won the Palme d’Or award at the Cannes International Film Festival. Since its release in Korea, the reputation has continued to accumulate. The cumulative box office has exceeded 9.3 million. The development of the plot is unimaginable, and it is no wonder that the director has repeatedly asked audiences who have seen the screenings not to explode, so that all audiences can stay in the theater to experience the surprise.
The plot of "Parasite High" describes a family of four Kizek family with no proper jobs, living in a semi-basement with a harsh environment, but the relationship between the family is very good. By chance, a friend introduced Ji-woo, his eldest son, to a wealthy family as an English tutor, which also allowed Ji-woo to step into a completely different upper class life. The first half of
"Parasitic High" may be easily guessed when the audience sits in the theater, but the most brilliant turning point starts in the middle, and the plot is not mentioned here. The director's straightforward narrative method makes it easy to integrate into the whole story. Everything happens so naturally, without brain burn or any burden, and even makes people laugh while watching. The performance of the characters is also very personal, especially the upper-class husband and wife, Li Shanjun and Cao Ruzhen, from expressions to actions, live the feeling of "I am rich, I am self-willed".
People who are struggling for their livelihoods account for a large part of the society, and only a few people at the top of the pyramid lead a high life. In order to live a life, the poor have tried their best to think and try their best. No matter what method they use, they just want to win a chance and earn some living expenses; but the rich live a worry-free life and believe that human nature is good. "Since being introduced by an acquaintance, it’s fine." , Not a fool, but just simple thoughts, emotions are easily influenced by one-sided words or emergencies, it seems to be very easy to control. What are the connections and differences between Song Kanghao's family and Li Shanjun's family?
The director of "Parasitic High" satirizes the social phenomenon of the difference between the rich and the poor in a witty way. Many scenes are even matched with gorgeous symphony, which feels quite special. Ever since Choi Woo-sik entered this upper-class family, the audience began to worry about when his fake academic qualifications would be exposed? The mood of the audience has been very nervous following the performance of the characters, which is the key to "Parasite Up" attracting everyone. They are curious about how such a story will develop and what kind of ending will it get?
The final conclusion of "Parasite Up" still states that "people are great because of their dreams." Maybe the plan in life can't keep up with the changes, but it is necessary to move forward towards the established goal. The exciting development in the second half of the plot will be left to the audience from Taiwan, China, to the theater on June 28.
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