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Under the Veil
2015·Show
·20Episodes in1Season·
Under the Veil fingerprint
Strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Spectacle6
- Tension5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Romantic and moving
- Romance8
- Pathos7
- Wonder7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Cringe Humor3
- Dark Humor3
World
Fantasy and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Visual Stylization7
- Editing6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Under the Veil is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
MediumRomantic and moving
Emotionally, it's romantic, moving, and wondrous.
All heart traits
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumFantasy and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy and 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.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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About
The drama is told in three separate folklore stories about love, lust, vanity, greed and selfishness.
{Changing Pins} - Male and female fraternal twins fall in love with different men with the same appearance. The older male twin has an homosexual affair with a Prince of the Liao Kingdom, while the female twin falls in love with a poor scholar.
{Judge Lu} - A poor scholar has an affair with a courtesan that resembles his wife.
{Chasing Fish} - A scholar becomes the object of affection to a fish spirit and human girl with the face.
Chinese Folklore DramaIntertwined FablesHistorical FantasyRomantic IntrigueMoral DilemmasIdentity & DeceptionHuman DesireMythical CreaturesPeriod SettingComplex Relationships
Actors
Crew
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about Under the Veil
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Is Under the Veil worth watching?
80
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Under the Veil rated?
Sexual content
Content advisories: sexual content.
How many seasons does Under the Veil have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 20 episodes.
When did Under the Veil air?
S1
It ran from 2015 to 2015 and has ended.
What language is Under the Veil in?
cn
It was made in cn. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.