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Strong craft, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Spectacle5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Deeply moving and romantic
- Pathos9
- Romance8
- Melancholy8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor2
- Cringe Humor1
World
History, the mind, and faith and meaning
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances, characters, and direction
- Acting9
- Character Depth9
- Direction8
Style
Standout score and cinematography
- Music Composition9
- Music Centrality9
- Cinematography8
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Painted Veil is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumDeeply moving and romantic
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, romantic, and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory, the mind, and faith and meaning
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, the mind, and faith and meaning. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout performances, characters, and direction
The performances, characters, and direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout score and cinematography
Look and sound: the score and cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality9The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Sometimes the greatest journey is the distance between two people.
A British medical doctor fights a cholera outbreak in a small Chinese village, while also being trapped at home in a loveless marriage to an unfaithful wife.
Tragic RomanceTurn-of-the-Century ChinaEmotional TurmoilVisual StorytellingComplex Character DynamicsStunning ScoreLove and RedemptionAdulteryCholera Epidemic
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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Painted Veil worth watching?
74
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 74%, and Metacritic 69). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Painted Veil rated?
PG-13Sexual content
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content.
How long is The Painted Veil?
2 h 5 min
The Painted Veil runs 2 h 5 min.
Is The Painted Veil based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Painted Veil?
Critics72
Audiences79
Yes. Critics average 72 and audiences 79 out of 100, so both groups see The Painted Veil much the same way.
Was The Painted Veil a box office hit?
Budget$19 million
Box office$27 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $19 million to make and earned $27 million worldwide, 1.4 times its budget.
What language is The Painted Veil in?
EnglishFrenchChinese
It was made in English, with some French, Chinese. Produced in Canada, United States, China, Hong Kong SAR China.
In how many countries can I watch The Painted Veil?
47
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What tropes does The Painted Veil use?
Dead Guy JuniorThe PlagueAltar the SpeedThe AtonerMighty Whitey and Mellow YellowHappy Marriage CharadeBookendsBait-and-SwitchLoving a ShadowAll Girls Want Bad BoysTactful TranslationHer Heart Will Go Onand 31 more
TV Tropes lists 43 storytelling tropes for The Painted Veil, including Dead Guy Junior, The Plague, Altar the Speed.