He Took His Skin Off for Me
He Took His Skin Off for Me

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He Took His Skin Off for Me

2014
Movie
11 min
English

A simple, domestic love story about a man who takes his skin off for his girlfriend, and why it probably wasn't the best idea...

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Michael SpicciaGenres: Short, Drama, Horror, Romance

Plot Summary

A man's obsessive love for his partner leads him to a drastic act of self-mutilation, attempting to shed his skin to reveal a true, unadulterated self for her. As he literally peels away his exterior, the film explores the extreme lengths one might go to for love and acceptance, and the terrifying consequences of such actions.

Critical Reception

As a short film, 'He Took His Skin Off for Me' garnered attention primarily within the festival circuit and among fans of experimental and body horror. It is often cited for its shocking premise and visceral execution, provoking strong reactions from audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its disturbing and original concept.

  • Noted for its bold and graphic visual storytelling.

  • Divisive due to its extreme subject matter.

Google audience: Information not available for this short film.

Awards & Accolades

Screened at various film festivals, including Flickerfest.

Fun Fact

The film's central concept is inspired by a desire to visually represent the idea of shedding one's 'outer self' for a loved one, pushing the metaphor to a literal and horrifying extreme.

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Dsnake1

Dsnake1

He Took His Skin Off for Me is an incredibly strange film. The premise of the movie is exactly the title and the following fallout. I suppose it is body horror, of a sort. Really, it's a strong metaphor about relationships, about love, a...