The Painted Veil Soundtrack (

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Rating: 6.50/10 from 1700 votes
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

El velo pintado

Title in Italiano:

Il velo dipinto

Title in Português:

O Véu das Ilusões

Title in Français:

Le Voile des illusions

Title in Türk:

The Painted Veil

Title in Deutsch:

Der bunte Schleier

Synopsis

In Austria, after the marriage of her beloved sister, Katrin marries Dr. Walter Fane, who is a former student of her father and is researching cholera. They travel to Hong Kong and Katrin is totally neglected by her husband. Soon she has a love affair with the diplomat Jack Townsend. When Walter discovers her love affair, he proposes the divorce provided Jack leaves his wife and marry Katrin. But this procedure would destroy his diplomatic career and Katrin leaves Jack. Walter decides to travel to the countryside to a village with cholera epidemic and forces Katrin to travel with him to punish her.

What will happen to her?

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The Painted Veil
The Painted Veil
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
Gnossienne no.1 (Erik Satie)
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
Colony Club
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
River Waltz
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
Kitty's Theme
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
Death Convoy
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
The Water Wheel
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
The Lovers
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
Promenade
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
Kitty's Journey
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
The Deal
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
Walter's Mission
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
The Convent
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
River Waltz (piano solo)
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
Morning Tears
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
Cholera
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
The End of Love
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
The Funeral
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
From Shanghai to London
Alexandre Desplat: Performer
A Way of Life
Hans Zimmer: Performer
Spectres in the Fog
Hans Zimmer: Performer
Taken
Hans Zimmer: Performer
A Hard Teacher
Hans Zimmer: Performer
To Know My Enemy
Hans Zimmer: Performer
Idyll's End
Hans Zimmer: Performer
Safe Passage
Hans Zimmer: Performer
Ronin
Hans Zimmer: Performer
Red Warrior
Hans Zimmer: Performer
The Way of the Sword
Hans Zimmer: Performer
A Small Measure of Peace
Hans Zimmer: Performer

User reviews

Joseph Gonzalez
7/10

The music effectively conveys the internal struggles and personal growth of the characters, providing a powerful emotional undercurrent that lingers long after the film has ended.

Nancy Johnson
8/10

The haunting melodies evoke a sense of melancholy and longing that resonates with the film's themes of love and betrayal.

Kimberly Walker
5/10

On the other hand, some may find the soundtrack to be a bit repetitive and lacking in variation. While the music effectively sets the mood for the film, a wider range of musical styles and dynamics could have enhanced the overall listening experience and brought greater depth to the storytelling.

David Lewis
9/10

The soundtrack of The Painted Veil perfectly captures the emotional depth and complexity of the story. The haunting melodies and orchestral arrangements beautifully enhance the dramatic moments of the film.

Michael Hall
6/10

The soundtrack of The Painted Veil perfectly captures the emotional depth and complexity of the story. The haunting melodies and somber tones evoke a sense of loneliness and inner turmoil, reflecting the inner conflicts of the characters as they navigate through love, betrayal, and redemption.

Stephanie Nelson
7/10

The orchestral arrangements are rich and evocative, enhancing the dramatic tension of the plot and heightening the emotional impact of key moments in the film.

Patricia Clark
7/10

The composer's skillful blend of Western classical music with Eastern influences creates a unique and captivating sonic landscape that enhances the overall viewing experience.

Steven Martinez
10/10

The score of The Painted Veil is a standout element of the film, elevating the viewing experience to a higher level. The evocative and stirring music lingers long after the movie ends, leaving a lasting impression of the powerful story and characters portrayed on screen.

Ashley Williams
10/10

The music in The Painted Veil creates a sense of immersion and transports the listener to the exotic and turbulent setting of Hong Kong in the 1920s. The use of traditional Chinese instruments blended with Western classical music creates a unique and captivating sound that resonates with the film's themes of cultural clash and personal growth.

Timothy Carter
3/10

I found the overall composition of the soundtrack in The Painted Veil to be repetitive and monotonous, with few memorable melodies or themes that added to the overall cinematic experience.

Carol Moore
2/10

The music in The Painted Veil often felt disjointed and disconnected from the storyline, making it difficult to fully immerse myself in the film's atmosphere and emotional journey.

Ashley White
7/10

Overall, the soundtrack of The Painted Veil is a masterful work of art that elevates the film to a higher level, leaving a lasting impression on the audience with its beauty and poignancy.

Deborah Jones
8/10

The use of traditional Chinese instruments in the soundtrack adds an authentic and immersive element to the storytelling, transporting the listener to the exotic setting of Hong Kong.

Margaret Rodriguez
8/10

The emotional depth and complexity of the music perfectly captures the tumultuous relationship between the characters in The Painted Veil.

Mark Mitchell
4/10

The soundtrack of The Painted Veil felt uninspired and lacked emotional depth, failing to capture the complexity and intensity of the characters' relationships and struggles.