The article explores the fluctuating quality of winners at the Academy Awards, highlighting both celebrated films like Oppenheimer and less favorable choices like Green Book. It emphasizes the remarkable artistic achievement of Bong Joon-ho’s Parasite, which expertly blends black comedy with serious themes surrounding class conflict. Several key scenes elicit both tension and dark humor, especially the family's sinister plot against their employer's previous maid. The film’s ability to balance discomfort and audience sympathy presents a refreshing take on storytelling, marking it as a standout in recent cinematic history.
The Academy Awards often miss the mark with Best Picture, yet films like Parasite remind us that exceptional storytelling deserves recognition.
Bong Joon-ho's Parasite is a masterclass in blending comedy and tension, expertly navigating themes of class struggle while maintaining audience engagement.
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