Parasite, directed by Bong Joon-ho, is a darkly comedic thriller exploring class inequality in modern South Korea. The film follows the Kim family as they scheme their way into the lives of the wealthy Park family. Its brilliant screenplay, direction, and performances captivated audiences worldwide. It made history at the 2020 Academy Awards, becoming the first non-English language film to win Best Picture. The film's universal themes of economic disparity resonated globally, proving foreign language films could achieve mainstream success in America.