The Painted Veil

Set against the backdrop of 1920s China, this film follows the tumultuous journey of a British couple, played by Naomi Watts and Edward Norton, as they navigate the complexities of their strained marriage amidst a cholera epidemic. The narrative explores themes of betrayal, redemption, and the search for meaning in a foreign land. Directed by John Curran, the movie is a visually stunning adaptation of W. Somerset Maugham’s novel. It can be viewed on Soap2day for free.