Review of The Skin I Live In (2011) by Kc E — 11 Feb 2012

Almodovar's The Skin I Live In is beautifully disturbing of how one's body and mind can be manipulated.

This review of The Skin I Live In (2011) was written by Kc E on 11 Feb 2012.

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

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