Painted Skin

In ancient China, a skilled warrior falls for a beautiful woman who is secretly a fox spirit. Their forbidden love is complicated by a determined demon hunter and a jealous village woman, leading to a conflict between humans and demons. The warrior must choose between his love and his duty to protect humanity from the supernatural dangers unleashed by the fox spirit's quest for freedom.

Painted Skin was a commercial success, particularly in China, and received mixed to positive reviews from critics. It was praised for its visual effects, action sequences, and the performances of its lead actors, especially Zhou Xun as the fox spirit. However, some critics found the plot convoluted and the romantic elements underdeveloped.

• Visually stunning with impressive special effects and well-choreographed action.

• The performances, particularly Zhou Xun's portrayal of the fox spirit, are a highlight.

• The narrative can be somewhat confusing, with a blend of fantasy, romance, and horror that doesn't always cohere.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's visual spectacle and the compelling supernatural elements. Many viewers enjoyed the unique blend of romance and action, finding the central love story intriguing. However, some found the plot progression to be less engaging at times.

Nominated for Best Costume Design and Best Visual Effects at the Hong Kong Film Awards. Won Best Actress (Zhou Xun) at the Changchun Film Festival.

The film is a loose remake of the 1966 Hong Kong horror film of the same name, which was also based on a classic Chinese ghost story from Pu Songling's collection, 'Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio'.