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Robert Pattinson Stars in Bong Joon Ho's Futuristic Sci-Fi 'Mickey 17'
14 Nov
Summary
- Bong Joon Ho's sci-fi follow-up to 'Parasite' set in 2025
- Robert Pattinson plays 'expendable' worker who dies and is reprinted
- Lavish, IMAX-scale production with ensemble cast including Mark Ruffalo
In the year 2025, director Bong Joon Ho is set to release his highly anticipated sci-fi follow-up to the Oscar-winning 'Parasite'. Titled 'Mickey 17', the film stars Robert Pattinson as Mickey, a goofy 'dead-ender' who signs a contract to work in space as an 'expendable' - meaning he will die and be reprinted, time after time, for the sake of scientific progress.
However, one day Mickey's death doesn't go quite as planned, leading to the advent of multiple versions of himself. This development triggers a chaotic chain of events, as Bong Joon Ho explores themes of the commodification of human life in a lavish, IMAX-scale sci-fi epic.
Alongside Pattinson, the film boasts an impressive ensemble cast including Mark Ruffalo, Toni Collette, Naomi Ackie, and Steven Yeun. While maintaining Bong's signature social commentary, 'Mickey 17' is described as a more 'Hollywood' affair, with its grand production values and star-studded lineup.
