Robert Pattinson in Space: The First "Mickey 17" Trailer!

"Parasite" director Bong Joon-ho is back with a new film and sends Robert Pattinson into space as a clone in "Mickey 17". Also among the cast: Steven Yeun, Mark Ruffalo and Toni Collette. The first trailer is here!

The Story of Mickey 17

The film is an adaptation of the novel of the same name by Edward Ashton. The story revolves around a clone called Mickey7, who is sent to the ice planet Niflheim to help an expedition crew. His benefit: he is replaceable. Should he have an accident on a mission, a new clone with his previous memories is simply sent to take his place. When Mickey7 disappears from the scene for a short time, he is shocked to discover: Mickey8 has already been sent to replace him. But Mickey7 doesn't want to die yet.

"Mickey 17" promises to be an exciting sci-fi drama. It is directed by the legendary Bong Joon-ho, who is known for works such as "Parasite", "Memories of Murder" and "Snowpiercer". "Mickey 17" will be released in cinemas on January 31, 2025.

The Career of Bong Joon-ho

Bong Joon-ho is one of the most influential directors of modern cinema. The South Korean filmmaker gained worldwide recognition for his works, which are a unique blend of black humor, sharp social criticism and gripping storytelling. His career reflects a remarkable journey – from his beginnings in the South Korean film scene to his rise as an acclaimed director on the global stage.

Early Years and Entry into the Film World

Bong Joon-ho was born on September 14, 1969 in Daegu, South Korea. He grew up in an intellectual family, with his father being a respected designer and his grandfather a well-known author. This artistic environment shaped Bong's interest in art and film in particular. During his studies at Yonsei University, where he studied sociology, Bong developed his passion for cinema. He also graduated from the Korean Film Academy, where he learned the craft of filmmaking.

Bong began his career working on short films and as an assistant on various movie projects. He made his feature film debut in 2000 with "Barking Dogs Never Bite", a black comedy about an unemployed college professor who tries to get rid of barking dogs in his neighborhood. Although the movie was not initially a great success at the box office, it received positive reviews and already featured many of the characteristic features of Bong's later works, such as the mixture of humor and social criticism.

Breakthrough with "Memories of Murder" and International Recognition

His breakthrough came in 2003 with the film "Memories of Murder", a dark thriller based on a true series of murders in South Korea. The movie tells the story of two disparate detectives trying to catch a serial killer, while also addressing the social and political tensions of the 1980s in South Korea. The film was not only a commercial success, but also received numerous awards and recognition, both in South Korea and internationally. It established Bong Joon-ho as one of his country's leading directors.

Bong's next big success was "The Host", a monster movie that tells the story of a family fighting back against a mutated creature that rises from the Han River and terrorizes the city. "The Host" was both a box office hit and a critics' favorite and showed Bong's ability to transcend genre boundaries. This was followed three years later by "Mother", a biting thriller in which a mother desperately looks for a killer who framed her son for the murder of a girl.

With "Snowpiercer", Bong ventured into international cinema. The film, which is based on a French graphic novel, was shot with an international cast including Chris Evans, Tilda Swinton and Octavia Spencer. "Snowpiercer" is a dystopian sci-fi thriller set on a train orbiting a post-apocalyptic Earth. The film deals with themes such as class differences and social injustice. It received positive reviews worldwide and cemented Bong's reputation as an international director.

This was followed in 2017 by "Okja", a movie about a genetically modified super pig and the girl who tries to save it from a powerful company. The project was a collaboration with Netflix and received acclaim for its mix of adventure, compassion and environmental themes. The movie premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and was very popular.

The Oscar for "Parasite"

The highlight of Bong's career came in 2019 with "Parasite". The film, which subtly intertwines the lives of two families – one wealthy and one poor – is a razor-sharp satire on social inequalities in modern society. "Parasite" won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival and went on to take the world by storm. Bong Joon-ho made history at the 2020 Academy Awards when his work became the first non-English-language film to win the Oscar for "Best Picture". In total, "Parasite" won four Oscars, including the one for "Best Director".