South Korean film Parasite was named best picture at the Oscars awards ceremony in Los Angeles on Sunday. 

The movie, which is a caustic critique of class and exploitation, has become the first foreign-language production to win the much-prized award. 

First World War flick 1917, which had been spoken of as a favourite, won only technical awards – for sound, visuals and cinematography. 

Best actor went to Joaquin Phoenix for his portrayal of the Joker in the eponymous comic book film. 

Photo credit: Getty ImagesThe Parasite crew accepting their award.

Renee Zellweger won best actress for playing Judy Garland in the movie Judy.

Other big winners included: 

• Laura Dern (supporting actress for Marriage Story)

• Brad Pitt (supporting actor for Once Upon a Time in Hollywood)

• Bong Joon-ho (best director for Parasite)

• Bong Joon ho and Han Jin Won (best original screenplay for Parasite)

• Toy Story 4 (best animated feature)

Many of the stars were predictably political when accepting their awards, with Brad Pitt sermonizing on President Trump’s impeachment and Joaquin Phoenix ruminating on, among other things, the treatment of cows. 

To read the full list of winners, click here.