Roman Holiday 2017
Meet the unlikeliest team of would-be outlaws in *Roman Holiday (2017)*, a Korean comedy-drama that blends criminal capers with chaotic charm.
Director: Lee Deok-hui
Cast
Im Chang-jung
In Han
Gong Hyung-jin
Gilberto Joo
Jung Sang-hoon
Doo Man
Kang Shin-il
Detective Squad Chief Ahn
Mr. Pang
Tae Jeon
Han So-yeong
Yu Ran
Ha Do-kwon
Detective Lee
Im Cheol-hyung
Seo Gi-cheol
Kim Jung-pal
Na Seong-gi
Son Min-seok
Manager
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roman Holiday (2017) about?
*Roman Holiday* follows three friends who hatch a wildly impractical scheme to become robbers, only to find themselves holding 'hostages' who are just as lost as they are. Their series of botched heists turns into a surreal journey of self-discovery, where chaos and camaraderie collide. Think of it as a mix of *Ocean's Eleven* meets *Waiting for Godot*, but with a distinctly Korean twist.
Who directed Roman Holiday?
The film was directed by Lee Deok-hui, known for blending sharp comedic timing with poignant character studies in his work.
Who stars in Roman Holiday?
The film features Im Chang-jung, Gong Hyung-jin, and Jung Sang-hoon as the trio of wannabe thieves, with support from Kang Shin-il, Mr. Pang, and Han So-yeong.
Is Roman Holiday (2017) worth watching?
*Roman Holiday* is a charmingly low-stakes comedy with enough wit and heart to make it an enjoyable watch. While it doesn't aim for high-octane thrills, its offbeat humor and relatable themes of frustration and friendship give it a distinct appeal. Fans of indie comedies with a touch of existential dread will likely find it satisfying.
How long is Roman Holiday?
The runtime for *Roman Holiday* is 108 minutes, or 1 hour and 48 minutes.
About Roman Holiday (2017) — A Comedy About Three Friends Playing at Being Thieves
Meet the unlikeliest team of would-be outlaws in *Roman Holiday (2017)*, a Korean comedy-drama that blends criminal capers with chaotic charm. Directed by Lee Deok-hui, the film follows three hapless friends—each stuck in a rut—who decide to shake off their mundane lives by staging a series of amateurish heists. Their targets? Random strangers they've convinced to play the role of hostages. What starts as a flimsy plan quickly spirals into a farce of miscommunication, bad luck, and unexpected moments of humanity. With its mix of slapstick humor and heartfelt reflection, *Roman Holiday* captures the absurdity of chasing dreams while feeling like an outsider in your own story.
The atmosphere is lighthearted but tinged with melancholy, as the trio's bumbling antics highlight their deeper struggles with purpose and connection. Im Chang-jung leads the charge with deadpan comic timing, while Gong Hyung-jin and Jung Sang-hoon round out the misfit crew with their own quirks and mishaps. It's a story about reinvention, even if the reinvention is as messy as a botched robbery. Perfect for fans of underdog comedies that sneak in emotional depth between the laughs.
