‘Parasite’ at the Oscars: South Korean film nominated for six awards

The South Korean film Parasite has emerged as a surprise contender at the Academy Awards this weekend.
A dark comedy thriller that has already won the Palme D’Or at Cannes as well as a Golden Globe, it’s been nominated for six Oscars, including Best Picture.
As Al Jazeera’s Rob McBride reports from South Korea, its strong social message has proved a big draw at the box office.

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