Trump Criticizes "Why Give Awards to Korean Films," 'Parasite' Distributor Responds "Understandable Since He Can't Read Subtitles"

The American distributor of the movie 'Parasite' criticized President Donald Trump's remarks regarding the Academy Awards. / Photo by Twitter homepage capture

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Lim Juhyung] Amid U.S. President Donald Trump's strong criticism during a campaign rally of the Korean film Parasite winning four Academy Awards, the film's U.S. distributor commented, "It's understandable. He can't read subtitles."

NEON, the U.S. distributor of Parasite, posted on its official Twitter account on the 21st (local time) along with a video of President Trump's campaign rally, making this remark.

On the 20th, President Trump visited Colorado Springs, Colorado, and gave a campaign speech. At that time, he said, "How bad the Academy Awards were this year," and mentioned Parasite, saying, "A Korean film won an award."

He continued, "We already have enough problems with Korea in trade," and added, "On top of that, we gave them the Best Picture award this year. Is that a good thing?" and said, "I don't know."

He also pointed out, "I thought it only won Best Foreign Language Film," and said, "In the past, many foreign films have won that award. But this (Parasite) was not."

President Trump also mentioned American actor Brad Pitt, who won Best Supporting Actor at this year's Academy Awards. He said, "Brad Pitt also won an award, but I am definitely not a big fan of his," and called him "a little wise guy."

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