WARNING: This article contains SPOILERS for Mickey 17.With the release of critically acclaimed Mickey 17.
Bong's Snowpiercer follows the surviving of humanity living together on a train traveling across the Earth after a second Ice Age ravages the planet. The two movies have different concepts, but Bong injects Snowpiercer and Mickey 17 with his distinctive style of storytelling that has made him one of the most revered film directors in recent history. It has also helped make Snowpiercer a modern classic that demands to be experienced by more audiences.
Bong Joon-ho's Snowpiercer Is Similar To Mickey 17
Snowpiercer & Mickey 17 Match In Story, Setting, & Tone
Both Snowpiercer and Mickey 17 revolve around a lower-class citizen of a dystopian world who ends up leading a revolution against the corrupt elite ruling his society onboard a traveling vessel. In the case of Snowpiercer, Chris Evans' hardened protagonist, Curtis, leads a brutal war against the oppressive engers of the train's front cars. Snowpiercer also shares the kind of dark humor seen in Mickey 17, albeit with a more serious tone.
Is Mickey 17 worth seeing in theaters opening weekend?
Mickey 17 is sure to get viewers thinking as it is easy to compare to the world we are living in today. On paper it might not seem like it, but this movie is absolutely an allegory for our government, making it quite political. At the same time, it is filled with goofy humor and several unforgettable performances. Robert Pattinson does a phenomenal job playing several different characters, all of whom might look the same but very clearly feel like their own individuals. Mark Ruffalo does his best Donald Trump impersonation and while that might not have been on purpose, it is impossible not to see it. The movie is a tad on the long side and could have used a bit of cleaning up, but it is still worth seeing on the big screen. It does not need to be opening weekend, however, as there are not really any big twists or turns that could spoil the entire thing for you if you wait a week or two.
While Snowpiercer takes place on an Earth overcome by a second Ice Age, Mickey 17 is mainly set on the ice planet Niflheim. Both stories show the characters fighting for humanity's survival as the villains try to carry out systematic genocide. However, Mickey 17's story also addresses issues of imperialism as the fascist Kenneth Marshall (Mark Ruffalo) tries to wipe out Niflheim's native inhabitants to make way for his new world and his "pure" human race.
Why Snowpiercer Is One Of Bong Joon-ho's Best Films
Snowpiercer Is A Bloody & Brilliant Blockbuster Satire
Long before he directed Parasite, Bong Joon-ho set himself apart from other big-budget directors with Snowpiercer. Similar to Mickey 17, Snowpiercer presents a satirical, action-packed story that's huge in scope despite its confined setting on the train, with brilliant production design and performances. The vehicle itself serves as a symbol of the social hierarchy and the stark divide between the upper and lower classes, bringing up issues of poverty, systematic oppression, and humanity's dark nature.
While Mickey is an unfortunate man treated as "expendable" in Mickey 17, Curtis is chosen for a higher purpose in a way that makes one question the idea of free will in a corrupt society.
Ultimately, Curtis' journey to the front of the train in Snowpiercer is a thrilling and emotional rollercoaster rife with political and religious allegory. It all culminates in a heartbreaking revelation about the totalitarian system that has controlled his life and orchestrated the suffering he endured. While Mickey is an unfortunate man treated as "expendable" in Mickey 17, Curtis is chosen for a higher purpose in a way that makes one question the idea of free will in a corrupt society.
“The Pipeline Is Fully Going”: Bong Joon Ho’s Next Movie After Mickey 17 Gets Early Release Window As He 100+ People Are Currently Working On It
Mickey 17 finally comes out next week, but director Bong Joon Ho is already talking about his big-scale next movie, teasing the release date.
Given the amount of time it took for Mickey 17 to appear in theaters after Parasite, it may be a while before Bong releases his next picture. Fortunately, Snowpiercer remains an exciting and thought-provoking precursor to Bong's clone-filled film that deserves to be experienced more than once. It's a hard-hitting social commentary that has stayed relevant for over a decade since its release, all while presenting a dark and bloody comic book epic.
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Snowpiercer
6/10- Release Date
- July 11, 2014
- Runtime
- 126 Minutes
- Director
- Bong Joon-ho
Cast
Jamie Bell
WHERE TO WATCH
RENTBUYSnowpiercer is a post-apocalyptic sci-fi film directed by Bong Joon-ho. The narrative takes place aboard a perpetually moving train carrying the last remnants of humanity after a failed climate-change experiment freezes the planet. Chris Evans stars as Curtis, who leads a group of lower-class engers in a rebellion against the oppressive elite at the front of the train. The film explores themes of class struggle and survival.
- Writers
- Bong Joon Ho, Jacques Lob, Benjamin Legrand, Jean-Marc Rochette
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Mickey 17
8/10- Release Date
- February 28, 2025
- Runtime
- 137 minutes
- Director
- Bong Joon Ho
Cast
Mickey Barnes
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WHERE TO WATCH
StreamingRENTBUYMickey 17 is a science fiction film following Mickey Barnes, who faces an unusual employment situation with his job demanding a life-threatening level of commitment. The narrative explores themes of sacrifice and survival as Mickey navigates the complex challenges posed by his unique professional obligations.
- Writers
- Bong Joon Ho, Edward Ashton
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