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The New Painted Skin
2022·Movie
·1h 31min·
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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Spectacular and tense
- Spectacle8
- Tension7
- Violence7
Heart
Wondrous and romantic
- Wonder8
- Romance7
- Pathos7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Absurdist Humor1
World
Fantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography8
- Visual Stylization8
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighSpectacular and tense
The New Painted Skin is spectacular, tense, and violent.
All energy traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumWondrous and romantic
Emotionally, it's wondrous, romantic, and moving.
All heart traits
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumFantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Demon Chang Mian has been bound and enslaved in the Painting Workshop since she was a child. Now she is the best skin painting artist. The Demon King orders the capturing of General Shouyang's fiancée Qiu Sang. In the accident Chang Mian kills Qiu Sang and decides to take her place.
Chinese Dark FantasyMythological AdaptationDeceptive RomanceBody Horror ElementsSupernatural IntrigueVisual SpectacleTragic Love StoryDemon & Human ConflictFate vs. Free Will
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Is The New Painted Skin worth watching?
69
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The New Painted Skin rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The New Painted Skin?
1 h 31 min
The New Painted Skin runs 1 h 31 min.
What language is The New Painted Skin in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.