For the first time in 92 years, the Oscars nominated a South Korean film for best picture. Previously, a foreign language film had never been nominated for this category. Parasite, won four Oscars for directing, original screenplay, international film, and best picture.
The film features a story between the rich and poor and a mutual symbiotic relationship between the two. The Kims, a family living in poverty, sneak their way into the service of the Parks, a rich family who has been unknowingly sheltering a woman and her husband in their basement for years. This relationship can be seen as parasitic as the couple and the Kims live off of the Parks. However, the Parks are also parasitic where they rely on the Kims regarding labor. They struggle with washing the dishes and driving. With a complex storyline and symbolism, the film is able to capture the attention of many viewers.
Dominating the Oscars, Parasite has been able to move its way into the United States. Many have been more interested in viewing the film, which has caused the box office sales to go up. The film has grossed over $200 million globally and $44.5 million in the United States, making it the fourth highest-grossing foreign-language film in the United States. As sales continue to go up, the film industry is able to be more diverse. Allowing more international films into Hollywood can drive up sales and create more diversity. Director Bong Joon-ho once said, “Once you overcome the one-inch tall barrier of subtitles, you will be introduced to so many more amazing films.”
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