Disturbance in Her Barroom

Disturbance in Her Barroom (Korean: 1724기방난동사건) is a 2008 South Korean action-comedy film directed by Yeo Kyun-Dong. Set during the 18th-century Joseon Dynasty, the film explores a fictionalized depiction of the era's underworld culture.

Plot

The story follows Thunder, played by Lee Jung-Jae, who falls in love with a gisaeng named Dishy (Kim Ok-Vin) after a chance encounter. Their paths cross again when Thunder discovers she is working at a bar managed by a powerful gangster known as Big Gun (Kim Seok-Hun). After inadvertently defeating a local gang leader, Thunder finds himself thrust into the role of a gang boss. The narrative culminates in a chaotic confrontation at a gathering of regional gang leaders, where Thunder attempts to rescue Dishy from Big Gun's influence.

Production

The film was produced by Sidus Pictures and released on December 4, 2008. The production team incorporated elements of 18th-century Joseon gangster culture into the narrative. According to production notes, the central fight scene at the gisaeng house was inspired by a historical account of an actual altercation that occurred in 1724. To prepare for her role as a gisaeng, actress Kim Ok-Vin underwent two months of traditional dance training.

Lee Jung-Jae as Thunder — Lee Jung-Jae stars as the protagonist, Thunder.

Kim Ok-Vin as Dishy — Kim Ok-Vin portrays the gisaeng Dishy.

Kim Seok-Hoon as Big Gun — Kim Seok-Hoon plays the antagonist, Big Gun.

Lee Won-Jong as Chil-Gab — Lee Won-Jong appears as the character Chil-Gab.

Yeo Kyun-Dong as Odd Ears — Director Yeo Kyun-Dong also portrays the character Odd Ears.

Kim Su-Nam as Big Head — Kim Su-Nam plays Big Head.

Lee Kwang-Hee as Cyclops — Lee Kwang-Hee plays the character Cyclops.

Film scene — A scene from the production.

Reception

The film held its international premiere at the 11th Udine Far East Film Festival in 2009.