Parasite

In “Parasite,” an instance of egoism is reflected when the Kim family decides to scheme their way into employment with the Park family. They prioritize their own welfare and employment over honesty and the well-being of the Park family and their current staff. The possible outcomes were short-term benefits, long-term consequences, and impact on others. Initially, the Kim family’s deception results in financial stability and an improved lifestyle, which is the desired outcome from an egoistic point of view. Over time, the constant stress of maintaining their lies could lead to psychological strain, and if discovered, the potential for their situation to worsen than it was before. Thereafter, the Park family and the original house staff suffer from the deception, which could lead to job loss for the innocent staff and emotional distress for the Parks. If I were to make a decision in this scenario based on egoism, I would likely proceed with the deception, as egoism is concerned with the action that maximizes one’s own self-interest. The moral value at play here is self-interest, and the principle is to act in a way that best benefits oneself, even if it comes at the expense of others.