In Theaters : THE SKIN I LIVE IN (2011)

Official Synopsis : Ever since his wife was burned in a car crash, Dr. Robert Ledgard, an eminent plastic surgeon, has been interested in creating a new skin with which he could have saved her. After twelve years, he manages to cultivate a skin that is a real shield against every assault. In addition to years of study and experimentation, Robert needed a further three things: no scruples, an accomplice and a human guinea pig. Scruples were never a problem. Marilia, the woman who looked after him from the day he was born, is his most faithful accomplice. And as for the human guinea pig...

Genre: Thriller, Drama

What to Expect : A dark and disturbing arthouse flick. In short, the typical Almodovar film. You'll either love it, or hate it.

Critical Response : Positive. When has an Almodovar movie ever been reviewed with anything but earnest enthusiasm ? Never, that's when. Even if the director switched to a darker twisted genre and entered the realm of Hitchcockian suspense, the critics still enjoyed his subtle touches and dramatic flare, the end result being an imperfect, but playfully shocking thriller full of brilliant twists. Rated 82% on Rottentomatoes.com from 51 positive and 11 negative reviews.

More Details : 

• Starring : Antonio Banderas, Elena Anaya, Blanca Suárez, Jan Cornet, Isabel Blanco.

• Director : Pedro Almodóvar.

• Screenplay : Pedro Almodóvar, based on a novel by Thierry Jonquet.

• Running Time : 117 min.

• Rating : R for disturbing violent content including sexual assault, strong sexuality, graphic nudity, drug use and language.

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