Bong Joon Ho is a renowned South Korean film director and screenwriter, celebrated for his unique storytelling and genre-blending style. He gained international acclaim for films like Parasite, which won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2020, making history as the first non-English language film to achieve this honor. Born on September 14, 1969, in Daegu, South Korea, Bong studied at Yonsei University and later at the Korea National University of Arts. His other notable works include Snowpiercer and Memories of Murder, both of which showcase his ability to tackle social issues through engaging narratives.