Bong Joon-ho's science fiction film Mickey 17 features Robert Pattinson as Mickey Barnes, an 'Expendable' who endures dangerous jobs in space, reprinted upon his death. This scenario echoes the challenges faced by the American working class, including issues of disposability and exploitation. The character Kenneth Marshall, played by Mark Ruffalo, serves as an antagonist mirroring the qualities of former President Donald Trump, displaying traits of selfish ambition and a lack of empathy. The film critiques societal power dynamics, media manipulation, and the broader consequences of contemporary political figures on public life.
Mickey Barnes' struggle as an 'Expendable' in a dystopian world reflects contemporary American society's issues with disposable labor and exploitation—paralleling today's working class concerns.
Kenneth Marshall, the film's antagonist, is reminiscent of Donald Trump, embodying traits like vulgarity and selfish ambition, illustrating a critique of contemporary power dynamics.
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