Date: 11 February 2026
Time: 10:30am to 3:00pm
Location: BFI Southbank
Event details
This in-person event will focus on the representations of gender and social class via a close analysis of the 2019 Academy Award winning Korean film Parasite (Dir, Bong Joon-Ho). Throughout the day we will examine the production, political, cultural and social contexts of the film, looking at ways these affect the film’s aesthetic.
New to the A-Level Film Studies specification, our interactive introduction to the text will also include a screening of the full film, offering a unique chance to see Parasite on the big screen while preparing for the Global Cinema section of the curriculum.
We will examine the aesthetics specific to Bong’s films, in connection to particular contexts that shapes it; and apply it to analyse key sequences from Parasite. In the post-screening discussion, we will pay attention to recurring motifs and spatial construction throughout the film, focusing on their relationship to representations of family and gender.
Our in-venue events take place in one of the BFI’s auditoriums, school groups are encouraged to engage in learning activities designed to pique interest and are supported to share their thoughts and ideas helping to build confidence and deepen understanding.
Booking information
To book call 020 7849 4451 and pay using a credit/debit card or download, print and return the booking form with cheque or card details. We cannot reserve seats, send invoices or accept BACS payments.
Schools which have over 20% of students receiving free school meals should ask about a discount when booking.
Please book by 4pm, two working days before the event. However, we recommend booking earlier to avoid disappointment.
For any queries, please email schools@bfi.org.uk.
Prices
The study day costs £12.50 per student.
Accompanying teachers / adults are charged £1 per 5 students — otherwise student rate applies.
£40 for teachers attending without students.