Skin Deep

A successful, but insecure, novelist who fears his wife is having an affair travels to Bali to reconcile with her. While there, he becomes involved with a beautiful and mysterious woman. His paranoia and jealousy lead to a series of comedic and increasingly absurd situations as he tries to navigate his relationships.

Skin Deep received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some appreciated Blake Edwards' signature comedic style and the film's visual appeal, many found the plot convoluted and the humor to be repetitive or dated. Bo Derek's performance was a talking point, though not always positively.

• The film suffers from a predictable and somewhat cliché plot.

• Blake Edwards' direction attempts to inject wit, but the humor often falls flat.

• Bo Derek's presence is central, but her character lacks depth for some viewers.

Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be a lighthearted comedy with some entertaining moments, particularly appreciating Bo Derek's performance and the exotic setting. However, many felt the plot was weak and the humor didn't always land effectively.

Blake Edwards wrote the script specifically for Bo Derek after her breakout success in '10', aiming to showcase her in another romantic comedy role.