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Big heart, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Spectacle6
- Tension5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Deeply romantic and deeply moving
- Romance10
- Pathos9
- Melancholy9
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Situational Comedy1
- Physical Comedy1
World
History
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Standout score and cinematography
- Music Composition9
- Music Centrality9
- Cinematography8
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighDeeply romantic and deeply moving
Emotionally, it's deeply romantic, deeply moving, and profoundly sad.
All heart traits
- Romance10Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history. 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.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- 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 Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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The price they pay when they come out of their secret garden and face the world in modern-day Hong Kong - makes this one of the screen's unforgettable experiences!
A widowed doctor of both Chinese and European descent falls in love with a married American correspondent in Hong Kong during China's Communist revolution.
Tragic RomanceHistorical DramaInterracial RelationshipHong Kong SettingPolitical TurmoilSweeping ScoreClassic HollywoodPeriod Piece
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Is Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing worth watching?
56
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 53%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing rated?
NR
It's rated NR in the United States.
How long is Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing?
1 h 42 min
Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing runs 1 h 42 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing?
Critics53
Audiences60
Yes. Critics average 53 and audiences 60 out of 100, so both groups see Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing much the same way.
What language is Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing in?
EnglishChinese
It was made in English, with some Chinese. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing?
8
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing use?
Match CutPass FailBut Not Too ForeignOld-Fashioned Rowboat DateMaligned Mixed MarriageSmoking Is GlamorousScenery PornYellowfaceCartwright CurseHeroic BSoDMixed Ancestry Is AttractiveShirtless Sceneand 2 more
TV Tropes lists 14 storytelling tropes for Love Is a Many-Splendored Thing, including Match Cut, Pass Fail, But Not Too Foreign.