That moment was such a whiplash of caper fun (finishing the meal in time), physical comedy (mom's nonchalant kick), and disturbing violence (the housekeeper's head slamming against the wall made my stomach drop)
I agree. She was wonderfully charismatic, I can't believe she was just dropped like that. I bought her cold, flawless execution of the con far more than the brother's, which seemed like a pretty wild shift from his previous clumsy adolescent-ness. I might've preferred her taking the lead rather than him.The fate of Ki-jung the sister was totally unnecessary I thought, really felt like the adventure of the four of them yet one is offed unceremoniously and only given a few lines of dialogue. Completely unsatisfying narratively for me :(
Us was my number 1 of 2019, now number 2, but I thought Parasite handled those similar themes in a more confident, accessible, resonant, and cinematic way.It struck me after viewing how similar to Us this film is in theme, content and overall sensibility (albeit not nearly as violent) and I can't believe I didn't realize it sooner. Bong Joon-Ho/Jordan Peele collab please.
That moment was such a whiplash of caper fun (finishing the meal in time), physical comedy (mom's nonchalant kick), and disturbing violence (the housekeeper's head slamming against the wall made my stomach drop)
As for the flood sequence, they built that neighborhood and house from scratch in a water tank set
Us was my number 1 of 2019, now number 2, but I thought Parasite handled those similar themes in a more confident, accessible, resonant, and cinematic way.
As for the flood sequence, they built that neighborhood and house from scratch in a water tank set
I really appreciate the elements of magical realism/not-quite sci-fi that Jordan Peele has included in his films. Bong Joon-Ho has gone there in the past with his films like The Host (which I actually haven't seen, need to get on that), and Parasite feels like it tiptoes right up to the border of that territory with how heightened it is, but at the same time it's so controlled. Confident is absolutely the right description.
Jesus. I'd love to read more about its production, got links to any articles?
The rich house was also a built-from-scratch set, designed to make sure the architecture fit the story (ie characters could eavesdrop on the kitchen from the stairs, certain rooms could be in the background of scenes happening in another room, etc.). The lower level was built on location, while the other levels were on separate soundstages, all seamless merged through green screen. Nearly 500 VFX shots in the film
The rich house was also a built-from-scratch set, designed to make sure the architecture fit the story (ie characters could eavesdrop on the kitchen from the stairs, certain rooms could be in the background of scenes happening in another room, etc.). The lower level was built on location, while the other levels were on separate soundstages, all seamless merged through green screen. Nearly 500 VFX shots in the film
Us was my number 1 of 2019, now number 2, but I thought Parasite handled those similar themes in a more confident, accessible, resonant, and cinematic way.
As for the flood sequence, they built that neighborhood and house from scratch in a water tank set
Mindboggling. Thanks!The rich house was also a built-from-scratch set, designed to make sure the architecture fit the story (ie characters could eavesdrop on the kitchen from the stairs, certain rooms could be in the background of scenes happening in another room, etc.). The lower level was built on location, while the other levels were on separate soundstages, all seamless merged through green screen. Nearly 500 VFX shots in the film
Some articles:
So I've been thinking about just how jaw dropping so many of the shots were. The last time I was so at awe was Children of Men (previously my favorite movie or one of my favorites...this movie I think takes it.) And I think of all the fucking shots my favorite is....when the daughter is sitting on the toilet smoking a cigarette with shit exploding out of the toilet during the flood
What's everyone else's favorite shot if they had to pick one?
Two immediately come to mindSo I've been thinking about just how jaw dropping so many of the shots were. The last time I was so at awe was Children of Men (previously my favorite movie or one of my favorites...this movie I think takes it.) And I think of all the fucking shots my favorite is....when the daughter is sitting on the toilet smoking a cigarette with shit exploding out of the toilet during the flood
What's everyone else's favorite shot if they had to pick one?
You can tell it was storyboarded, so many shots are just perfectly framed and composedI also adore that shot. The whole movie is so thoughtfully framed, it's stunning.
Suspension of belief?Really liked it, can see it making my Top 10 of the year, it's really unique and glad I went in as blind as possible. It definitely went to some places I wasn't expecting and applaud it for that. I guess if I had a complaint it would be that some of the turns are a bridge too far for me and require a bit more suspension of belief than I'd prefer. I think it would have felt stronger in places if it rung more true to what might actually happen under various circumstances.
Right behind Last Black Man in San Francisco for me. Incredible film tho.
easily top two of the year
this poster is so genius after watching the movie.
Have you seen Burning? I highly recommend it.this poster is so genius after watching the movie.
i'd give it a 10/10 as well. i've been living in south korea the last 2.5 years so it's interesting looking at the rich/poor dynamic. even the hints of how they look toward the japanese, and americans.
Is there heavy violence or gore? Would this be considered a horror film? I'm intrigued but I'm also a giant wuss