It was fascinating and totaly engrossing from beginning to end. It is too hard to get bored even a second !
I've been postponing "Parasite" since I first started to read some comments about it, about how incredible it was, the genius kind of piece it represented, etc. My expectations usually get too high and I start avoiding the film (because I'm too scared to break those expectations, yes).
Now that I finally watched it, I feel bad for missing out for so very long. It IS a genius kind of piece. Damn! I'm mesmerized.
FUCK YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEAAAH!
2 / 2 directing & technical aspect
1 / 1 story
1 / 1 act I
1 / 1 act II
1 / 1 act III
1 / 1 acting
1 / 1 writing
1 / 1 originality
.5 / 1 lasting ability to make you think
.5 / 1 misc (FUCK YEAH!!)
10 / 10
(2nd viewing)
2 / 2 directing & technical aspect
1 / 1 story
1 / 1 act I
1 / 1 act II
1 / 1 act III
1 / 1 acting
1 / 1 writing
1 / 1 originality
1 / 1 lasting ability to make you think
1 / 1 misc (awesome)
11 / 10
This isn't my favorite movie, but after watching it twice I cannot find anything wrong with it, or anything to improve on. Amazing movie
One of my best Movie, The script is so good & original new & so well played . You will have great fun watching this movies...
I had been waiting to see this for weeks and expectations could not have been higher, so I was a little wary of disappointment when I sat down. I needn't have worried - within a few minutes Bong Joon-ho had his hooks into me and I was engrossed every step of the way until almost the very end. I am sitting and wondering where in my top 10 films ever this would fit. The plot was exquisitely worked out and while it had important themes they didn't undermine the sheer enjoyment of watching it unfold. Much of that pleasure was in the uncertainty over what would happen next, reinforced by a number of red herrings scattered along the way. I could easily have enjoyed watching a miniseries of this story that fully tugged on all the narrative threads. It was also beautiful to watch throughout. If I have one reservation it is the ending where it felt there were a number of better earlier finishing points and the final scene was rather flat. I am sure it would be even more effective on the big screen but don't let that put you off seeing it now - preferably "with" friends. You'll want to discuss it afterwards and then go and see it together again on the big screen to catch all the details you missed!
AMERICA UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES ARE YOU TO EVEN CONSIDER REMAKING THIS MASTERPIECE.
it'# very Nice to see jokerS fans crying hahahhaha
PARASITE explores the survival instinct and the centuries-long clash of the classes in one of the most unconventional ways in cinema history; the plot follows a street-smart family taking hold of a wealthy family using lies and pretentions with brutal consequences leading to an unimaginable twist. From the very beginning, PARASITE is a tale of greed embued in the worst aspects of the social classes with a selection of brilliantly written characters, raw acting and excellent locations; this is a story that goes into extremely dark places when the plot reveals a shocking twist, but in the end, that very same darkness that surrounds this story creates a macabre masterpiece and one of the best films of 2019 and hell, even the decade.
Me watching Parasite twice and then thinking about it is to continually give side-eye to Joker. Every issue I had with Phillips's bungle (and I have plenty) is presented brilliantly and effortlessly with this masterwork of class commentary. Darkly funny, shockingly thrilling, and the ending is a doozy. If you haven't seen Parasite yet, you have done yourself a tremendous disservice. This is the film of the year. Period.
Not only a freaking GREAT movie, PARASITE (2019) it's also MIRACULOUS.
I still can't believe my mother actually stayed awake watching avidly the screen. Usually she's asleep 20 minutes into any kind of movie lol
A wonderfully horrific movie about the differences in class between two similar yet completely different families. At some points, you don't know who you should be rooting for, and that's what makes this movie so interesting.
DISCLAIMER: I did not see this movie in its original language(Korean), but in a dubbed version(Italian). I may have missed some nuances.
I went into this movie without knowing anything about it, aside from the Oscar win and the praise it got from everyone. I didn’t know what to expect, what kind of movie it would be. I hadn’t even ever seen a Korean movie.
Before talking about the plot and the visuals, I have to say that the cast was all great. While I watched a dubbed version, the performance of each actor and actress was very convincing and entertaining.
I really enjoyed the plot of Parasite. It managed to subvert my expectations at every turn. The movie was able to shapeshift easily and seamlessly between a comedy, a thriller, even almost an horror (the scene were the ex housekeeper’s husband comes up the stairs and scares the child is super creepy; that shot with only the eyes peeking above the stairs gave me shivers). It changed so many genres that I wouldn’t know what to pick to describe it. But that, in my opinion, is one of its best features.
The visuals and photography were very well done. The shot were the family is fleeing in the rain is absolutely stunning and perfectly executed. Good job to the director.
In the end, I would recommend this movie to anyone, without any reservations. It reminded me of a theatrical play, in a good way. It’s absolutely entertaining, it keeps you glued to the screen for the whole runtime. It’s the perfect length, it doesn’t feel neither too long or too short. I honestly can’t find a negative.
10/10
There is no movie on Earth better than this one. I mean it. Nobody ever made a film like this before, this is more than a masterpiece, this is more than a simple movie.
30 minutes passed since the end of the credits and I'm still out of myself, I can't find words to describe what I'm feeling
This is truly a piece of art.
I hate that there's a word limit here because my only review is shouting the word "WHAT"
Got into it with no expectations whatsoever, and was pleased to find out just how great a film it turned out to be! Funny, clever AND thrilling, this one ticks all the right boxes for me.
completely deserved the oscars it got, amazing film in every way. never would've expected two of my favorite films to be from korea but here we are.
Just wanted to update my comment that this is now one of my fave films of all time and gets better and better with every watch.
This the most realistic picture I ever saw.
The ending was unexpected and the title summarizes the story pretty well.
It's as if Hitchcock adapted Shakespeare. Except this is an original screenplay. A masterpiece.
Incredible. A must watch movie!
.It's magnificent and has a really deserved Oscar. I would have given the american Oscar to the Joker and only the international one to this movie, but I don't know why Hollywood has decided to move away one Oscar. Maybe 'cause its political content I guess, because the Joker calls to violent revolution and this one is like more "intellectual" and submissive by the rich ones' eyes. However, this movie is really awesome and deserves its medals.
The story is really original, very well developped and the exposition is brilliant, like old Spanish written comedies. It amazes me the most how rawly, clearly and ironicly but subtly it exposes the social class diferences between families to the point that one family is able to support three families and even don't care about it. Moreover, it has a lot of poetry, like when they're drowned in that, the walk back to hell... And I really liked the end, it's really original and gets someone confused.
To me, a totally ten. Direct to my collection.
You'll never see it coming. Seriously. It deserved the Oscar for Best Picture. It's just one of those movies, acting, storyline, setting, costumes, everything. Perfect.
It's Really A masterpiece,The movie contain Great story And massage about life,I Really liked it
Masterful filmmaking. Using the medium very effectively in every aspect. H
A magnificent masterpiece of a motion picture.
This movie definitly deserves all the praise it's getting, especially for it's remarkable story but all the other aspects of the movie were on point, would recommend 10/10
Parasite is an extraordinary film.
A metamorphose tale that is comedic, dark, witty, melancholy, symbolic, gory, thought-provoking, beautiful, exquisite, passionate, honest, and personal, all at once.
Reminded me a lot about the film, US. Bong Joon-ho has built an art.
Loved it. Definitely worth watching!
The best movie that i saw this year
"An urgent, brilliantly layered look at timely social themes."
The working class and down on their luck Kim family struggle to make ends meet. When a friend of the son, Ki-Woo’s, who is an English tutor for the daughter in the wealthy Park family, has to leave his position, he recommends Ki-Woo for the job. Now having an "in" with the wealthy family, the Kims begin plotting the downfall of the current household servants and inserting themselves into those vacant positions, making them all gainfully employed and with money finally flowing into the household. But not everything is as it seems in the Park house or with their previous servants.
This movie starts out as a comedy and quickly goes into social commentary, pointing out the differences between the poor working class family and the wealthy privileged family. The differences are ones that get commonly pointed out with the well-to-do having what usually gets termed as first-world-problems, while the poor family is literally trying to survive and save meager possessions in a flood. It doesn’t shy away or try to be subtle about it, but interestingly enough, we don’t feel beaten over the head with it either, which is a major change from the ham-fisted approach taken by most filmmakers. Couching this in a comedy is a good approach, as well, as the audience’s guard is let down and we become more receptive to the ideas.
However, I do say it’s MOSTLY a comedy. The third act takes a dark, dark turn, and the contrast, not to mention general disdain and even indifference, between the classes becomes much more severe. This gets into some hard territory, and characters that we’ve found quirky and even come to like in some ways show very different sides of themselves. At the same time, it doesn’t feel unexpected, almost like we could tell that this was under the surface all the time and tried to ignore it, but aren’t surprised by it when it does show up. This is some masterful characterization!
Another aspect of note is that this film is rich in allegory and metaphor. It’s a smart film, yet at the same time the filmmakers are not condescending about it. They give the audience credit for being able to understand the symbolism and don’t spoon feed you everything, which is a refreshing change from the usual head-beating most filmmakers go for. At the same time, they understand that not every audience member will understand or immediately pick up on every symbol, but they have crafted this so carefully and so perfectly that you don’t have to understand each and every one. That understanding merely enriches the experience, but isn’t essential to it.
This film has gotten some recognition, and deservedly so. It is rich, intelligent, and polished to a degree that we sadly don’t see as often as we should nowadays, showing the filmmakers are masters of their craft. This is easily one of the best films I’ve seen in 2019. Highly recommended!
Im conflicted. Might need to come back and edit this comment later because this is one of those movies that you only figure out what you really thought of it after some distance. Right now, like i said, i'm conflicted, because the same things that made me like it, weirdly made me not love it? Which doesn't make a lot of sense but people seem to praise the mix of genres in this film but for me, although that makes this film unique, surprising and captivating, it also spreads it out a bit all over the place, so much so it stops feeling concise and starts verging on a big mess. It's walking somewhere in the line that separates a successful attempt and a disastrous one. But one thing that cannot be taken away from it is the boldness to even attempt to make such a movie, and definitely the originality of it. Right now i'll give it a "great", time and maybe a second watch will tell if it becomes a solid 8, if it goes down to 7 or even goes up to 9.
8/10
edit!!!! saw it again: definitely a 9 but still think the ending falls a bit short
great super genial comedy ect. I don't say much just look at this movie like a Big ART the director is fantastic. and the actors are genial interpretation, THE BEST Korean Movie Gold Palm In Cannes Festival 2019. I really recommend this movie with English subtitle s. . On Morpheus you can find them
*Stunning Director and writer Bong Joon-ho did an excellent work driving the times of the movie. Every transisson is more dramatic than the other without especting. Perfect work. Also, the main idea the film wants to transmist kept really deep inside of me in a rude way. This movie totally did it! Palme d'or at Cannes totally deserve!
absolutely amazing movie it caught me off guard in the first half
Parasite was a great movie…one of those movies that you still think about days after you’ve finished watching it. I loved how it was in Korean - it felt like a glimpse into a different culture. The story especially was chock full of literary devices. The symbolism of the water, starting with the money rock being given to the family as a gift for good fortune, was prevalent throughout the movie. Beginning with a small stream (from a drunkard peeing outside their home) and culminating in the night that changed the Kim family forever (torrential storm that ended up flooding their house).
The circular nature of the narrative was also satisfying but haunting. The irony was not lost on me that they discovered the man living in the basement of the Park family, only to have Ki Taek ended up living there himself after he killed Dong Ik. The parallels between the Park and Kim families were only enhanced by how different each family was. Two parents, a boy, and a girl - but from completely different walks of life.
I wasn’t expecting the story to go where it went…I wouldn’t have imagined the slaughter at the end of the movie watching the first hour and a half, which made it all the more surprising and meaningful. Parasite was certainly worth of winning best picture, and is a movie you’ll think about long after you’ve watched it.
If someone can recommend another movie like this. WOW I thought this was a anime at first. Seen the movie and i seen it about 6 times with different people. Everyone so shocked, this movie was so good and i can watch again and again. The story had me waiting to see more and the ending was wild. MUST SEE 10/10
i have no words... everything feels like a fever dream.
Such a layered movie packed with engaging twists and turns. I loved how it kept building. That ending was crazy good. The cinematography was of high quality. The performances were all impressive. Overall, this movie was amazing. 9/10 from me.
When I saw it on the movie theater I didn't write my opinion. Now that I just watched it again I simply can say that it is brilliant. The script, the acting, the plot, the direction. Everything is great. How comedy and drama are put together in a very easy way is marvelous. One of the best films of the century.
You can peel layers and layers of this movie and still wouldn't reach the center.
in my head this movie is genius
Acting: 3/3
Cinematography: 3/3
Story: 3/3
Enjoyment: +1
"Parasite" caused quite a stir with its Best Picture win, but it was damn worth it. I went in it blind and came out absolutely floored. "Parasite" follows an unemployed family who get themselves involved in quite the peculiar situation. The less you know, the better. This is a film that will make you laugh, gut you with its drama, and leave you gasping with its shocking moments. Let me divide my reviews based on these three factors.
The humour is biting. Park So-dam probably stood out the most to me here in regards to how cunning and filled with personality her character was. "Parasite" is very much dark comedy, you have to be a little horrible to laugh at the antics on-screen. It's so unashamed in the events that transpire and goes along with them, meanwhile building up the foundation of what is to come.
Thematically, the film examines the class divide between the poor and the rich. A classic topic to explore, yet one that is very crucial to our modern world and has a lot of power if exectued properly. "Parasite" doesn't paint a narrative of the rich being these horrible tyrants and the poor facing them as the mistreated rebels. Quite the opposite, the downtrodden behave like animals, all for a chance at having a piece of the pie that is wealth. Morality is grey and you won't see the film taking a side. It simply is. Here is the reality many are facing in South Korea. This is what would happen if some were placed in this situation. It's outlandish, but grounded in reality. When it takes itself seriously, the movie touches on a person's innermost humanity. All we really dream of is a life of beauty and peace, one where we can be our best selves. Sadly, that isn't what the lottery always gives you.
Lastly, the shock. The horror. "Parasite" is a thriller on top of everything else, and it takes its time to show this nature. I have not felt so horrible watching something since some of Game of Thrones' most riveting episodes. It's that good. The story takes unexpected turns and is able to completely satisfy the viewer with all of them, never utilising its schticks for cheap shock value.
Please watch "Parasite", see for yourself. It's a thoroughly engaging ride that was never not interesting to me. I didn't mention that the acting was superb, the cast really add layers to those they portray. The music adds very nicely to film's moments. Outstanding cinematography. "Parasite" truly is a masterpiece, deserving of all its recognition. A layered movie that never ceases to be fun. Bong Joon-ho was able to craft a modern classic.
one of the best movies i've ever seen.
wow, just WOW
the score, the cinematography, the direction, the acting, the editing, the production design - everything is great. and yes im sweating and laughing all movie!
What's left to say? Thematically flawless, it's a modern day fairy tale, each scene building upon its message. Each of the cast is remarkable, but special mention to So-dam with a charming and endearing performance both despite and because of her character's harsh and wry outer shell, Song for a role that builds to a horrifying and cathartic crescendo all at once, and Myung-heun who is better seen than described. The message of how capitalism warps and distances us all, and how trying to win by its rules only brings suffering, is universal, and there are scenes that I will remember for a long time. They struck my soul. Funny, tear jerking, thrilling, Parasite has it all.
I have absolutely no doubts in my mind why this movie won the Best Picture Oscar. Everything about it was impeccable.
Most amazing movie of this decade till now. It thought it was because of Hollywood was forced for Asian relevance and due to which they give Oscar to them. I'm wrong completely this movie needs twice the oscars for twisting my stomach a lot.
Amazing acting , story and directing.
Im not fan pf korrean movie but that movie was to good
I aam going to watch it a second time so very good movie
Extra-ordnarie very well done from actors , decoration set; scenario super original
you will not loose your time watching it enjoy :)
Listen this movie is easily one of the best I have ever seen. Everyone needs to see this movie! Judge for yourself
Masterful filmmaking. Using the medium very effectively in every aspect. Hope it wins the best picture Oscar, but given how lame and insular and corrupt the Academy is I am not holding my breath.
10 - Totally Ninja!
Okay so a friend recommended this to me saying it was an amazing movie and damn were they right. Such great characters!
The story of upstairs and downstairs..
Seeing a film that's won the Palme d'or at Cannes or Best Picture Oscar is like drinking a bottle of ridiculously expensive wine: with every sip you ask yourself over and over again if it deserves the price. Fortunately, Parasite is so good you won't be drinking very long because you'll be drunk on its power soon enough.
A film that crosses genres so many times it leaves a permanent mark, Parasite is a clever story performed wonderfully and directed to perfection.
got in with no expectations, got out with Parasite as one of the best movies I saw this year !
Felt happy, felt sad, felt sorry, felt mad! And most importantly, for having watched this movie, felt glad.
I loved the majority of this film, but also found the climax to be a little off.
After the first act, you’ll be completely aware of the kind of movie that you’re watching.
In my mind, I found the story and character arcs to be very comparable to something like The Wolf of Wallstreet , for example, but with the themes of something like Us.
The only problem with this film for me is the big climax.
Don’t get me wrong, I’m fine with Ki-Taek’s family being condemned for the fact that they’re shitheads , but the Tarantino-esque bloodbath scene didn’t fit this movie, at all.
It does so in concept, but not in terms of tone.
A real shame, because the first 110 minutes of it are flawless, and show all of Bong Joon-Ho’s talents on full display.
8.5/10
A relatively simple, low-key racket spirals way out of control as an impoverished lower class Korean family smoothly weasels their way into the lives of a wealthy, naive, white collar household.
Unpredictably composed, Parasite effortlessly shifts between several genres, evenly mixing comedy with tragedy and several stops in between. Of the versatile tools in that particular box, the film's at its best on the frequent occasions that it ratchets up the tension. I constantly caught myself holding in a deep breath, completely immersed in the moment and conflicted about the best possible outcome. Not all of those nail-biters lead to fireworks, and the film is careful not to overplay its hand, so that, when the time is right, those inevitable explosions land like a flurry of unexpected body blows.
Its first hour is captivating, as the leeches' shady plot comes together and their long con gains momentum, but the home stretch, with its string of sharp curves and grim consequences, is unrestrained chaos in the best of ways. One helluva ride.
In my opinion, this movie is best enjoyed without reading a synopsis and with no expectations going in.
Wow. This is a masterpiece. This is probably the best thriller of the decade. Some scenes had me thinking “What just happened”. The acting is fantastic. It is brilliantly directed by Boon Joon Ho. The writing is great and so is the cinematography. The is one of the best movies of the year and of the decade. Overall it’s a great movie that you will never forget.
(9 out of 10)
The best comedy thriller I've ever seen. Comedy thriller, haha xd
Interesting concept on social commentary. Coming from a ‘Western’ perspective, it appears that life in South Korea follows a common thread where striving points towards common goals desired by most people.
I wonder what the balance is for people being critical > being gentle. Currently, I imagine both is fine but the ultimate conclusion should have love and gentleness
Deserved Oscar Winner. Definitely not the best movie of all time, not even the best korean movie, but it has a powerful story with a nice ending. Just one thing that is not logical: how in the hell nobody knows about the room under the house, I mean the rich daughter was there at the end with Kevin laying in front of it, now way she didn't see this
The story looks very simple but it takes you from top level to bottom level in just a minute,so you can have very different feelings at the same time like a real life. WATCH AND SEE !!!
Loveable and especially relatable characters woven into a story that never lose focus. It's sharp, intelligent, full of twists and backed by perfect acting. Its take on South Korean slums invites us on a journey that might look distant at first, but which feels closer and more authentic than most Hollywood pieces.
Very well deserved Oscar. The cultural differences were obvious from the start, yet a great movie with amazing actors and cinematography on point nonetheless, I believe everyone can enjoy it. Congrats!
i remember watching the trailer for this movie a while back, and than being like "...what". Cut to a few months later, i have now watched the movie and im still like "...what". Go into this movie without knowing anything. You'll have a fun time. Finished this one at 5:54PM. im probably going go watch the trailer again. This movie was great.
Easily top 5 of the year, haven't seen The Lighthouse yet though. Not quite as good as Memories of Murder, but it's close.
A genre-mixing analysis on social class and wealth. What begins as a simple dark comedy morphs quickly into a dread-filled horror/thriller/drama that analyses the current 1/99% split of wealth in modern society. Imagery and themes abound, much to ponder and thumb through on subsequent viewings. Great film making.
A real-life nalibiter. This movie kept me on the edge of seat for the entire runtime.
86 | The poor getting poorer and the rich getting richer. Here I am still halfway climbing with a fear to fall.
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25%: 2.5
50%: 3
75%: 3
100%: 2
Total × 7.3 = 76.65
1st favorite character:
Ki-Woo (2)
2nd favorite character:
Kim Ki-taek (2)
3rd favorite character:
Yeon-kyo (2)
Cinematography: 2.5
the story is good and visually it is much better, the ending is sad but realistic at a certain point.
This movie is on a whole other level. The writing is really well done and it gets you to think hard.
Throughout this movie I could barely stand it, in the good way. I don't even know how to describe it. At the 'high point' when the rich family comes home early from camping I was shaking so hard my cat got off my lap in disgust and my sibling flinched and knocked our folding table down, haha. In terms of building tension and engagement this movie is perfect, in terms of surprises that still make logical and emotional sense, this movie is perfect. The themes about classism come through strong too. With all its elements it almost feels packed overly full honestly. It makes me want to watch it scene by scene rather than all at once!
Ki-Taek: They are rich but still nice.
Chung-sook: They are nice because they are rich.
The trailer to this movie does not give anything away, and that makes me super happy because wow, this movie caught me off guard. Beautiful cinematography, intense moments and a great cast. Also I need a bowl of ram-don... NOW!
Despite hearing about this from day dot, I thankfully managed to avoid knowing anything about this other than it's title, director and subsequent success. Boy am I glad, because it's quite the ride!
No doubt about it, 'Parasite' is a high quality film. It wasn't at all what I had assumed it would be like, it has a much more comedic side to it than I was expecting - and that's a positive. Yet, it's still pretty dark. It's a great mix. The plot is one that is very entertaining to see play out - the ending is particularly nuts.
The cast do a fantastic job, especially the main quartet. Song Kang-ho would be my personal standout, I enjoyed watching him throughout. Choi Woo-shik is very good too, as are Park So-dam and Jang Hye-jin. All of the onscreen talent do terrific though, from Cho Yeo-jeong to Lee Jung-eun.
I don't have any negatives for this, it's a brilliant film. From the cinematography, to the dialogue, to the locations, to the humour. You name it, this produces it on an impressive level.
Not that I need to say this, given I'm seemingly one of the last few who hadn't, but you must watch this!
WHACK WHACK WHACK! I loved every minute of this bad boy. The way everyone was talking about it, I thought it was going to be a horror, but I was so pleasantly surprised at the comedic thriller it actually is. I was laughing and yelling and gasping the entire time. I'm so glad it swept everyone at the Oscars; this movie deserved all of it.
It took me almost 2h to get why it won the Oscar. In the end I think I got it. Still, the movie is realistic, funny, mad and a little bit sad.
Despite the immense praise given, my expectations were low going into the viewing of this film. It had garnered so much praise that I assumed, like many films this happens to, that it was going to be heavily overrated. I have never been more wrong about a film in my life.
This movie was utterly fantastic. Beautifully shot, well directed and the casting and acting was spot on. It is very rare for me to be that surprised about a movie, and yet Joon-ho destroyed every expectation I had and had me walking away knowing I had just watched a masterpiece.
Well done to all involved in gifting us this gem.
It's metaphorical!
Watch it twice because you'll miss the subtle nuances.
Plans never go as planned. That's all I will say.
JESUS FUCKING CHRIST NO WORDS
Edit: Ok I've watch Parasite a 2nd time, this time in a Cinema, after further revision I have come to realisation that I STILL HAVE NO FUCKING WORDS
Another masterpiece by Bong Joon-ho. At different times it reminded me of both Tarantino and Hitchcock. I also love the way that the story played out. As the first third of the movie ends you start to get a feel for where you think the movie is going. And then something occurred to me - the title of the film is important but maybe not in the way that it seems.
And the final scene.... magnificent. While the rest of the film did't require you to chew on too much the final scene left you something to think about.
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My 2nd top fave this year....
Just after one cut of the dead...
Not my favorite from Bong (at least for now), but this certainly solidifies, if you weren’t yet convinced, that Bong Joon-ho truly is a generational talent, both when it comes to writing and directing. In my opinion, the twenty first century so far belongs to him.
Wow lots to unpack about this one. Best to go in blind so I won't wax poetic on the film. But great cinematography, attention to detail and amazing acting. I need to reconfigure my Top 5 of 2019 and perhaps even change up the number one spot.
A phenomenal film. Flows perfectly, is shot perfectly, a great cast with great performances, a story that is not twisting for the sake of it but still feels surprising.
I've liked Bong Joon-ho's previous films, but this one floored me in particular. Definitely worth a watch at minimum.
"You know what kind of plan that never fails? No plan. No plan at all. You know why? Because life cannot be planned."
'Parasite' is absolutely fantastic. I'm still buzzing how good this movie is. Unpredictable and nuts. You know, this summer I was starting to get a little worn out with the endless sequels, remakes and soulless crash grabs, so I find it refreshing we get movies like this once awhile.
I admire Bong Joon-Ho as a director, especially his Korean movies. Not to say I dislike his English language films like 'Snowpiercer' and 'Okja', but in my personal opinion those don't match the same quality as his Korean movies and there isn't a sex pest trying to control his work. Anywhere, Bong Joon-Ho is one of the best working directors alive and 'Parasite' proves it.
The movie perfectly blends drama and comedy so effortlessly, it basically breaks the impossible. And the comedy is actually hilarious and well written with the execution being sold on the actors. The thing I love so much is how funny, thrilling and intense the movie can be, hijacking all senses and emotions all wrapped into one - only a few directors can pull something this unique.
The performances from everyone was brilliant and there's so much depth to each character, they make the movie as captivating as it is. The cinematography was beautiful, the music was remarkable, and the movie says so much it's the reason why I was engaged throughout.
I highly recommend people to avoid knowing anything before going in, because trust me it will add to your experience.
Overall rating: Finally, a breath of fresh air. My second favorite movie of this year.
Suprisingly good with a fresh script and well made in every level..8.5/10
Ever been so stunned by a movie that you ended up clapping when the credits started to roll? Well...now I have.
A true example of masterpiece. Amazingly written and brilliantly acted. The twists and turns are so expected yet you still feel that feeling of unexpectedness.
Watched 10/6/19. Found my old review at 8.6. Phenomenal flick. Really entertaining and gripping art. Was my fave movie of 2019.
I made a big mistake putting off watching this as long as I did. I was hearing all of the talk about how it was a film about class and wealth inequality, which doesn't exactly scream "Entertainment" to me. What I found was a unique story with one great twist about half way through. This was filled with characters that you love one minute and hate the next. There's a lot of suspense and a whole lot of "what-the-hell-was-that-about?!?" This is really solid and given its subject matter, turned out not to be preachy at all.
I was really surprised that the lower-class family was portrayed as scheming, con-artists. Somehow, I liked them even though they were downright cruel, not only with their lack of concern for the lives of the upper-class family's hired hands, but with the ease with which they physically attacked them. The upper-class, rich family were mostly just disconnected dolts who didn't really care much either, jettisoning loyal employees for shiny new help.
The ending was shocking and really dark. I'm not convinced Ki-woo earned enough to buy the house that allowed Ki-taek to come out of hiding. Instead, it's likely offering a glimpse into his dream to amend for his plan gone wrong.
With no plan, nothing can go wrong.
An uncategorisable masterpiece
Described on its official website as a "pitch-black modern fairy-tale", even a comprehensive plot summary wouldn't adequately delineate Parasite's real nature – part comedy of manners, part social satire, part heist film, part thriller, part horror, part family drama, part farce, part economic treatise, part social realism, part tragedy, part allegory. And that's just the opening scene! It's the Ulysses of cinema, adopting and shedding genres so often and so seamlessly that it effectively becomes its own genre. And, like Ulysses, it's exceptional in just about every way – screenplay, directing, cinematography, mise en scène, editing, production design, sound design, score, acting. There's not a weak link here, in a film that achieves that rarest of things – it lives up to the hype.
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This movie is awesome. Great mix of perfectly executed acting, amazing cinematography, deep and distinguishable characters and an intriguing and unique story that ties all of these together. The music was well done and felt it was appropriate to every scene it was implemented into. Pacing was great and every scene or sequence felt like it had great purpose in either telling the story or diving deeper into the minds of the characters. Bong Joon-ho provides a very funny story with very serious and emotional tones and even including a bit of a heist movie as well. The cast choices are perfect, like most of Song Kang-ho's performances he is able to accurately portray a character in a very believable way. Even upon just watching this film for the first time, I already want to rewatch it. This director has once again created another brilliant film and I cannot wait to see what awaits in his future of Korean cinema.
Bong Joon Ho's Parasite is a captivating and masterfully crafted commentary that is subtle and subversive. Cinematically its gasp-inducing because of its ingenious amalgamation of multiple genres, comedy, thrills, and chills with plot twists. The screenplay is spectacular which starts and ends with the same frame and sensational for the rest of the movie. A true masterpiece depicting the intricate details of class conflict. MUST WATCH.
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Shout by Neal MahoneyVIP 8BlockedParent2019-08-21T02:48:04Z— updated 2019-11-16T21:10:01Z
It starts off fine. It's well made and interesting. Then it progressively gets better and better until I was yelling near the end. It's not often that a movie surprised me so much but this was fantastic. One of the best of the year.
Edit: Even better after a rewatch. Incredibly well made. The production design on that house is amazing. It's shot beautifully. The story is bonkers and set up so well. The acting is fantastic.