Bong Joon-ho

South Korean Director & Screenwriter Known for "Parasite" and "Okja"

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Bong Joon-ho Biography

Bong Joon-ho is a South Korean film director, producer, and screenwriter renowned for his award-winning films. Known for his distinctive genre-mixing, black humor, and abrupt tone shifts, his filmography often delves into social and class themes. He received three Academy Awards and has directed popular films such as "Memories of Murder" (2003), "The Host" (2006), "Snowpiercer" (2013), and "Parasite" (2019).

In 2019, Bong achieved international acclaim with "Parasite," being the first Korean director to win the prestigious Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. The film also set a milestone by becoming the first South Korean film to receive Academy Award nominations, eventually winning Best Picture and making history as the first non-English language film to do so. Bong also received the Best Director Oscar for his work on "Parasite."

Previously, he had directed his debut film, the black comedy "Barking Dogs Never Bite" in 2000, which won awards at the Slamdance Film Festival and Hong Kong International Film Festival. His second film, "Memories of Murder" (2003), was a critical and popular success that won Best Picture and Best Director at the Grand Bell Awards in 2003.

Apart from his feature films, Bong has also contributed to anthology film projects, served as a jury member at various film festivals, including the 27th Sundance Film Festival, and has been included on Metacritic's list of the 25 best film directors of the 21st century. In 2020, he was included in Time's annual list of 100 Most Influential People and Bloomberg 50.

Bong Joon-ho's successful career and wide-ranging influence in the film industry make him a well-respected figure. His ability to blend different genres and tackle complex themes in his films, along with his dedication to his craft, make his work stand out in the global film community.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/28/2024.

Bong Joon-ho Videos

  • Bong Joon Ho and 'Parasite' Sweep Oscars - Full Backstage Interview
    “Parasite” made history at the 92nd Academy Awards on Sunday night, becoming the first foreign language film to win best picture. The victory...
  • Bong Joon Ho Accepts the Oscar for Directing
    Watch Bong Joon Ho's Oscar 2020 acceptance speech for Directing for PARASITE. Watch more highlights from Oscars 2020 on Oscar.com and in the ABC app!
  • BONG JOON HO Master Class | Festival 2017
    Join us for a rare and illuminating journey into the cinematic world of one of South Korea's most versatile writer-directors, Bong Joon Ho! A true...

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Bong Joon-ho is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics . The estimated speaking fee range to book Bong Joon-ho for your event is $200,000 and above. Bong Joon-ho generally travels from South Korea and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Daniel Dae Kim, Mark Ronson, Spike Lee, Chloé Zhao and Olivia Colman. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Bong Joon-ho for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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