Dana and Tom with returning guest Peterson W. Hill (Co-Host of the War Starts at Midnight podcast) discuss Parasite (2019) for its 5th Anniversary: written and directed by Bong Joon-Ho, with Han Jin-won, music by Jung Jae-il, starring Song Kang-ho, Lee Sun-kyun, Cho Yeo-jeong, Choi Woo-shik, and Park So-dam.
Plot Summary: Parasite, directed by Bong Joon-ho, is a masterful blend of dark comedy, thriller, and social commentary. The story follows the impoverished Kim family as they cunningly infiltrate the wealthy Park household by posing as unrelated, highly qualified workers. With each deceitful step, they inch closer to the luxuries of the upper class. But beneath the humor and suspense lies a searing critique of economic inequality. Bong expertly balances tension and satire, leading to an explosive, tragic climax that reveals the fragile illusions of both the rich and the poor. Parasite is a brilliant, disturbing exploration of class warfare, where the true parasite may not be who we expect.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome to Peterson W. Hill
01:14 Cast and Recognition for Parasite
08:00 Relationship(s) to Parasite
18:43 What is Parasite About?
33:26 Plot Summary for Parasite
34:31 Did You Know?
36:16 First Break
37:18 What's Happening with Peterson W. Hill?
38:54 Ask Dana Anything
51:21 Best Performance(s)
59:16 Best/Favorite/Indelible Scene(s)
01:06:26 Second Break
01:06:33 In Memoriam
01:07:52 Best/Funniest Lines
01:10:34 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy
01:24:38 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance
01:29:41 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty
01:34:42 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness
01:39:17 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability
01:44:57 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total
01:47:46 Remaining Questions
01:51:38 Thank You to Our Guest and Final Thoughts
Guest:
Peterson W. Hill - Co-Host of the War Starts at Midnight podcast
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Keywords:
Parasite, Bong Joon-ho, film analysis, class struggle, cinema, South Korean film, Academy Awards, cultural commentary, character study, cinematic techniques
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