Skin

A formerly high-ranking neo-Nazi skinhead, burdened by the violence and hatred he has perpetuated, attempts to leave his racist group and the life he knows behind. He seeks to protect his new family and find redemption for his past actions. The film follows his arduous journey toward a different path, facing immense challenges and the consequences of his former ideology.

Skin received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised Jamie Bell's transformative performance and the film's unflinching portrayal of a difficult subject matter. While some found the narrative occasionally heavy-handed, the overall consensus was that it offered a compelling and necessary exploration of redemption and the struggle against ingrained hate.

• Jamie Bell delivers a powerhouse performance as a man seeking to escape his extremist past.

• The film offers a stark and often brutal examination of racism and the possibility of change.

• While emotionally impactful, some critics noted a tendency towards didacticism in its messaging.

Google audience: Audiences largely commended Jamie Bell's raw and convincing portrayal of a troubled character's journey. Many appreciated the film's exploration of themes like redemption and the fight against prejudice, though some found the subject matter difficult to watch.

Won the Audience Award for Best Narrative Feature at the 2019 Tribeca Film Festival. Jamie Bell received nominations for his performance, including from the British Independent Film Awards.

The film is based on the true story of Bryon Widner, a former white supremacist who underwent extensive surgery to remove his facial tattoos.