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7.6
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Kasper Løvborg
rated 9

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

4 years ago
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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
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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
Elisabeth Shue
As Mrs. McCormick

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"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.

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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 Thirteen, Seven Pounds, My Sister's Keeper, The Social Network, The Blind Side, Pay It Forward.

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Mysterious Skin was released in theaters on June 24, 2005.