Painted Fire (2002)
The Life of Painter Jang Seung-up.
In a time of political and social unrest in 19th century Korea, uncouth, self-taught painter Jang Seung-up explores his natural talent amidst the repressive world around him.
Director: Im Kwon-taek
Genre: Drama, History
Runtime: 120 min
Release Date: May 10, 2002
Cast
- Choi Min-sik - Jang Seung-up
- Kim Yeo-jin - Jin-hong
- Ahn Sung-ki - Kim Byung-moon
- Yoo Ho-jeong - Mae-hyang
- Son Ye-jin - So-woon
- Jeong Tae-woo - Young Jang Seung-up
- Park Cheol-min - Butler
- Kim Eung-soo - Cho Byeong-gab
- Park Gil-su - Mr. Go
- Kim Min-su - An Jeong-Sik
Screenplay
- Im Kwon-taek
- Min Byung-sam (Original Story)
- Kim Yong-ok
Music: Young-dong Kim
Cinematography: Jung Il-sung
Editing: Park Sun-duk
Production: Taehung Pictures, Cinema Service
Country: South Korea
Language: 한국어/조선말
Original Language: ko
Themes
Historical Figures and Biographies, Inspiring True Stories, Behind the Music: Artist Biopics
Keywords
artist, artists' life, painter, biography, joseon dynasty (1392–1910)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Painted Fire about?
- In a time of political and social unrest in 19th century Korea, uncouth, self-taught painter Jang Seung-up explores his natural talent amidst the repressive world around him.
- Who directed Painted Fire?
- Painted Fire was directed by Im Kwon-taek.
- Who stars in Painted Fire?
- Painted Fire stars Choi Min-sik, Kim Yeo-jin, Ahn Sung-ki, Yoo Ho-jeong, Son Ye-jin, Jeong Tae-woo.
- How long is Painted Fire?
- Painted Fire has a runtime of 2h 0m (120 minutes).
- What genre is Painted Fire?
- Painted Fire is a Drama, History film.
- Where was Painted Fire produced?
- Painted Fire was produced in South Korea.
- What are the themes of Painted Fire?
- The themes of Painted Fire include: Historical Figures and Biographies, Inspiring True Stories, Behind the Music: Artist Biopics.