Bong Joon-ho’s 'Mickey 17' Explores Disposable Humanity in Dystopian Sci-Fi Satire

The Oscar-winning director's latest film critiques societal inequality and existential nihilism through a darkly comedic lens.

Bong Joon-ho's 'Mickey 17' marks his first film since 2019's 'Parasite,' blending sci-fi, satire, and social commentary.
Robert Pattinson stars as Mickey, a human 'expendable' who is repeatedly cloned and killed to perform dangerous tasks on an icy, alien planet.
The film critiques class inequality and corporate exploitation, with a dystopian setting highlighting the expendability of human lives in pursuit of profit.
Mark Ruffalo delivers a standout performance as a smug authoritarian leader, drawing parallels to contemporary political figures.
While praised for its ambition and thematic depth, the film's grim tone and grotesque humor have divided critics, raising questions about its box office appeal.