Movie Reviews: A Man Who Paints Water Drops

1 Hrs 48 Mins

Rating

★★★

Duration

1 Hrs 48 Mins

Movie Digest

The documentary is about the director’s father’s non-linguistic way of expressing his love and passion for drawing the paintings of water droplets. It’s the story of the famous Korean Painter, Kim Tschang Yeul, his struggles while he was in North Korea, and his mysterious character. Little insights about him and his paintings started being understandable when his son, Oan Kim, started to film him from 2015 to 2019 (aged 85-90). Tschang and Oan shared a misty bond. Watch the movie to see the incidents unfold and know more about them.

The Feel-Good Part

Artists are very connected with their artworks, and their pieces seem to reflect some part of them as humans. Water drops became very important in the life of Yeul. He claims that the process of drawing water drops is like moving everything into nothingness. The movie is pleasingly portrayed and is a treat to watch; it’s healing and brings peace to one’s soul.

The Disappointing Factor

There were not any noticeable loose ends in the screening. The details are beautiful; the monotonous quietness might affect some of the audience.

In-Depth Analysis

The movie is about the inexplicable life of the painter. Even after he remains quiet for most of the documentary, his glittering eyes speak volumes about his character. The journey which an artist goes through while making his artworks. The documentary also provides a beautiful glimpse of the relationship between father and son and is alluringly executed.

Star Power

The documentary is stared by the very own presence of the artist Kim Tschang Yeul and amazing supporting actors.

Overall Opinion

Comprehensively, the movie is worth watching and is very heart pleasing. Oan Kim has successfully portrayed the essence of his father’s life delightfully.