1) Into what genres would you place Parasite?
2) Does Parasite adhere to or subvert genre conventions? How does this affect
your expectations and experience?
3) How would you describe the tone of Parasite?
In your response regarding the tone, Consider and focus on no more than
three of the following of your choice:
• The Emotional Quality: the emotions that dominate the film.
• The Atmosphere: Describe the atmosphere or mood the film creates. Are
they light-hearted, tense, dark, dreamy, or somber?
• The Visual Style: Consider the visual elements. Is the film visually bright
and colorful, or are they more muted and subdued? Does it have a gritty,
realistic look, or is it stylized and fantastical?
• Dialogue: Consider the dialogue. Is it witty and humorous, serious, and
philosophical, or filled with tension and conflict?
• Soundtrack: Reflect on the film’s soundtracks and music. Does the
music contribute to the tone? Is it melodic, suspenseful, or dissonant?
• Narrative Style: Think about the way the story is told. Is it
straightforward and linear, or does it use non-linear storytelling
techniques that affect the tone?
• Themes: Consider the underlying themes of the film. Do they contribute
to the overall tone? For example, a film exploring themes of hope and
redemption may have an uplifting tone.