Skin
Skin

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Skin

2025
Movie
19 min
English

A fashion student is put under harsh stress when trying to craft her final college assignment, but during the process discovers a horrific new addiction

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users78%
Director: Jamie BobergGenres: Drama, Biography

Plot Summary

The film chronicles the harrowing true story of Bryon Widner, a former white supremacist who, with the help of an interracial couple and the FBI, seeks to escape his hate-filled past. Facing threats from his former neo-Nazi associates, Widner undergoes a radical transformation, both physically and emotionally, to protect his family and forge a new life free from the ideology that once consumed him.

Critical Reception

As of its limited release, 'Skin' has garnered a generally positive reception from critics, who praise its unflinching portrayal of redemption and the complexities of changing deeply ingrained beliefs. Audiences have also responded to the film's powerful narrative and strong performances, particularly highlighting its timely message about overcoming hate.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive and compelling exploration of redemption.

  • Commended for strong performances, especially from the lead actor.

  • Noted for its important, albeit difficult, social commentary.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciate the film's powerful message of transformation and the challenging subject matter it tackles. Many found the story inspiring and the performances moving, though some commented on the film's intense and often disturbing content.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the real-life story of Bryon Widner, who underwent over 25 painful surgeries to remove his extensive white supremacist tattoos.

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