PARASITE MOVIE SUMMARY

 

"Parasite" is a South Korean black comedy thriller film directed by Bong Joon-ho. It tells the story of the impoverished Kim family, who cunningly infiltrate the wealthy Park family's household, resulting in unexpected consequences.

Summary of the movie:

The Kim family, consisting of father Ki-taek, mother Chung-sook, son Ki-woo, and daughter Ki-jung, struggle to make ends meet while living in a cramped semi-basement apartment. When Ki-woo's friend Min-hyuk offers him a chance to tutor the wealthy Park family's daughter, Da-hye, he seizes the opportunity. Manipulating the Parks' trust, Ki-woo gradually integrates his family members into the lives of the unsuspecting Parks. His sister, Ki-jung, poses as an art therapist for their young son, Da-song, while their parents take on the roles of chauffeur and housekeeper.

As the Kims immerse themselves in the luxurious lifestyle of the Parks, they revel in their newfound wealth and status. However, their scheme is threatened when they discover that the previous housekeeper, Moon-gwang, and her husband, Geun-sae, have been secretly living in the basement of the Park residence. A tense confrontation between the two families ensues, revealing the stark class divide and the lengths the Kims are willing to go to maintain their newfound positions.

The story takes a dark turn when the Parks leave for a camping trip, leaving the Kim family to enjoy their temporary luxury. Unexpectedly, Geun-sae reveals a secret passage within the basement, leading to a hidden underground bunker. Here, the Kims find Geun-sae's wife, Moon-gwang, and learn that she had been exploiting the Parks' gullibility for years. The situation spirals out of control when Moon-gwang and Geun-sae attack the Kims, resulting in deaths and injuries.

As the Parks return early from their trip due to torrential rain, chaos erupts in the Park residence. Ki-taek, in a fit of desperation and resentment, fatally stabs the Parks' patriarch, Mr. Park, during a confrontation. In the aftermath, the Kim family is torn apart and scattered, with Ki-woo sustaining a severe head injury and being imprisoned for the crime.

Character summaries:

Ki-taek (Mr. Kim): The patriarch of the Kim family, Ki-taek is intelligent, resourceful, and harbors deep resentment towards the upper class. He is willing to cross moral boundaries to improve his family's socioeconomic standing. However, his anger and desperation ultimately lead to a tragic and violent outcome.

Chung-sook (Mrs. Kim): As the matriarch of the Kim family, Chung-sook is a pragmatic and strong-willed woman. She is willing to go to great lengths to secure a better future for her family. Despite her tough exterior, she also shows compassion and care for her children.

Ki-woo (Kevin): The son of the Kim family, Ki-woo is ambitious and quick-witted. He seizes an opportunity to infiltrate the Park family by posing as a tutor. Ki-woo becomes the driving force behind the plan and initially enjoys the benefits of their deception. However, his dreams are shattered when the scheme takes a dark turn.

Ki-jung (Jessica): Ki-jung is Ki-woo's sister, a skilled artist, and an expert forger. She plays an essential role in manipulating the Parks' trust by posing as an art therapist for the young Park son. Ki-jung is cunning and resourceful, but like the rest of her family, she faces the consequences of their actions.