Bong Joon Ho

South Korean visionary and innovator, Bong Joon Ho, was born in 1969 in Daegu, South Korea and has been actively shaping contemporary cinema since 1995. He is renowned for his work in drama, crime, and thriller genres, with his most famous films including "Parasite," "Snowpiercer," and "The Host," with "Parasite" earning him four Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director. His distinctive authorial style often combines dark humor with serious social commentary, challenging traditional genre boundaries.

Bong Joon Ho's passionate and unflinching commitment to storytelling not only sets him apart but also affirms his status as a true master of cinema, unafraid to explore the uncomfortable realities of society.