Bong Joon-ho

A Video Essay Guide to the 92nd Academy Awards

Before you watch the Oscars, watch these video essays to better understand some of this year's nominees, and remember some… Read More

How ‘Parasite’ Editor Yang Jin-mo Shaped the Film of the Year

One of the most important artists in Bong Joon-ho's filmmaking circle discusses the process of transcending genre to create a… Read More

How ‘Parasite’ Uses Architecture and Landscape to Tell a Story

Using intricate set-pieces, 'Parasite' delivers a biting class-commentary. Read More

Bong Joon-ho on Why All His Films are Monster Movies, Including ‘Parasite’

Don't worry, that's not a spoiler. Just a fact. Read More

Building the Propaganda of ‘Snowpiercer’

By virtue of its highly-detailed production design, Bong Joon-ho's dystopian locomotive nightmare effectively portrays, challenges, and shatters the dangers of… Read More

‘Parasite’ Review: Bong Joon-ho’s Latest Is a Tragicomic Thrill Ride

The hijinks of 'Home Alone' meet the absurd comedic sensibilities of 'Burn After Reading' meets the dramatic commentary of 'The… Read More

25 Perfect Shots From the Past 25 Years of Cannes

The festival of master auteurs is a one-stop shop for perfect shots. Read More

Rack Focus and the Gradual Presentation of Information

Watch a video essay that breaks down a vital visual storytelling technique. Read More

Director Bong Joon-ho, Tilda Swinton, and Jake Gyllenhaal reveal ‘Okja’

The director and stars of 'Okja' reflect on one of the biggest films (and monsters) of the summer. Read More