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william287
kasperlovborg
Kasper Løvborg
rated 9

A dark movie which, although it makes for uncomfortable viewing, is unforgettable.

5 years ago
marjorie20
mia430
michaelthomsen
Michael Thomsen
rated 7

ok Fint stykke 'gay cinema' om 'alien abductions' og sexuelle traumer. Kunne måske være lidt mere subtil, og noget af skuespillet er ikke så fantstisk, men absolut seværdig.

3 years ago
alexander391

Cast & Crew

Gregg Araki
Director
Richard Riehle
As Charlie
Chris Mulkey
As Mr. Lackey
Joseph Gordon-Levitt
As Neil McCormick
Bill Sage
As Coach
Billy Drago
As Zeke
Mary Lynn Rajskub
As Avalyn Friesen
Brady Corbet
As Brian Lackey

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What is Mysterious Skin about? Toggle content

"Mysterious Skin" is a haunting and thought-provoking drama that follows the interconnected lives of two young men, Neil and Brian, who were both victims of sexual abuse by their Little League coach when they were eight years old. The film explores the different ways in which they cope with their trauma over the years, as Neil becomes a sex worker and Brian becomes obsessed with alien abductions. As they struggle to come to terms with their past and find a way forward, they eventually cross paths again in adulthood and are able to find some measure of healing and closure. With its sensitive handling of difficult subject matter and strong performances from its cast, "Mysterious Skin" is a powerful film that lingers long after the credits roll.

Where can I stream Mysterious Skin? Toggle content

You can stream Mysterious Skin on: Mubi

What movies are similar to Mysterious Skin? Toggle content

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Mysterious Skin include Erin Brockovich, There Will Be Blood, The Social Network, The Memory Keeper's Daughter, The Aviator, Friday Night Lights.

When was Mysterious Skin released in theaters? Toggle content

Mysterious Skin was released in theaters on July 21, 2005.