Bong Joon-ho's new film, Mickey 17, delves into themes of classism, reminiscent of his earlier work, Parasite. Set in the future, the film features Mickey Barnes, an expendable worker on a starship. As wealthy owners attempt to colonize a barren planet, Mickey faces death repeatedly yet is resurrected by means of a human-size printer. This narrative poses a critique of capitalism's evolution, suggesting that the subjugation of working-class individuals is an enduring theme, even in outer space, making a powerful statement about societal structures.
In Mickey 17, Bong Joon-ho explores classism in a futuristic setting, using a working-class hero to reflect on capitalism's evolution, reminiscent of Parasite.
The protagonist, Mickey Barnes, embodies a working-class struggle even in space, showcasing the director's consistent focus on class issues through an evolved lens.
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