“Once you overcome the one-inch tall barrier of subtitles, you will be introduced to so many more amazing films... I think we use only just one language: the cinema." - Bong Joon Ho This is probably one of the most, if not the most, important quote during the awards season.
@@cineflect poetic indeed. I'm from a country where English is just a secondary language, and people here are used to reading subtitles just for us to enjoy movies from everywhere. It's just a matter of training oneself, I guess. I hope Parasite's win will encourage more people, especially from the West, to explore movies from around the world... because some of the best movies out there are non-English.
@@CzarsSalad Agree 100%. Sadly, a lot of Americans are not accustomed to reading subtitles. Many people say they don't want to "read" a movie, they want to "watch" a movie. It's sad because they are only doing themselves a disservice by missing out on most of the films that have ever been made and are being made each and every year. That's why this is such a big deal. PARASITE has the ability to change people's minds.
I love watching international movies so much that I've gotten used to watching them with eng subs. Parasite was worth watching, every moment of the movie was art.
Bettina bettina Martin Scorsese actually wrote a heartfelt letter to Bong after www.google.com/amp/s/www.indiewire.com/2020/02/martin-scorsese-bong-joon-ho-letter-parasite-oscar-wins-1202212336/amp/
“Parasite, after all, is just one film, but it has to start with just one film.” As a Korean, I was really shocked to see Parasite win all the awards. But these winnings were not just for director Bong or just for South Korean Cinema Industry, but for film makers anywhere in the world. I hope many more wonderful movies around the world will get recognized by Oscar. And your video and the comments are just as moving as Bong’s speech after winning Best Director. Thank you for this wonderful video!
Another Korean movie that’s becoming a favorite in other Asian countries is Crash Landing on me...it is about North and South Korea the contrast between the dictatorship and a democratic halves of the same country. The movie is very cleverly played out as a romantic comedy, thriller and a social commentary of two cultures in the same countries. The film keeps movie goers glued to the screen from beginning to end. I do hope it will be a favorite the world over.
Is it weird that I got emotional during this video? I was so moved by Bong Joon Ho winning, mainly because when he was standing on that stage I could see the true passion and love he feels for cinema and making movies, and he was so happy! As a cinephile, it made me emotional to recognize that same passion in someone else. Parasite is easily one of the greatest Best Picture winners of the decade, along with Moonlight, and Bong is definitely one of the best directors working today. I think that the Oscars have lost quite a lot of relevance , but still it's always worth paying attention when those who are relegated and marginalized by the big industry are finally shown the respect they deserve. Thanks for making this video!
"As a cinephile, it made me emotional to recognize that same passion in someone else" yes 1000% agree!! I was ecstatic and reliving the whole experience in this video made me tear up.
Sharon Choi has gotten famous in Korea for her perfect interpretations. There are tons of Korean TH-cam videos that break down how perfect they are. She does not leave anything out and perfectly translates the subtle nuances between the languages.
No one would care about her if she was fat and ugly. The only reason she is getting famous is because some people find her attractive. It’s harsh but it’s the truth.
@@thedon2005 nope that's what you think and could not be further from the truth. The ignorance in your words made me instantly want to hurl insults but I'll be civil and try to explain why you're mistaken. First off, Sharon is not a translator by trade. That alone is a remarkable fact considering her genius for translation. Second, she transcends your average translator with her true understanding of the subject here which is cinema. The use of her superlatives, metaphors, and vocabulary captures exactly what a movie director would have intended and that can only come from her genius of language and the subject at hand. I am fluent in both English and Korean but I have not seen anyone like Sharon in my life and many other people feel the same way hence her recognition. The speed of her translation is one thing (which is perfect) but its the subtelty in the choice of her words that binds the two languages instantaneously that truly gets to people. If you are not fluent in english and korean and understand cinema lingo, I'm afraid you will never fully understand but to say such things like shes only getting famous for her looks is quite mysognist and truly a shame.
Agreed. I've watched numerous TH-cam clips, and her translations are perfect, she does not leave anything out and she conveys the original thought completely.
You mean interpreting skills, rather than interpretation which would mean an entire different thing. But she is an extremely important instrument in Parasite's Oscar campaign.
His speech when he won Best Director is everything. It shows how deep BJH's love in creating movies and how a simple saying able to affect and inspire someone so deeply. Martin Scorsese is truly lucky to know, how he unknowingly influenced someone's passion to soar this high, while he's still alive. The fact that BJH planned each scene in Parasite in detail proves that how involved he was personally with the big picture of this movie. Because that big picture is also what had brought Memories of Murder, Mother, and others.
anything have watched BJHo's Mother with Won Bin starring in that film , one good actor too who just retired from doing films ..his last " Mam From Nowhere .." got him Best Actor .. what is best in PARASITE .. it's real , it's happening to this world ...
It really couldn't have happened to a nicer guy. I highly recommend reading the profile on Director Bong in Vanity Fair, such a fascinating and endearing read.
1917 got robbed, Imma say it. Parasite is great and is still worthy of being best picture IMO, yet I can't help but think about the woke agenda the Academy has.
@@finleypetit5197 farce i acknowledge your opinion but 1917 was good but if you watch OTHER language movies and are able to get over the subtitle barrier "My Way" The war movie about two soldiers of different backgrounds one Korean and one Japanese is a better story and movie than 1917 made in 2012 was given a 7.7 on rotten tomatoes however due to people who can't get over the language barrier it was washed into the shadows. Parasite touches on every country that deals with poverty and poor people and no matter how you see there will always be poor people and to make an excuse on whether they won the award because of "WOKE" culture is farce. this something that even if you aren't woke you can understand. and yet even non of those actors in the cast of parasite didn't win an individual award because with a film like that there was no need for any actor in the movie to carry the film on there backs like the actor who played joker. so again i'll say your opinion is farce.
@@finleypetit5197 and most people wouldn't understand the ending and ending song it basically took away all the hope that we had that he would go back to the house and the whole father to come back up the stairs into the light and the song saying 500 something years is the time it would take him to buy the house making it clear that in poverty sometimes Plans to do something big don't go as planned. the movie ending gave us no hope its different from english made movies that aspire hope by the ending scene but parasite gaves a true and more accurate ending.
StarVision I’m not sure why you mentioned Joker, considering it DID only win best actor (and best original score). Look, I’m not saying that Parasite is like last year’s Greenbook win. It is truly great and worthy of being best picture. My opinion is just that if the Academy wasn’t so desperate to appear woke, 1917 most likely would have won more awards, even if not best picture. That opinion is not a farce. The golden globes did give Parasite an award (I forget what award), but 1917 won the golden globes best picture. Now, the Hollywood foreign press is not really concerned with being woke. Coincidence? Maybe, but idk.
In fact, there's a part of me that questions whether or not the Best Actor/Best Actress categories could be replaced with a Best Ensemble category. Or, at the very least, it should be given out as the first or last award in a three-award segment, all centered around acting.
Yes, it matters that the best picture of the year actually winning Best Picture legitimizes the Oscars. Yes, it matters that the Academy has broadened its own horizon and that one of South Korea’s stories was heard. And, yes, it matters that seeing South Koreans onstage is a powerful image of representation for billions of Asians. It matters that more people will seek out Bong Joon-ho’s films. And, yes, it matters that this will be the first foreign film that some people ever experience. And, it’s the first picture that has won both Best Picture and the Palme d’Or in over sixty years. And, yes, any film-maker around the world can now think that his or her film might win Best Picture. Yes, yes, yes. But _none_ of that matters more than this: Bong’s film fulfills the promise and the power of cinema-to transfix and transport, enthrall and entertain. You can see Bong’s passion for film as he pays heartfelt tribute to his fellow directors-he _wasn’t_ thinking of ground-breaking international awards and representation as he made this movie. _Parasite_ _was_ the best picture because it reminds us _why_ people like Bong Joon-ho and millions of movie-goers around the world fell in love with movies in the first place-it matters because exemplifies nearly perfectly why _film_ matters.
@일산발해인 I don't disagree with that. I don't think Bong and his crew wants to represent all Asians-Bong himself has said he doesn't even make movies to represent South Korea or Koreans. I was just conceding in my comment that C.S. is probably right to say that that's an image of representation for Asians, _whether or not_ Bong intends it to be (or you or I think it's right). My point, really, was, that Bong doesn't want or intend _any_ of that, true or not-the representation, the legitimacy of the Oscars, the international awards-he wants to make movies that move us, excite us, that mean as much to us as movies mean to him. With _Parasite,_ he rescued the movies from all those other reasons and brought them back to to the _real_ reason movies matter. _That's_ why _Parasite_ matters.
Although I am so impressed by their amazing win, I was sad to see the husband in the basement wasn’t nominated for an acting Oscar. His performance was phenomenal
Roma got robbed last year. Good thing Parasite won, I told everyone that Parasite was winning best picture and people we're laughing at me. I listened to myself and took a 250$ bet for best picture, guess who's laughing now ? :) On another note, it gives hope and if you an effort to watch a movie with subtitle you will discover a new world of great content ! :)
Congratulations on that bet! I wish I had the confidence to put my money where my heart was on this one, but like most people I assumed 1917 had it in the bag. Also, 100% agree about ROMA. That should absolutely have won last year.
True, But Greenbook was something dude, you will never get bored watching that again and again and again but Roma is not like that. Well Roma was a class movie and deserved Best director and Cinematography but best picture was Indeed Greenbook. Its so simple yet beautiful.
@@cineflect Couldn't beat the year I bet for Moonlight. When they announced Lala Land I went to bed straight up. GF woke me up next morning at 6:30, she told me that Moonlight won and I told her to shut up. Checked on the web it was the best feeling haha :P
I just feel so proud that Parasite won, even though I am not Korean. I am Indian, so I am a fellow Asian and have been a consumer of Korean movies and TV shows... so I feel strangely connected to it all.
I am Korean, huge lover of Parasite but never imagined Acamedy gives him the best director and the best picture award. It was one of most astonishing moments in my life! Dear Academy and US, Respect!
I've enjoyed Kim Kiduk and Lee Changdong films for several years and VERY happy to see South Korea finally be recognized for some amazing films. Respect! - From the US.
Parasite is a type of movie which would make you watch that again. I don't know there is anyone out there who has just watched it once, at least they might have watched the ending scene twice. Its so beautifully made.
Damn, in my city, after I watched it they took it away (it was time already, I watched it pretty late), I hope that, thanks to this, some cinema puts it again so I can watch it again, I can't wait to buy it!
She knew it was history in the making. You can see it on her face! Did you see the photo of her tenderly touching Joaquin's face backstage? She's a legend.
When i was first introduced to SK movies i was impressed. Hollywood movies have nothing on them. I've gotten to love them so much that reading subtitles is like nothing to me again. And i am learning the South Korean language at the same time.
I think when you mentioned “the wall” it can be metaphorically described as the “1-inch subtitles” barrier where, upon looking over, can introduce to many great films. Not many want to put effort in reading subtitles while watching a film in a different language but still a large number did look over and rewarded it 4 oscars. This is a huge step in cinema history and it took one masterpiece to continue those steps.
parasite is the epitome of a perfect film. perfect casting, cinemotography, score, pacing, choreography, storytelling. EVRYTHING about this movie is practically perfecr. if u havent seen it and wish to , please do NOT look into spoilers, go into it completelt and utterly blind. even withiut subtitles its a wild fucking ride
After I saw Snowpiercer back in 2014, I became obsessed with Bong Joon-ho. I was in tears when “Parasite” won Best Picture, the fact that Bong was finally getting the recognition he deserves.
This video made me cry, i dont know why.... But this film was sooo beautiful and seeing their reaction after getting the fruits of their hardwork must have made me cry...
But look what it took. There are probably a dozen SK films that SHOULD have already been nominated. I doubt this will happen again any time soon, unfortunately
I saw all of the top contenders for Best Picture, and it really came down to about three. Of them, Parasite clearly had the best script/writing of them. There were several scenes in it that will be unforgettable: when the old maid rings the doorbell and is seen on the video, when the wife sees the bloody napkin thinking it is TB, the drinking and dinner scene just before the doorbell ring, when the husband living underground is revealed, when the old maid has them blackmailed, when they are stuck under the table while Mr and Mrs Park are on the couch, and a few others. The editing was phenomenal imo, and the style used was passionate and expert. The acting in it was surprisingly good, and especially the daughter of the Kims (she is a very good actress) and the Parks wife (imo her and the daughter of the Kims really made the movie as far as acting although everyone was good). I was very glad it won since imo 1917 lacked a good script and lead acting despite its fine cinematography and OUTIH underachieved in the script department a little as well. Beyond the aforementioned reasons listed as to why it was important, would add that because Parasite was very artistically made and written, it also restores hope that artistic movies can win the top prize, which helps to promote originality and creativity in future movies being made, as opposed to the same old themes and kinds of stories.
The first South Korean film I watched, specifically because so many people recommended it. I'll have to start watching more subtitled films, because it was epic.
I don't know how emotional it would be for the parasite team to win Oscar but it certainly shows in your voice how it mattered to you and you seem more emotional about it. I didn't see any video with such heartwarming voice for a film! Parasite deserved it all!
IMO, Me. Bong handled theBest director award very graciously. It's wonderful that he gave acknowledgement to others in his field. I think in some ways Mr Scorsese did win insofar as we were able to see his influence to the next generation of great filmmakers. Respect!
They deserve it so much honestly korean cinema has always been to me some ofthe best productions maybe not always the best effect but you CANNOT go throught one kdrama without crying laughing and being mad so many movies like Train to busan deserve awards its truly hidden gems.
Hi, I’m a Korean film lover and I got really emotional when Parasite won best picture, I was so shocked it actually happened. And I kinda teared up watching your video. You’re right, there are many amazing Korean filmmakers that I’d love to see get more recognition and there are countless, countless extraordinary films all around the world. And this really means a lot to the start of appraise for great international films. I was really sad to see some of my friends not understand why I was so excited about this. Parasite’s best picture win is so significant for all the reasons you mentioned, thank you for making this video. :)
Parasite winning shows the Academy actually learning their lessons from previous years, particularly letting Roma win some big awards only to give Best Picture to Green Book (Roma was robbed). This movie was incredible and Bong Joon-Ho deserved all four awards. Overall, this year’s Oscars has been much better. Here’s hoping this lead the Academy to a bright new future.
@Daniel Chun I totally agree with you, but it does make you wonder what the academy is for? This is not people's choice awards. The general public isn't used to movies like Roma, but at least the Academy should recognize the better films inspite of popularity. That movie was masterfully done and it was the best of that lot. Had roma and parasite been nominated the same year for example, parasite would win for reasons you mentions in your comment
Parasite is one of it's kind that hits you where it matters. I have been watching Hollywood movies seriously for the last 16 years. There have been many masterpieces but none of the movies have questioned your existence, ethics and morality. The winner is the director and actors as well. No over the top drama which in itself is a master stroke by the actors. The only thing that lingers on your mind is the a long list of questions. What a masterpiece!! Bravo..
'Parasite' film is so inspirational for me as an aspiring film director. This winning film will never be forgotten and this will open a door for everyone who loves film-making. I salute to the person behind Parasite. You deserved all those AWARDS. More Power!
For some reason, I was expecting “1917” to win Best Picture and Sam Mendes for Best Director, but “Parasite” winning the Best Picture Oscar and Bong Joon Ho winning Best Director was a big surprise for me, in a great way! Very well-deserved and one of the finest films ever created!
I really enjoyed the great editing and narration. As a Korean, it is interesting to get to know how this movie is seen by the people in other countries. You provided us a good platform for me to see that. Thank you and good luck with your channel!
I agree it was pretty amazing, to see so many big-time Hollywood people reacting enthusiastically & emotionally, to this Korean man winning multiple Oscars. We've never seen anything like it. It doesn't feel like this is likely to become a 'trend'. It feels like there was something special about "Parasite," and people's positive reaction to Bong Joon Ho being a great director, and having a uniquely likable, humble and gracious personality.
I was expecting 1917 to win. Honestly, if 1917 won, the world would have forgotten about it by now. Foreign cinema, (not including the UK, Australia, etc) has always been amazing, since Bergman, Kurosawa, Fellini, etc, and I’ve always felt angry at the Oscars for never recognising foreign cinema. I’m so glad they’ve finally been recognised, and Parasite is definitely a film that deserves the title as the first Non-English film to win Beat Picture.
Bruh what do you mean the world would forget about 1917 by now, that films is just as good as Parasite IMO (but they are two very different films, so there's almost no use in comparing them). 1917 is such a revolutionary, technical achievement and will stand the test of time. As a war movie, it's very easy to be forgotten about and blend in among the rest, yet 1917 was so unique and so well done that it will go down as one of the best war films ever,.
MetaPlanet While Birdman’s camera work is noteworthy, it Pales in comparison to 1917. 1917 was way more challenging to get that one shot style because it went through so many different environments: trenches, craters, fields, and more. Also, the Revenant is probably considered one of Iñaritu’s best films, at least better than Birdman. The revenant also has long takes with hidden cuts. Not very many people actually saw Birdman, but it might still become a cult classic. Nonetheless, I think the revenant will become more iconic. Anyhow, Parasite is definitely worthy of being best picture and is a fantastic film, but I feel like the Academy and some people overlooked 1917. I felt it was a near perfect war film, and really just a near perfect film, I was seriously blown away, from the cinematography, to the tension, to the sets, to the characters and the acting. That’s just my opinion, and I understand if you were underwhelmed by 1917, but I am almost certain this film will become a classic and will be revered in the future.
Korean movies, dramas and some of it's music keep getting attention.. for the fact that it stays with it's roots.. it's deep.. and meaningful.. it never fails to send a message.. and I hope they won't change.. and continue to keep on digging deeper they really deserve it.. it was like getting trapped in a maze and despite the fact that you were trapped in it.. you don't even want to get out anymore and would just love to keep on going deeper..
Great analysis! I really enjoyed watching this video. Long overdue but it finally happened. I am so happy that Korean films are finally being recognized and appreciated.
An excellent commentary. It is time we look at ALL movies everywhere when giving out awards. This is not the American Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, it ALL Motion Pictures. The wall is actually the wall of not wanting to 'read' movies with subtitles. Once people climb that wall and get over it, we will truly bring down the walls surrounding and excluding great movies from being recognized and enjoyed.
Cineflect, wow, this was an incredible video. The news of Parasite scooping up Oscars brought tears to my eyes, genuinely. I love how well written and edited you video is!! Keep it up
As a Korean film maker-wannabe, I am so glad that I, or other Cinephiles can dream of winning Oscars and bunch of others! That is enough for me. Thank you for making this great video.
I am so happy that this historic moment happened this year, because this was the first year I saw all of the best picture nominated films and became super invested in the oscars themselves. Edit: This video was excellent and I cried at the end
“When I was young and starting in cinema there was a saying that I carved deep into my heart which is, 'The most personal is the most creative'”. And when Bong Joon-ho said “That quote was from our great Martin Scorsese.”, I could not hold my tears. The moment was so emotional esp when people gave him a standing ovation. I mean Scorsese is truly one of the best and well-respected directors/storytellers out there. And to know that someone as good as Bong Joon-ho acknowledged that was so beautiful. ❤️
seeing this, is awesome. my friend and i are aspiring film makers, well, we want to be, we are not too close to it just yet, but seeing this, kinda gives us hope
Greetings from Lebanon! ( a small and extremely flawed country in the Middle East). I’m so happy this masterpiece is recognized by the academy and as a college student with an interest in filmmaking I believe that great work should be seen and celebrated. I know that a movie doesn’t have to be acknowledged by the Oscars in order to be a great movie and I understand many people frustrations with the “woke” movement but believe me there are so many people around the world that have something to say and in my opinion we as people should give them a chance. I’m so sorry and I feel so ashamed of what some of my people have done in the past and maybe still do, those portrayed in the media don’t represent anyone but themselves. I strongly believe that we as people of the earth can live peacefully together with each of us having their own culture and set of beliefs but open to hearing others and maybe honoring them if we loved what they offered, this, in my opinion is the only way we can love our differences and enrich our cultures. I am also really grateful for the existence of a platform like TH-cam that let creators like you share information and start conversations. Woah I wrote a lot, maybe I said many unrelated things, but if you read this far thank you!
Thanks for your comment! YES Americans don’t give enough credit to foreign films, which is sad because they offer a glimpse into a whole other world. I hope you can make movies someday. This is why the invention of the Internet, I believe, has brought the world closer together. What did you mean about Lebanese cinema, that you were ashamed of it? And how is Lebanon right now, I was reading that there’s lots of turmoil right now. Hope you are safe.
mydogiscrazy13 thanks for the reply! Well I actually meant that I was not very comfortable with the way many people in my country think or act, like in general. As for Lebanese cinema, there are some good movies but the majority are either about war or sectarianism. So there’s no diverse themes being explored. I really can’t blame anyone for this however, because as you said my country is passing through a lot right now and always have been really. My father grew up with a civil war that lasted for approximately 20 years only to face an economic crisis now that will most likely last 20 more. So yeah, the situation isn’t great, but I’m doing fine so far, and staying productive. I think art and the internet help me cope with the current situation. Hope you are well as well! Have a nice day/night.
I had a friend once ask me why Asia hasn't come up with anything creative. This moment kinda pointed out to me how much influence things like Oscars and other types of awards have. As "shalllow" as it may be perceived it still does affect peoples judgement and for many people they would have only heard of the film, band, artist etc through these award ceremonies. Foreign cinema has always had a foot in the door but I hope this moment has blown the doors wide open, and leave people hungry for more.
To be honest, Oscars only influence Americans. They are not what they used to be. We live in a world with Internet and ppl find new things all the time. So, maybe the real question is why you ppl are so closed minded?
I am neither asian or korean but this video made me cry. I am so proud of what Parasite accomplished because it is the most deserving movie that has won Best Picture. It is absolutely fantastic and game-changing.
Parasite won purely because the Director described it's theme as anticapitalism, to which woke Hollywood lapped up. This movie was fair at best but not even worthy of a nomination. Midsommar was streets ahead of this film.
I am no from Korea, but I love to watch Korean dramas by Neflix. I am a fans of Directors, actors and pictures and I was so happy for this denomination. From Buenos Aires Argentina
This is a game changer, from now on movies will be more and more international we’ll see amazing, recognized work from all over the globe. Japanese, Korean, Arabic, German, Swedish and a lot more. I’ve been watching a lot of international movies and they’re amazing literally well made, incredible cinematography. It makes me happy to see them get some recognition.
Beautiful take. I cried tears of appreciation for how you laid the overall challenges next to the triumph of the day, while illuminating with hope for the future. Thanks for this!
@@thisisCHOPZZ That is what a movie about domestic service is all about....the daily slow, monotonous grind of menial work...good to see you sensed that!
As one of the few who has not seen this movie yet, it does not surprise me at all it won so many oscars. South Korea has been pushing out amazing movies for decades. Years ago I remember telling someone that some of the best movies I had ever watched were Korean. Also not surprised it was a film directed by Bong Joon-ho as he has made such great movies in the past.
i really do think that parasite also deserved to at least be nominated for an acting award... the way kang ho song captured so much anger and disgust and shame in just a blank, straight face during the last few scenes of the movie truly amazed me. not to mention the rest of the cast's incredible acting. but seriously, i never thought so much emotion and exhaustedness could be conveyed in just a straight face, it really stuck out to me.
Congratulations, Korea for breaking the cinematic barrier that it doesn't have to be horror and silly romcoms to appreciate Korean silver screens. It is worth experiencing all this Parasite journey. Yes, I watched a bootleg of Parasite but this movie has made me believe that there is always hope for a film that boldly displays a representation in terms of culture, society, economic status and human behaviour.
Parasites take without giving anything back. Our lives touch and are touched. We are not like stinking bugs, we are like bees and ants. Social animals. We build more and better together, even if Marxism infected everybody into thinking differences in achievement should always lead into resentment.
You said it all, for everyone, for all concerns. Great editorial! Love your use of metaphors, all very apt. There are signs of hope, therefore it matters :-)
Parasite was definitely the best movie of last year, they deserved the best picture win! It’s the first movie I ever watched that wasn’t in English but it definitely won’t be my last, it’s introduced me to so many amazing movies I was missing out on ❤️
Since I found this movie on Hulu I’ve watched it 3 times over I absolutely love it and I even watched the host and mother this guy makes really good movies
This moment, watching it live, was just so pure. It gave hope not just for cinema but for the world. It felt for the first time in a very very long time, the right thing happened, the good guys won.
Absolutely! He could have easily made that list. He’s younger than the others I mentioned, but so, so impressive with an impeccable track record so far.
From one of the best Oscar moments to one of the worst... Here's my video on why the 2021 Oscars failed: th-cam.com/video/oj47h2M0ucU/w-d-xo.html
“Once you overcome the one-inch tall barrier of subtitles, you will be introduced to so many more amazing films... I think we use only just one language: the cinema." - Bong Joon Ho
This is probably one of the most, if not the most, important quote during the awards season.
Yes! So poetic.
@@cineflect poetic indeed. I'm from a country where English is just a secondary language, and people here are used to reading subtitles just for us to enjoy movies from everywhere. It's just a matter of training oneself, I guess. I hope Parasite's win will encourage more people, especially from the West, to explore movies from around the world... because some of the best movies out there are non-English.
@@CzarsSalad Agree 100%. Sadly, a lot of Americans are not accustomed to reading subtitles. Many people say they don't want to "read" a movie, they want to "watch" a movie. It's sad because they are only doing themselves a disservice by missing out on most of the films that have ever been made and are being made each and every year. That's why this is such a big deal. PARASITE has the ability to change people's minds.
@@CzarsSalad BTW, if English is your second language you are incredibly eloquent!
Agreed!
It's such a shame some people don't watch movies because of subtitles.
Alex ZoNgMaN it really is. There are so many good international films!
you know there are millions of others who do watch movies with subtitles. Not everybody is a buffoon from USA who only speaks English
@@PlaguePriest88 exactly
I'm from Chile and watch movies and series with subtitles my whole life. That's how I learned english 😁
I love watching international movies so much that I've gotten used to watching them with eng subs. Parasite was worth watching, every moment of the movie was art.
I know. Bastards.
finally, its about time an Oscar goes to a film that doesn't deal with war, slavery, or holocaust , which the academy endures every year.
Or about screwing a fish-man! #TheShapeOfWater
@@cineflect
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Exactly
Well, it deals with something that has much in common with war, slavery and holocaust.
BadBoyBen88 Well, your premise is false. There have been other winning movies before _Parasite_ that aren’t about those topics.
I dunno why but i really love Scorsese's reaction on Parasites win. He is really proud and glad for them and his huge smile so warm
Like a father being proud of his son or a teacher seeing his best student win.
Bong is Scorcese's son and Sharon is Scorcese's grand daughter.
Like passing the torch.
Mrs. Lee he seemed sleepy to me. Not interested
Bettina bettina Martin Scorsese actually wrote a heartfelt letter to Bong after www.google.com/amp/s/www.indiewire.com/2020/02/martin-scorsese-bong-joon-ho-letter-parasite-oscar-wins-1202212336/amp/
“Parasite, after all, is just one film, but it has to start with just one film.”
As a Korean, I was really shocked to see Parasite win all the awards. But these winnings were not just for director Bong or just for South Korean Cinema Industry, but for film makers anywhere in the world. I hope many more wonderful movies around the world will get recognized by Oscar.
And your video and the comments are just as moving as Bong’s speech after winning Best Director. Thank you for this wonderful video!
I couldn't have said it any better! ❤
What a movie! A masterpiece! Outstandingly in so many ways. It deserved to win.
Another Korean movie that’s becoming a favorite in other Asian countries is Crash Landing on me...it is about North and South Korea the contrast between the dictatorship and a democratic halves of the same country. The movie is very cleverly played out as a romantic comedy, thriller and a social commentary of two cultures in the same countries. The film keeps movie goers glued to the screen from beginning to end. I do hope it will be a favorite the world over.
How that movie was shot is amazing. My favorites are during the rain the stairs , the overhead shot of the flood, the peach scene.
@@thynnthynn830 movie? I thought it was a series?
It's not just a story about Koreans. The themes of the movie and the movie itself are so universal that ppl of any country can relate with the story.
Well said. I agree.
Is it weird that I got emotional during this video? I was so moved by Bong Joon Ho winning, mainly because when he was standing on that stage I could see the true passion and love he feels for cinema and making movies, and he was so happy! As a cinephile, it made me emotional to recognize that same passion in someone else. Parasite is easily one of the greatest Best Picture winners of the decade, along with Moonlight, and Bong is definitely one of the best directors working today. I think that the Oscars have lost quite a lot of relevance , but still it's always worth paying attention when those who are relegated and marginalized by the big industry are finally shown the respect they deserve. Thanks for making this video!
Thanks for watching, Daniela. And it's not weird at all. It was a very emotional ceremony many of us.
"As a cinephile, it made me emotional to recognize that same passion in someone else" yes 1000% agree!! I was ecstatic and reliving the whole experience in this video made me tear up.
i started crying at 4:10 ahhhhhhhhh
I cried twice during this video lmao
I thought it was just me 😂 thank you for the comment and definitely, what a great video!
Sharon Choi has gotten famous in Korea for her perfect interpretations. There are tons of Korean TH-cam videos that break down how perfect they are. She does not leave anything out and perfectly translates the subtle nuances between the languages.
Really? That's awesome. What an incredible year she's had. I heard she wants to make a movie about awards season!
No one would care about her if she was fat and ugly.
The only reason she is getting famous is because some people find her attractive.
It’s harsh but it’s the truth.
@@thedon2005 nope that's what you think and could not be further from the truth. The ignorance in your words made me instantly want to hurl insults but I'll be civil and try to explain why you're mistaken. First off, Sharon is not a translator by trade. That alone is a remarkable fact considering her genius for translation. Second, she transcends your average translator with her true understanding of the subject here which is cinema. The use of her superlatives, metaphors, and vocabulary captures exactly what a movie director would have intended and that can only come from her genius of language and the subject at hand. I am fluent in both English and Korean but I have not seen anyone like Sharon in my life and many other people feel the same way hence her recognition. The speed of her translation is one thing (which is perfect) but its the subtelty in the choice of her words that binds the two languages instantaneously that truly gets to people. If you are not fluent in english and korean and understand cinema lingo, I'm afraid you will never fully understand but to say such things like shes only getting famous for her looks is quite mysognist and truly a shame.
Agreed. I've watched numerous TH-cam clips, and her translations are perfect, she does not leave anything out and she conveys the original thought completely.
You mean interpreting skills, rather than interpretation which would mean an entire different thing. But she is an extremely important instrument in Parasite's Oscar campaign.
His speech when he won Best Director is everything. It shows how deep BJH's love in creating movies and how a simple saying able to affect and inspire someone so deeply. Martin Scorsese is truly lucky to know, how he unknowingly influenced someone's passion to soar this high, while he's still alive.
The fact that BJH planned each scene in Parasite in detail proves that how involved he was personally with the big picture of this movie. Because that big picture is also what had brought Memories of Murder, Mother, and others.
i love how he mentions and endorses every other fellow nominees and how he would like to share the oscar with sam and todd (if the academy allows it)
anything the other director who planned each scene and everything. I mean everything you see in it it was Stanley Kubrick.
anything have watched BJHo's Mother with Won Bin starring in that film , one good actor too who just retired from doing films ..his last " Mam From Nowhere .." got him Best Actor ..
what is best in PARASITE .. it's real , it's happening to this world ...
This director is so humble and wholesome
It really couldn't have happened to a nicer guy. I highly recommend reading the profile on Director Bong in Vanity Fair, such a fascinating and endearing read.
I'm African American from Detroit but I feel such happiness for them, I know how much national pride this brings to them.
This is what African Americans have fought for. Not just for us but for all! Makes me proud to see things like this!
If Bong Director didn't win any, he probably as happy as winning one when he met Martin Scorsese.
The BEST Movie actually WON this time!! The good guys won!! The Academy got it SO RIGHT this time, definitely!!!
Parks = 1917
Kims = Parasite
Bunker = The other 7 films
1917 got robbed, Imma say it. Parasite is great and is still worthy of being best picture IMO, yet I can't help but think about the woke agenda the Academy has.
@@finleypetit5197 farce i acknowledge your opinion but 1917 was good but if you watch OTHER language movies and are able to get over the subtitle barrier "My Way" The war movie about two soldiers of different backgrounds one Korean and one Japanese is a better story and movie than 1917 made in 2012 was given a 7.7 on rotten tomatoes however due to people who can't get over the language barrier it was washed into the shadows. Parasite touches on every country that deals with poverty and poor people and no matter how you see there will always be poor people and to make an excuse on whether they won the award because of "WOKE" culture is farce. this something that even if you aren't woke you can understand. and yet even non of those actors in the cast of parasite didn't win an individual award because with a film like that there was no need for any actor in the movie to carry the film on there backs like the actor who played joker. so again i'll say your opinion is farce.
@@finleypetit5197 and most people wouldn't understand the ending and ending song it basically took away all the hope that we had that he would go back to the house and the whole father to come back up the stairs into the light and the song saying 500 something years is the time it would take him to buy the house making it clear that in poverty sometimes Plans to do something big don't go as planned. the movie ending gave us no hope its different from english made movies that aspire hope by the ending scene but parasite gaves a true and more accurate ending.
StarVision I’m not sure why you mentioned Joker, considering it DID only win best actor (and best original score). Look, I’m not saying that Parasite is like last year’s Greenbook win. It is truly great and worthy of being best picture. My opinion is just that if the Academy wasn’t so desperate to appear woke, 1917 most likely would have won more awards, even if not best picture. That opinion is not a farce. The golden globes did give Parasite an award (I forget what award), but 1917 won the golden globes best picture. Now, the Hollywood foreign press is not really concerned with being woke. Coincidence? Maybe, but idk.
Bong made a movie on the stage with his acceptance speech.
Right. 100% agreed. His 4 speeches looked like a well-organized shot film with 4 episodes.
Actually there were only three on-stage speeches by Bong. Unless you include the 4th one backstage.
I badly wanted Parasite to win best picture...went through a whole lot of emotions when it really did...still feels surreal
The morning after the Oscars it all felt like a dream to me... I feel like I'm going to revisit this Oscar ceremony more than any other.
Totally. But, I'm Korean. Now I can say Fuck You to everyone who ever doubted my taste in film!!!
I had tears streaming down my face when the film won. So well deserved.
The Oscars needs a best ensamble cast award.
Jack Xiao hear, hear
I think they are making a new category because I heard there are gonna combine sound mixing and sound editing into one award. Not sure when.
Jack Xiao definitely
Yea that parasite cast was insane together.
In fact, there's a part of me that questions whether or not the Best Actor/Best Actress categories could be replaced with a Best Ensemble category. Or, at the very least, it should be given out as the first or last award in a three-award segment, all centered around acting.
Yes, it matters that the best picture of the year actually winning Best Picture legitimizes the Oscars. Yes, it matters that the Academy has broadened its own horizon and that one of South Korea’s stories was heard. And, yes, it matters that seeing South Koreans onstage is a powerful image of representation for billions of Asians. It matters that more people will seek out Bong Joon-ho’s films. And, yes, it matters that this will be the first foreign film that some people ever experience. And, it’s the first picture that has won both Best Picture and the Palme d’Or in over sixty years. And, yes, any film-maker around the world can now think that his or her film might win Best Picture. Yes, yes, yes.
But _none_ of that matters more than this: Bong’s film fulfills the promise and the power of cinema-to transfix and transport, enthrall and entertain. You can see Bong’s passion for film as he pays heartfelt tribute to his fellow directors-he _wasn’t_ thinking of ground-breaking international awards and representation as he made this movie. _Parasite_ _was_ the best picture because it reminds us _why_ people like Bong Joon-ho and millions of movie-goers around the world fell in love with movies in the first place-it matters because exemplifies nearly perfectly why _film_ matters.
Beautifully said, Jeff.
@일산발해인 5:02 “…is a powerful image of representation for billions of Asians.”
@일산발해인 이건 좀 아닌듯. 맥락을 이해하고 댓글 쓰시길.
Yes.
@일산발해인 I don't disagree with that. I don't think Bong and his crew wants to represent all Asians-Bong himself has said he doesn't even make movies to represent South Korea or Koreans. I was just conceding in my comment that C.S. is probably right to say that that's an image of representation for Asians, _whether or not_ Bong intends it to be (or you or I think it's right).
My point, really, was, that Bong doesn't want or intend _any_ of that, true or not-the representation, the legitimacy of the Oscars, the international awards-he wants to make movies that move us, excite us, that mean as much to us as movies mean to him. With _Parasite,_ he rescued the movies from all those other reasons and brought them back to to the _real_ reason movies matter. _That's_ why _Parasite_ matters.
Although I am so impressed by their amazing win, I was sad to see the husband in the basement wasn’t nominated for an acting Oscar. His performance was phenomenal
yeah... he can smoothly transform and elevate each emotion in every scene!!!
RESPECT!
RESPECT
Damn the actors should’ve won smth like smh but yk
Roma got robbed last year. Good thing Parasite won, I told everyone that Parasite was winning best picture and people we're laughing at me. I listened to myself and took a 250$ bet for best picture, guess who's laughing now ? :) On another note, it gives hope and if you an effort to watch a movie with subtitle you will discover a new world of great content ! :)
can i borrow $250 its exactly the amount i need to start the lyft rental program :)
Congratulations on that bet! I wish I had the confidence to put my money where my heart was on this one, but like most people I assumed 1917 had it in the bag. Also, 100% agree about ROMA. That should absolutely have won last year.
True, But Greenbook was something dude, you will never get bored watching that again and again and again but Roma is not like that. Well Roma was a class movie and deserved Best director and Cinematography but best picture was Indeed Greenbook. Its so simple yet beautiful.
@DerpyDoge yes! are you offering?
@@cineflect Couldn't beat the year I bet for Moonlight. When they announced Lala Land I went to bed straight up. GF woke me up next morning at 6:30, she told me that Moonlight won and I told her to shut up. Checked on the web it was the best feeling haha :P
Seeing Bong smile like that is so great. He is so deserving of this.
His reaction(s) really brighten my day.
I just feel so proud that Parasite won, even though I am not Korean. I am Indian, so I am a fellow Asian and have been a consumer of Korean movies and TV shows... so I feel strangely connected to it all.
M a indian too
You don't need to feel pride based on your race - you only need to feel pride based on your appreciation of good cinema
this opened our eyes to foreign cinema so in essence everyone wins
@@robbymulvany2109 being Indian or Korean is not a race! FYI.
Indians will win the Oscars someday for sure. Already they have the most quantity.
I am Korean, huge lover of Parasite but never imagined Acamedy gives him the best director and the best picture award. It was one of most astonishing moments in my life! Dear Academy and US, Respect!
I love hearing accounts like this :) Congratulations to Korea!
Respeeeect!!!!!!!
I've enjoyed Kim Kiduk and Lee Changdong films for several years and VERY happy to see South Korea finally be recognized for some amazing films. Respect! - From the US.
Lol am I the only one who reads that “Respect!” with the voice of the man living in the basement? 🤣
Khanh Ly Ho I know. The word 'Respect' make me laugh after this movie.😆
Parasite is a type of movie which would make you watch that again. I don't know there is anyone out there who has just watched it once, at least they might have watched the ending scene twice. Its so beautifully made.
Definitely! After I saw it the first time I went back to the theater the very next day to watch it again.
i watched it once. but you know what i "ll watch it again.and i'm saving it to watch on my weekend.
Cineflect omg that’s exactly what happened to me. I went back again and watched it the next day
Damn, in my city, after I watched it they took it away (it was time already, I watched it pretty late), I hope that, thanks to this, some cinema puts it again so I can watch it again, I can't wait to buy it!
I watched it once only.
why everyone is happy when he wins is because he spreads the joy. he got recognized, then he recognizes others. what a possitivity!
It couldn't have happened to a nicer person!
I get emotional every single time i see Jane Fonda announcing Parasite as best picture and the crowd goes crazy.
She knew it was history in the making. You can see it on her face! Did you see the photo of her tenderly touching Joaquin's face backstage? She's a legend.
@@cineflect yes I did! She's everything, so glad the Academy made her present the Best Picture
When i was first introduced to SK movies i was impressed. Hollywood movies have nothing on them. I've gotten to love them so much that reading subtitles is like nothing to me again. And i am learning the South Korean language at the same time.
I think when you mentioned “the wall” it can be metaphorically described as the “1-inch subtitles” barrier where, upon looking over, can introduce to many great films. Not many want to put effort in reading subtitles while watching a film in a different language but still a large number did look over and rewarded it 4 oscars. This is a huge step in cinema history and it took one masterpiece to continue those steps.
Well said, LouLou. Having been on both sides of this wall, I know that the view is far better when you're willing to read subtitles!
park so dam's character would probably in the classic cool girl hall of fame
Have you memorized the Jessica Jingle yet? www.parasite-movie.com/jessica/
easily best supporting actress.
Park So Dam would forever be known as the girl who smoked on top of an exploding toilet.
She was my favorite character. Love the actress. Should’ve been nominated
park so-dam-cute
parasite is the epitome of a perfect film. perfect casting, cinemotography, score, pacing, choreography, storytelling. EVRYTHING about this movie is practically perfecr. if u havent seen it and wish to , please do NOT look into spoilers, go into it completelt and utterly blind. even withiut subtitles its a wild fucking ride
Adding to thathe movie is layered, dense, and anamoring like a piece of art.
After I saw Snowpiercer back in 2014, I became obsessed with Bong Joon-ho. I was in tears when “Parasite” won Best Picture, the fact that Bong was finally getting the recognition he deserves.
This video made me cry, i dont know why.... But this film was sooo beautiful and seeing their reaction after getting the fruits of their hardwork must have made me cry...
It matters because the Academy just took its big bold step to be true festival of cinema globally!!
But look what it took. There are probably a dozen SK films that SHOULD have already been nominated. I doubt this will happen again any time soon, unfortunately
It was never meant to be global 🤷♀️
I saw all of the top contenders for Best Picture, and it really came down to about three. Of them, Parasite clearly had the best script/writing of them.
There were several scenes in it that will be unforgettable: when the old maid rings the doorbell and is seen on the video, when the wife sees the bloody napkin thinking it is TB, the drinking and dinner scene just before the doorbell ring, when the husband living underground is revealed, when the old maid has them blackmailed, when they are stuck under the table while Mr and Mrs Park are on the couch, and a few others.
The editing was phenomenal imo, and the style used was passionate and expert. The acting in it was surprisingly good, and especially the daughter of the Kims (she is a very good actress) and the Parks wife (imo her and the daughter of the Kims really made the movie as far as acting although everyone was good). I was very glad it won since imo 1917 lacked a good script and lead acting despite its fine cinematography and OUTIH underachieved in the script department a little as well.
Beyond the aforementioned reasons listed as to why it was important, would add that because Parasite was very artistically made and written, it also restores hope that artistic movies can win the top prize, which helps to promote originality and creativity in future movies being made, as opposed to the same old themes and kinds of stories.
MEMORIES OF MURDER IS ONE OF THE BEST CRIME/DRAMA FILMS. That is all. Also so happy that Parasite won!
The first South Korean film I watched, specifically because so many people recommended it.
I'll have to start watching more subtitled films, because it was epic.
I don't know how emotional it would be for the parasite team to win Oscar but it certainly shows in your voice how it mattered to you and you seem more emotional about it. I didn't see any video with such heartwarming voice for a film!
Parasite deserved it all!
when you can see a movie 4 times and then want to see it a 5th time.....its means its the BEST!!!
IMO, Me. Bong handled theBest director award very graciously. It's wonderful that he gave acknowledgement to others in his field. I think in some ways Mr Scorsese did win insofar as we were able to see his influence to the next generation of great filmmakers. Respect!
Bong gave my favorite acceptance speech of the Oscars ever with his director win
They deserve it so much honestly korean cinema has always been to me some ofthe best productions maybe not always the best effect but you CANNOT go throught one kdrama without crying laughing and being mad so many movies like Train to busan deserve awards its truly hidden gems.
Hi, I’m a Korean film lover and I got really emotional when Parasite won best picture, I was so shocked it actually happened. And I kinda teared up watching your video. You’re right, there are many amazing Korean filmmakers that I’d love to see get more recognition and there are countless, countless extraordinary films all around the world. And this really means a lot to the start of appraise for great international films. I was really sad to see some of my friends not understand why I was so excited about this. Parasite’s best picture win is so significant for all the reasons you mentioned, thank you for making this video. :)
Parasite winning shows the Academy actually learning their lessons from previous years, particularly letting Roma win some big awards only to give Best Picture to Green Book (Roma was robbed). This movie was incredible and Bong Joon-Ho deserved all four awards. Overall, this year’s Oscars has been much better. Here’s hoping this lead the Academy to a bright new future.
2019 was such a great year for films. Let’s hope for the best this year
@Daniel Chun I totally agree with you, but it does make you wonder what the academy is for? This is not people's choice awards. The general public isn't used to movies like Roma, but at least the Academy should recognize the better films inspite of popularity. That movie was masterfully done and it was the best of that lot. Had roma and parasite been nominated the same year for example, parasite would win for reasons you mentions in your comment
Parasite is one of it's kind that hits you where it matters. I have been watching Hollywood movies seriously for the last 16 years. There have been many masterpieces but none of the movies have questioned your existence, ethics and morality. The winner is the director and actors as well. No over the top drama which in itself is a master stroke by the actors. The only thing that lingers on your mind is the a long list of questions. What a masterpiece!! Bravo..
'Parasite' film is so inspirational for me as an aspiring film director. This winning film will never be forgotten and this will open a door for everyone who loves film-making. I salute to the person behind Parasite. You deserved all those AWARDS. More Power!
For some reason, I was expecting “1917” to win Best Picture and Sam Mendes for Best Director, but “Parasite” winning the Best Picture Oscar and Bong Joon Ho winning Best Director was a big surprise for me, in a great way! Very well-deserved and one of the finest films ever created!
I love how Parasite multihandedly *SLAPS* anti-subtitle watchers and English only fanboys with 4 fuccin trophies
I really enjoyed the great editing and narration. As a Korean, it is interesting to get to know how this movie is seen by the people in other countries. You provided us a good platform for me to see that. Thank you and good luck with your channel!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate and value feedback from abroad.
This video made me cry. Thank you
Thanks for watching!
That was a beautifully written video. You have an enthusiastic new subscriber.
Thank you so much, Frank. Welcome to the channel!
The Korean Wave transformed my world view, I am so grateful to have opened my eyes to different cultures and languages.
I overcame the fear of that 2 inch barrier and my entertainment consumption have increased in quality.
I agree it was pretty amazing, to see so many big-time Hollywood people reacting enthusiastically & emotionally, to this Korean man winning multiple Oscars. We've never seen anything like it. It doesn't feel like this is likely to become a 'trend'. It feels like there was something special about "Parasite," and people's positive reaction to Bong Joon Ho being a great director, and having a uniquely likable, humble and gracious personality.
I was expecting 1917 to win.
Honestly, if 1917 won, the world would have forgotten about it by now.
Foreign cinema, (not including the UK, Australia, etc) has always been amazing, since Bergman, Kurosawa, Fellini, etc, and I’ve always felt angry at the Oscars for never recognising foreign cinema.
I’m so glad they’ve finally been recognised, and Parasite is definitely a film that deserves the title as the first Non-English film to win Beat Picture.
Damn ... ur comment make me crying
Bruh what do you mean the world would forget about 1917 by now, that films is just as good as Parasite IMO (but they are two very different films, so there's almost no use in comparing them). 1917 is such a revolutionary, technical achievement and will stand the test of time. As a war movie, it's very easy to be forgotten about and blend in among the rest, yet 1917 was so unique and so well done that it will go down as one of the best war films ever,.
MetaPlanet While Birdman’s camera work is noteworthy, it Pales in comparison to 1917. 1917 was way more challenging to get that one shot style because it went through so many different environments: trenches, craters, fields, and more. Also, the Revenant is probably considered one of Iñaritu’s best films, at least better than Birdman. The revenant also has long takes with hidden cuts. Not very many people actually saw Birdman, but it might still become a cult classic. Nonetheless, I think the revenant will become more iconic.
Anyhow, Parasite is definitely worthy of being best picture and is a fantastic film, but I feel like the Academy and some people overlooked 1917. I felt it was a near perfect war film, and really just a near perfect film, I was seriously blown away, from the cinematography, to the tension, to the sets, to the characters and the acting. That’s just my opinion, and I understand if you were underwhelmed by 1917, but I am almost certain this film will become a classic and will be revered in the future.
@@finleypetit5197 watched 1917 yesterday and honestly it was just another war film to me. So basic, good.... but basic
Jell O fair enough. Blew me away (no pun intended).
Korean movies, dramas and some of it's music keep getting attention.. for the fact that it stays with it's roots.. it's deep.. and meaningful.. it never fails to send a message.. and I hope they won't change.. and continue to keep on digging deeper they really deserve it..
it was like getting trapped in a maze and despite the fact that you were trapped in it.. you don't even want to get out anymore and would just love to keep on going deeper..
Koreans are really getiing recognised
Great analysis! I really enjoyed watching this video. Long overdue but it finally happened. I am so happy that Korean films are finally being recognized and appreciated.
Thank you!
An excellent commentary. It is time we look at ALL movies everywhere when giving out awards. This is not the American Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, it ALL Motion Pictures. The wall is actually the wall of not wanting to 'read' movies with subtitles. Once people climb that wall and get over it, we will truly bring down the walls surrounding and excluding great movies from being recognized and enjoyed.
Cineflect, wow, this was an incredible video. The news of Parasite scooping up Oscars brought tears to my eyes, genuinely. I love how well written and edited you video is!! Keep it up
Thank you very much, Elliot.
As a Korean film maker-wannabe, I am so glad that I, or other Cinephiles can dream of winning Oscars and bunch of others! That is enough for me. Thank you for making this great video.
I am so happy that this historic moment happened this year, because this was the first year I saw all of the best picture nominated films and became super invested in the oscars themselves.
Edit: This video was excellent and I cried at the end
“When I was young and starting in cinema there was a saying that I carved deep into my heart which is, 'The most personal is the most creative'”.
And when Bong Joon-ho said “That quote was from our great Martin Scorsese.”, I could not hold my tears. The moment was so emotional esp when people gave him a standing ovation. I mean Scorsese is truly one of the best and well-respected directors/storytellers out there. And to know that someone as good as Bong Joon-ho acknowledged that was so beautiful. ❤️
Amazing video!! I LOVED Parasite!!
Thanks, Nathan! Always happy to hear how many others are fans of this remarkable film.
seeing this, is awesome. my friend and i are aspiring film makers, well, we want to be, we are not too close to it just yet, but seeing this, kinda gives us hope
Greetings from Lebanon! ( a small and extremely flawed country in the Middle East). I’m so happy this masterpiece is recognized by the academy and as a college student with an interest in filmmaking I believe that great work should be seen and celebrated. I know that a movie doesn’t have to be acknowledged by the Oscars in order to be a great movie and I understand many people frustrations with the “woke” movement but believe me there are so many people around the world that have something to say and in my opinion we as people should give them a chance. I’m so sorry and I feel so ashamed of what some of my people have done in the past and maybe still do, those portrayed in the media don’t represent anyone but themselves. I strongly believe that we as people of the earth can live peacefully together with each of us having their own culture and set of beliefs but open to hearing others and maybe honoring them if we loved what they offered, this, in my opinion is the only way we can love our differences and enrich our cultures. I am also really grateful for the existence of a platform like TH-cam that let creators like you share information and start conversations. Woah I wrote a lot, maybe I said many unrelated things, but if you read this far thank you!
Thanks for your comment! YES Americans don’t give enough credit to foreign films, which is sad because they offer a glimpse into a whole other world. I hope you can make movies someday. This is why the invention of the Internet, I believe, has brought the world closer together. What did you mean about Lebanese cinema, that you were ashamed of it? And how is Lebanon right now, I was reading that there’s lots of turmoil right now. Hope you are safe.
mydogiscrazy13 thanks for the reply! Well I actually meant that I was not very comfortable with the way many people in my country think or act, like in general. As for Lebanese cinema, there are some good movies but the majority are either about war or sectarianism. So there’s no diverse themes being explored. I really can’t blame anyone for this however, because as you said my country is passing through a lot right now and always have been really. My father grew up with a civil war that lasted for approximately 20 years only to face an economic crisis now that will most likely last 20 more. So yeah, the situation isn’t great, but I’m doing fine so far, and staying productive. I think art and the internet help me cope with the current situation. Hope you are well as well! Have a nice day/night.
I had a friend once ask me why Asia hasn't come up with anything creative. This moment kinda pointed out to me how much influence things like Oscars and other types of awards have. As "shalllow" as it may be perceived it still does affect peoples judgement and for many people they would have only heard of the film, band, artist etc through these award ceremonies. Foreign cinema has always had a foot in the door but I hope this moment has blown the doors wide open, and leave people hungry for more.
To be honest, Oscars only influence Americans. They are not what they used to be. We live in a world with Internet and ppl find new things all the time. So, maybe the real question is why you ppl are so closed minded?
I’m not even asian and I’m happy beyond belief. I almost cried tbh.
Even watching re-runs of them announcing best director/picture, I still get so giddy and excited.
I was absolutely ecstatic to see Parasite best picture. I am excited to see more movie fans take an interest in international films.
It really is a perfect gateway film for what Korean cinema and beyond have to offer. (BTW, I love your username.)
@@cineflect Thanks, and I love your content 👉👉
Actually brought on a tear, when ya talked about why it matters!😢 Great video
Thanks, Erika!
I am neither asian or korean but this video made me cry. I am so proud of what Parasite accomplished because it is the most deserving movie that has won Best Picture. It is absolutely fantastic and game-changing.
Well said, Karlita. Thanks for watching and commenting :)
@@cineflect Thanks to you for the quality content👍
Some films we watch and we forget
and some makes us remember in a special way.. 🙂
PARASITE, very well deserved winner!!
Parasite won purely because the Director described it's theme as anticapitalism, to which woke Hollywood lapped up. This movie was fair at best but not even worthy of a nomination. Midsommar was streets ahead of this film.
ivonny lowrence , agree. Parasite is a phenomenal movie
Andrew B yea i understood. midsommer was a sick movie too but maybe hollywood just need something new after all this time *just in my opinion 😁
cindymmm11 yesss 😊
@@andyrooo6698 lmao jealous
I recommend "The Wailing" and "Oldboy". Absolute Masterpieces!
I love both of those!
I am no from Korea, but I love to watch Korean dramas by Neflix. I am a fans of Directors, actors and pictures and I was so happy for this denomination. From Buenos Aires Argentina
It really warmed my heart when I saw the news. This is Amazing 👏🏽 Bong and his crew really do deserve these rewards.
This is a game changer, from now on movies will be more and more international we’ll see amazing, recognized work from all over the globe. Japanese, Korean, Arabic, German, Swedish and a lot more. I’ve been watching a lot of international movies and they’re amazing literally well made, incredible cinematography. It makes me happy to see them get some recognition.
Beautiful take. I cried tears of appreciation for how you laid the overall challenges next to the triumph of the day, while illuminating with hope for the future. Thanks for this!
Thank you very much.
So so good. Thank you for making this video. Well done!!
Thank you, Kevin!
This video made me tear up, thank you for uploading and I love the film community x
Thank you for watching, Charlie.
Just only one thing to make me sad in winning of Parasite is that Rome was not the best picture of Oscars last year.
DOO DOO it was painfully slow and mundane dragging the story. No thanks
@@thisisCHOPZZ That is what a movie about domestic service is all about....the daily slow, monotonous grind of menial work...good to see you sensed that!
@@thisisCHOPZZ Roma is not as good as parasite but is definitely better than green book and arguably the best movie of 2018. Roma deserved better
sergio vela Rome is just way better hands down
Roma was too fucking boring and pointless
2:47 BJH is so gracious! Not only does he start his speech with deferring the praise to Martin Scorcese but also calls Bravo! for a standing ovation
Parasite winning best picture was better for the credibility of the decadent Oscar than for the film itself.
As one of the few who has not seen this movie yet, it does not surprise me at all it won so many oscars. South Korea has been pushing out amazing movies for decades. Years ago I remember telling someone that some of the best movies I had ever watched were Korean. Also not surprised it was a film directed by Bong Joon-ho as he has made such great movies in the past.
1:08 Okay I love how bong joon is looking at that oscar as if it is his baby.........
well it is.
i really do think that parasite also deserved to at least be nominated for an acting award... the way kang ho song captured so much anger and disgust and shame in just a blank, straight face during the last few scenes of the movie truly amazed me. not to mention the rest of the cast's incredible acting. but seriously, i never thought so much emotion and exhaustedness could be conveyed in just a straight face, it really stuck out to me.
This is beautiful ❤️
Congratulations, Korea for breaking the cinematic barrier that it doesn't have to be horror and silly romcoms to appreciate Korean silver screens. It is worth experiencing all this Parasite journey. Yes, I watched a bootleg of Parasite but this movie has made me believe that there is always hope for a film that boldly displays a representation in terms of culture, society, economic status and human behaviour.
Our life is parasite each other.
기생충 영원히!
공생
Parasites take without giving anything back. Our lives touch and are touched. We are not like stinking bugs, we are like bees and ants. Social animals. We build more and better together, even if Marxism infected everybody into thinking differences in achievement should always lead into resentment.
Woooow.. Congratulations direk. Proud Asian here and avid fan of kmovies and dramas.
Hey, Cineflect this is a great video, I really appreciate your perspective. Well done!
Thank you very much!
You said it all, for everyone, for all concerns. Great editorial! Love your use of metaphors, all very apt. There are signs of hope, therefore it matters :-)
Parasite was definitely the best movie of last year, they deserved the best picture win! It’s the first movie I ever watched that wasn’t in English but it definitely won’t be my last, it’s introduced me to so many amazing movies I was missing out on ❤️
Bong Joon-Ho's Best Director acceptance speech was FANTASTIC!! Bong = CLASS ACT ALL AROUND!!
Since I found this movie on Hulu I’ve watched it 3 times over I absolutely love it and I even watched the host and mother this guy makes really good movies
I'm so happy to hear this. He's one of our best.
And the world of humanity just got closer. Global Inclusiveness and acknowledgement of real talent and brilliance in filmmaking. Well done Hollywood
I love the moment when people shouting up! up! up! 👏👏👏 So precious❤
It was so heartening to see. Had to end the video with that.
This moment, watching it live, was just so pure. It gave hope not just for cinema but for the world. It felt for the first time in a very very long time, the right thing happened, the good guys won.
Your inclusion of the Kool Aid man for "breaking through many walls" **chef's kiss**
Haha, cheers!
As a Korean, this video gives me chills. Great work.
Thank you so much! I'm happy to hear this.
1:47 Plus director Na Hong-Jin. (The Chaser, The Yellow Sea, The Wailing)
Absolutely! He could have easily made that list. He’s younger than the others I mentioned, but so, so impressive with an impeccable track record so far.