Attack on the Pin-Up Boys

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Attack on the Pin-Up Boys is a 2007 South Korean high school mystery comedy film. It’s the first film from SM Pictures and stars almost all the members of the boy band Super Junior, with Kyuhyun unable to participate due to injuries sustained in a car accident. The film is also known as Flower Boys’ Series of Terror Events.

Plot in simple terms
A string of attacks on popular high school students—so-called flower boys—begins on the 14th of each month, starting on Valentine’s Day. Two students, Kibum and Donghae, decide to investigate who is behind the attacks. Meanwhile, Heechul and Kangin try to become the next targets to boost their own popularity. The case draws national attention, and the media dubs it Attack on the Pin-Up Boys, which makes the victims more famous. As the months go by, more clues emerge, and the story blends high school life with online culture and celebrity obsession. The latest attack happens on May 14, and the investigation builds toward a surprising conclusion, with Donghae becoming the final victim as the mystery winds down.

Production and release
- Director: Lee Kwon
- Writer: Park Yeon-seon
- Cast: all members of Super Junior except Kyuhyun (injured during filming). Leeteuk’s role was replaced by Kim Hee-chul due to Leeteuk’s accident, and Kyuhyun’s role was taken by Han Geng due to his injuries.
- Producers: SM Pictures and Pollux Pictures
- Distributor: Cheongarahm M&F
- Release date: July 26, 2007
- Running time: 81 minutes
- Language: Korean
- Budget: about ₩850 million
- Box office: around US$631,034

Reception
The film received mixed reviews. Some praised the light, simple plot and the cast’s performances, while others felt the ending was awkward or noted the film’s edgy language for younger audiences. The movie’s home video release sold well, helping SM Pictures after its theatrical run.