing true colors of reality, bringing wisdom and ..... freaking clowning.
Just like most of the korean TV series a.k.a. doramas - this movie is nothing more than an idiotic grimace for the real world/human relationships/money idiology and lots of other stuff which, by passing through the prism of the director, turned into a giant pile of .... (let your imagination work here).
Da movie strips' plot trudges around pathetic attempts of its "geniuuuuus" creators trying to show poor korean folk, more known as "money crased" (dumbasses), on the contrary side bringing the "money elite" which will oppose and confront our parasites and bla-bla. Script - smelling like a bio toilet after its' 1000's usage without being washed nor cleaned, brings tons of ridiculously stupid situations in which characters could make a different (more obvious and more convenient for mentally healthy person) choice that could just cut most of the crap of this movie out, or, numerous scenes obviously overplayed and thus brought to the overstate of their original form, causing my logical tool to erase itself out of the hdd of my brain forever.
Actors bum gang - drastically faking and dramatizing every emotion - feels like this is their first acting exp, which is a common sensation after observing korean doramas, so it's ok ;). But the top of this IQ-deprived company are the arisrocrats. Bossy&pumpous to the point where they become dull, supernaive, and even outistic regarding the situations they're currently in or other characters they're currently interacting with - they performed key roles in this circus of idiots.
...and it was supposed to show realities of life, kick people out of their apathy or at least look like a movie survival manual for modern homo sapiens too lazy/not lucky enough to get a job, but to me it looked like a cheep clowning overexaggerated to the point where it becomes disgusting to watch and can only cause me to put on a dissappointed face and with a deep sigh say "F**CK YOU OSCARS"!
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KpoeticsOct 13, 2019
Disturbing but such a unique story with twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat.
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Eugenes9Aug 16, 2020
Way overrated...the first part was ok but it fell apart afterward...trying too be so called overly creative and funny without any direction...trying to hard to fill over two hours of a lackluster screenplay...what a mess.
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ageofanewJan 8, 2021
The latest installment in the Emperors new clothes. A hideous endeavor thru and thru.
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SoakerCityMar 3, 2020
I was very surprised that this film won the Oscar for Best Film. Its not a great film, just a good one. It started interestingly enough, but moved from amusing and potentially thought-provoking, to melodramatic and violent. I thought it wasI was very surprised that this film won the Oscar for Best Film. Its not a great film, just a good one. It started interestingly enough, but moved from amusing and potentially thought-provoking, to melodramatic and violent. I thought it was all quite pointless in the end. Forgettable, and possibly the worst Oscar selection ever. Crash was a better, more memorable movie that was similarly overrated and won Best Pic. There were numerous better films made in 2019, Joker, 1917, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, First Man....Even whatever Marvel movie came out this year was likely more interesting and memorable. This is not the years best picture, at all, it most likely won the award because the director is "Diverse", much like the sycophancy surrounding Black Panther. The hype is similarly political. This movie is not required watching for any reason. The star of the movie is ruthless Korean housecleaning.… Expand
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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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mrangjunboon017Feb 24, 2020
Your Review Must Be At Least #075 Characters Long. Review: A Mixed Feeling.
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MancselApr 21, 2020
Overrated. Should not have won the Best Picture Oscar. It’s a fair film but doesn’t stay with you. It doesn’t get into your soul. The twist is good but other than that you are supposed to feel sympathy for the poor over the rich, but youOverrated. Should not have won the Best Picture Oscar. It’s a fair film but doesn’t stay with you. It doesn’t get into your soul. The twist is good but other than that you are supposed to feel sympathy for the poor over the rich, but you don’t. The rich family are actually nice people and don’t deserve what happens.… Expand
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grounMay 6, 2022
Not gonna lie, I only appreciated this after I watched many explanations and analysis on YT. I'm sorry I didn't pay attention while watching.
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joboxrno1Jul 3, 2022
Not nearly as good as the Rating says it is. Its about a family of crappy, dirty, slobs that are squatters. Literally thats it. Oh they accidently kill people or something. Lame.
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KenjiYuukiApr 29, 2023
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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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