Obscene Scholar

About This Movie

So, 'Obscene Scholar' is quite the oddity from 2016 that blends historical romance with a bit of time travel. The character Park Yong-joo, this notorious playboy from the Joseon era, really gets himself tangled up with a woman who is no joke. The way the film captures his desperate run for freedom is intriguing, especially when he suddenly finds himself in the modern world. The pacing feels a bit uneven at times, but it adds to the disorientation of his character. What’s fascinating is how he encounters these two women who could give him a run for his money in terms of chaos. The performances are spirited, and there’s this playful yet chaotic atmosphere that’s hard to shake off. It’s not your run-of-the-mill romance, that’s for sure.

Interesting blend of historical and modern elements · The chaotic encounters with women are quite entertaining · Pacing may feel off but enhances the story's disorientation