Drug Peddler (2015 Film)

Drug Peddler (Korean: 약장수; RR: Yakjangsoo) is a 2015 South Korean drama film written and directed by Jo Chi-Un. The film explores the struggles of Il-Bum, a man facing severe financial hardship, as he attempts to provide for his family.

Plot

The story follows Il-Bum (played by Kim In-Kwon), a man burdened by debt and unable to secure stable employment. Desperate to pay for his daughter's medical expenses, he takes a job at a company that sells health supplements and food products. His role involves catering to elderly customers, primarily women, by providing companionship and entertainment. The narrative takes a turn when he encounters Ok-Nim, an elderly woman living in isolation whose son is a prosecutor.

Cast

The film features an ensemble cast including:

• Kim In-Kwon as Il-Bum
• Park Chul-Min as Chul-Joong
• Lee Joo-Sil as Ok-Nim
• Choi Jae-Hwan as Ho-Chul
• Jung Hyung-Suk as Hyung-Soo

Production

The film was directed and written by Jo Chi-Un. It was produced by Kim Jong-Min, Park Se-Joon, and Park Jae-Hyun. The cinematography was handled by Jung Ki-Won. The film was released in South Korea on April 23, 2015, with a runtime of 104 minutes.