Review of In My Skin (2002) by Tim B — 21 May 2009
It'll make you cringe-- certainly 'in my skin' is one of the most disgusting movies I've ever seen. Yet, overall, it's a surprisingly intelligent, subdued, and yes, heart-wrenching film.
Marina de Van is a terrific talent in all respects (considering she wrote, starred, and directed this), and her portrayal of a "successful" woman having a mental breakdown is magnificent. The film deals with the panic, depression, and soullessness of white collar office world, and works as a pointed pitch-black satire as well as a study in severe emotional distress.
The ending fails to bring together the social commentary and individual psychological study aspects into a cohesive unity, but it's a thought-provoking, worthwhile film.
This review of In My Skin (2002) was written by Tim B on 21 May 2009.
In My Skin has generally received positive reviews.
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