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Review of The Skin I Live In (2011) by Kevin A — 05 Mar 2012

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One of the most fucked up, disturbing, all around crazy ass movies I've ever seen.

This review of The Skin I Live In (2011) was written by Kevin A on 05 Mar 2012.

The Skin I Live In has generally received very positive reviews.

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