Media Blog Project # 2
Mickey 17 Introduction I decided to review Mickey 17 because I’m a fan of sci-fi movies and this one had a really interesting story that caught my attention. Directed by Bong Joon-ho, the Oscar-winning filmmaker behind Parasite . It stood out to me not only because of its futuristic concept but also due to its mix of dark humor, cloning, and social commentary. The idea of a man being repeatedly cloned every time he dies is both thought-provoking and emotionally intense. The film has also gained a lot of attention in the media because of its cast, especially Robert Pattinson in the lead role, and Bong’s reputation for pushing genre boundaries. Summary Mickey 17 is a science fiction film released in March 2025, directed by Bong Joon-ho and based on the novel Mickey7 by Edward Ashton. The movie follows the story of Mickey Barnes, a disposable worker known as an “Expendables” who is sent on dangerous missions that usually result in death. Every time ...