As the Oscar nominees slowly get released on DVD, stop by the IMC to check out the winners and runner-ups! I was lucky enough to snag the three-time Oscar winner Parasite [IMC DVD 305.9069 P223 2020], and it did not disappoint. Parasite, directed by Bong Joon-ho, is a story about the destitute Kim family who slowly begins to infiltrate the wealthy Park family, gaining employment for all members of their family. However, the plan goes awry and the Kim family begins to make difficult choices to keep their position secure. This movie is so engaging because it starts off feeling like a heist-type movie, and then suddenly disintegrates into something else completely unexpected. It addresses class prejudices and stereotypes in a genuine way that adds authenticity to a seemingly simple film.
I also had the opportunity to watch the film Once Upon a Time In Hollywood [IMC DVD 791.4502 O58 2019], and I ended up enjoying it more than I thought. This Quentin Tarantino film uses the event of the Manson murders as the backdrop for its story, and knowing the historic background really adds character and depth to this movie. While I liked Leonardo DiCaprio’s character, my favorite was Brad Pitt’s character, an out-of-work stunt man. Understandably, Pitt ended up winning the Oscar for best supporting actor, and I think he deserved it. As a side note, since this is a Tarantino film, be forewarned that there is some excessive violence.
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