Review of The Skin I Live In (2011) by Tvjerry — 12 Nov 2011
The latest from Pedro Almodóvar is unlike anything he's done before: it's not an offbeat comedy or an introspective drama. More a moody science fiction tragedy. Antonio Banderas plays a plastic surgeon who's created a beautiful sort of Frankenstein.
His drive for a medical breakthrough combines with grief and revenge to motivate his intense obsession. The film is visually interesting, often off kilter and intriguing on several levels, but some may find the deliberate pacing gets in the way of the film's power.
Still, it's an unusual, compelling and slightly-creepy experience.
This review of The Skin I Live In (2011) was written by Tvjerry on 12 Nov 2011.
The Skin I Live In has generally received very positive reviews.
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