6.5/10 – A flawed but fascinating anthology for serious cinema enthusiasts. Dvdbay Reviews Now
In the landscape of Korean cinema, 2017 was a year defined by blockbuster hits like A Taxi Driver and critical darlings like The Handmaiden (2016 release, but widely watched in 2017). However, lurking in the shadows of these mainstream successes was a film that perplexed, shocked, and divided audiences: "Roman Holiday" (로마의 휴일) . Premiere Pro Language Packs - Intend To Post
The film brings together four directors—Kim Ki-duk, Jang Hoon, Min Kyu-dong, and Han Ji-seung—to explore themes of obsession, desire, and the darker aspects of the human psyche. The "Roman Holiday" title frames these stories as a vacation from reality, but the destination is a descent into madness.