Content Warnings
- 🟡 30/100 Brief scene with implied sexual activity, no nudity shown.
- 🟢 20/100 Characters are seen drinking alcohol.
- 🔴 90/100 Graphic and intense violence including stabbing and bloodshed.
- 🔴 85/100 Violent confrontation resulting in death.
- 🟡 50/100 Use of strong language.
- 🟡 50/100 Additional use of strong language.
Details for Gisaengchung (2019)
What is the plot of 'Gisaengchung' (Parasite)?
'Gisaengchung' (Parasite) is a dark comedy thriller about the Kim family, who are struggling to make ends meet. They cunningly infiltrate the wealthy Park family by posing as unrelated, highly qualified individuals. As they embed themselves deeper into the Parks' lives, tensions rise, leading to unexpected and violent consequences.
Who are the main actors in 'Gisaengchung' (Parasite)?
The main actors in 'Gisaengchung' (Parasite) include Kang-ho Song as Kim Ki-taek, Lee Sun-kyun as Park Dong-ik, Cho Yeo-jeong as Choi Yeon-gyo, and Choi Woo-sik as Kim Ki-woo.
What awards did 'Gisaengchung' (Parasite) win?
'Gisaengchung' (Parasite) made history by winning the Palme d'Or at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival and later became the first non-English language film to win the Academy Award for Best Picture at the 92nd Academy Awards. It also won Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best International Feature Film at the same ceremony.
Who directed 'Gisaengchung' (Parasite)?
'Gisaengchung' (Parasite) was directed by Bong Joon-ho, a renowned South Korean filmmaker known for his unique storytelling and genre-blending style.
What themes are explored in 'Gisaengchung' (Parasite)?
'Gisaengchung' (Parasite) explores themes of class disparity, social inequality, and the lengths people will go to survive. The film contrasts the lives of the impoverished Kim family with the affluent Park family, highlighting the systemic barriers and moral ambiguities that arise in their interactions.
