The Skin I Live In

The Skin I Live In

7.5IMDb Score
Released:2011-08-17
Duration:120 min
Country:Spain
Director:Pedro Almodóvar
Actors:Antonio Banderas, Elena Anaya, Marisa Paredes, Jan Cornet, Roberto Álamo
Production:El Deseo

Overview:

A brilliant plastic surgeon creates a synthetic skin that withstands any kind of damage. His guinea pig: a mysterious and volatile woman who holds the key to his obsession.

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