The Korean film "Parasite", directed by Bong Joon ho, not only achieved great success globally, but also profoundly revealed the widespread social problem of class discrimination. The film depicts the complex relationships and profound conflicts between social classes through the intersection of a low-income family (Kim family) and a high-income family (Park family).
The clear manifestations of class differences
The movie Parasite vividly portrays class differences. Members of the Kim family, in order to improve their lives, resort to all means to seek high paying jobs in the wealthy Park family. As the movie title suggests, members of the Kim family became parasites on the Park family. The movie portrays two completely different worlds
in this way. The Kim family lives in a dim and crowded semi underground apartment, which not only symbolizes their economic situation but also reflects their position in the social class. In contrast, the Park family lives in a spacious and bright modern villa, symbolizing wealth, status, and power.
The subtle manifestations of class discrimination
The manifestation of class discrimination in the film is very subtle. Although the attitude of the Park family towards the Kim family may seem friendly on the surface, it is actually filled with a sense of superiority and contempt. Mr. Park is dissatisfied with the fact that the father of the Kim family, as his subordinate, crossed the line and asked him personal questions. Mrs. Park's evaluation of the members of the Kim family, although praising their abilities, also indirectly reflects her stereotype of people with low status. At a deeper level, the Park family's disgust towards the "scent" of the Kim family symbolizes profound class divisions and prejudices, which is also the trigger for the father of the Kim family to kill Mr. Park in the end of the film.
The outbreak of social conflicts
The most striking part of Parasite is its depiction of social conflicts. As the story developed, the tense relationship between the Kim and Park families gradually escalated, ultimately leading to a tragic outbreak. This is not only a conflict between individuals, but also a concrete manifestation of class conflict. The film emphasizes the serious consequences of social inequality and class discrimination through this extreme way of presentation.
Summary
Parasite is a film that deeply explores the issue of class discrimination. Through the comparison of two families and the intense display of class conflicts, it reveals the reality of social inequality and the tragedies that this inequality may lead to. This movie is not only a visual enjoyment, but also a profound reflection on the deep problems of modern society.
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