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Painted Skin
2022·Movie
·1h 23min·
Painted Skin fingerprint
Striking style, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Scare6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Moving and romantic
- Pathos8
- Romance7
- Melancholy7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Cringe Humor3
World
Fantasy and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Painted Skin is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMoving and romantic
Emotionally, it's moving, romantic, and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
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.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFantasy and the mind
Its world is built around fantasy and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
It tells the story the obsessive and sadistic relationship between the banshee Xiao Rong and scholar Wang Huai Qing which opens a period of human devil's love, life and death.
Chinese FolkloreSupernatural Horror RomanceObsessive LoveBansheeHuman-Demon RelationshipGothic RomancePsychological ThrillerTragic Love Story
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Is Painted Skin worth watching?
57
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Painted Skin rated?
ViolenceSexual contentDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Painted Skin?
1 h 23 min
Painted Skin runs 1 h 23 min.
What language is Painted Skin in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.