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Movie Info

Release Date: August 17, 2011
Runtime: 120 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (6)
Genres:
Drama Thriller Mystery Horror
Budget: $13,000,000
Revenue: $33,750,478
Original Language: Spanish
Status: Released
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Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
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81%
Tomatometer
70
70/100
Metacritic
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7.5/10
TMDB
4,571 votes
7.6/10
IMDb
179,663 votes
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The Skin I Live In

2011

"Beneath the surface, secrets breathe and thrive."

Also known as: 🇬🇧 EN: La peau que j'habite? 🇪🇸 ES: La piel que abito? 🇵🇹 PT: A Pele Onde Eu Vivo? 🇨🇳 ZH: 切膚慾謀? 🇷🇴 RO: Pielea în care trăiesc All international titles (6) →

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

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Category Level Indicator
Violence 4/5
Sexual Content 3/5
Language 2/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 4/5
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Budget: $13,000,000
Revenue: $33,750,478
Profit $20,750,478
ROI +159.6% (2.6x)

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The Skin I Live In is directed by Pedro Almodóvar .

Cast of The Skin I Live In

Elena Anaya as Vera Cruz / Gal in The Skin I Live In
Elena Anaya
Vera Cruz / Gal
Jan Cornet as Vicente in The Skin I Live In
Jan Cornet
Vicente

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Keywords

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Trivia & Fun Facts about The Skin I Live In

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  • The Skin I Live In was inspired by the novel 'Tarantula' by Thierry Jonquet, which prompted a unique adaptation process for the screenplay.

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  • The film's unsettling atmosphere is enhanced by a score composed by Alberto Iglesias, who is known for his collaborations with director Pedro Almodóvar.

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  • The character of Vera, portrayed by Elena Anaya, was originally conceived to be significantly different, with the casting process focusing on finding an actress who could convey both vulnerability and strength.

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  • During a pivotal scene in the film, a medical procedure is depicted with such realism that it prompted discussions about the ethical implications of plastic surgery and body modification.

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  • In one scene, a character is shown watching a classic horror film that serves as a subtle nod to the themes of identity and transformation present in The Skin I Live In.

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  • There is a continuity error regarding the position of a character's clothing during a sequence that transitions between two different settings.

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  • The film features stylistic elements that are reminiscent of other works by Almodóvar, particularly in its exploration of complex relationships and psychological depth.

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