Based on a classic Chinese ghost story, PAINTED SKIN is a stunningly delivered story of a vampire-like woman who eats the skins and hearts of her lovers.Famous mainly for his action films, Director GORDON CHAN (FIST OF LEGEND) has made a film impossible to place into one genre. Spanning everything from horror to romance, it manages to play out its scenes and balance these various genres effortlessly and with style.Masterfully told, the film features martial arts legend DONNIE YEN (BLADE 2, HERO). Full of powerful performances PAINTED SKIN is a must see for all Hong Kong movie fans.