2006 Korean Association of Film Critics Awards.

2006 Baeksang Arts Awards & Korean Association of Film Critics Awards.

The film is celebrated for its top-tier cast and lush production values:

as Gwang-hun, the guard captain and illustrator. Kim Min-jung as Jung-bin, the Queen caught in the scandal.

as the book copier who helps distribute the novels. Director/Writer: Kim Dae-woo. Cinematography: Kim Ji-yong. Music: Mok Young-jin. Awards and Critical Reception

2006 Blue Dragon Film Awards and Korean Film Awards. Best Costume Design: 2006 Grand Bell Awards. Watching Forbidden Quest (2006) Sub Indo

At the time of its release, was a critical success, particularly for its screenplay and art direction. It won several prestigious awards, including:

as Kim Yoon-seo, the scholar-turned-erotic-novelist.