The Painted Veil
Alexandre Desplat · 2007
54 min · 19 tracks
A haunting tapestry of orchestral textures that conveys deep emotional undercurrents and cinematic storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like emotional ebb and flow
- cinematic storytelling through sound
- haunting themes for introspection
- ideal for reflective solitude
- delicate orchestral textures
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
- seek clear vocal presence
Where this album fits
- Career context
- At the time of its release in 2007, Alexandre Desplat was gaining recognition as a prominent film composer, following his work on 'The Queen' (2006) which had earned him an Academy Award nomination. 'The Painted Veil' marked a significant step in establishing his signature style, blending intricate melodies with lush orchestrations in the context of cinematic scoring.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hans Zimmer· John Williams· Thomas Newman
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Painted Veil 3:19
- 2 Gnossienne No. 1 3:24
- 3 Colony Club 2:09
- 4 River Waltz 2:24
- 5 Kitty’s Theme 3:08
- 6 Death Convoy 2:50
- 7 The Water Wheel 6:21
- 8 The Lovers 1:27
- 9 Promenade 2:06
- 10 Kitty’s Journey 2:51
- 11 The Deal 3:23
- 12 Walter’s Mission 3:57
- 13 The Convent 0:52
- 14 River Waltz (Piano Solo) 2:27
- 15 Morning Tears 1:52
- 16 Cholera 4:23
- 17 The End of Love 4:36
- 18 The Funeral 0:53
- 19 From Shanghai to London 2:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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