Painter of the Wind

2008·Show
20Episodes in1Season

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Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Spectacle6
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Romantic and moving

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Romance7
  • Pathos7
  • Coming of Age7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy1

World

History, a real life story, and show business

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction9
  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9

Style

Standout cinematography, editing, and score

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Cinematography9
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition8

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About

Painter of the Wind is a 2008 South Korean historical television series starring Moon Geun-young and Park Shin-yang. Based on the bestselling historical fiction novel by Lee Jung-myung that took artistic license with the premise that perhaps the Joseon painter Shin Yun-bok had really been a woman, it centers on Yun-bok, a talented young painter who disguises herself as a boy to search for her father's murderer. She meets Kim Hong-do, a master painter who guides her into becoming a great artist, and they develop a strong friendship of mentor and disciple. The drama has won numerous awards, including the Asian TV Series Special Award at the 2010 Shanghai Television Festival and the silver award at the 2010 Houston International Film Festival, while actress Moon Geun-young received the grand prize at the 2008 SBS Drama Awards, as well as Best TV Actress at the 2009 Baeksang Arts Awards and 2008 Grimae Awards for her role.
Joseon Historical DramaArt & ApprenticeshipGender DisguiseForbidden RomanceIdentity & DeceptionArtistic PassionSocial CommentaryMaster-Student RelationshipCultural Richness

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Where can I stream Painter of the Wind legally?

Painter of the Wind is included with a subscription to OnDemandKorea and Kocowa in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on OnDemandKorea. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Painter of the Wind worth watching?

73
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Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Painter of the Wind have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 20 episodes.

Is Painter of the Wind based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

When did Painter of the Wind air?

It ran from 2008 to 2008 and has ended.

What language is Painter of the Wind in?

Korean

It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch Painter of the Wind?

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