Sheep Skin
Sheep Skin

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Sheep Skin

2019
Movie
18 min
Spanish

María lost her husband in the cristero civil war. Her son Benito and a spanish priest are her only support. The loss of a minor puts María on alert.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: Alexander AskwithGenres: Drama, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young woman returns to her estranged family's remote sheep farm after her father's sudden death, only to uncover dark secrets about her lineage and the sinister rituals that bind her family. As she delves deeper, she unearths a disturbing connection between the land, the animals, and a terrifying entity that demands a horrific sacrifice.

Critical Reception

Sheep Skin received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting its atmospheric tension and strong performances, though some found the pacing uneven and the plot overly reliant on genre tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its brooding atmosphere and unsettling visuals.

  • Noted for a compelling central performance and a chilling descent into folk horror.

  • Criticized by some for a predictable narrative arc and underdeveloped supporting characters.

Google audience: Audience reviews are not widely available for this film, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location at a working sheep farm in the Welsh countryside, adding to its authentic and isolated atmosphere.

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