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The Skin I Live In
Almodóvar’s darkest and most perverse film yet, The Skin I Live In contemplates identity, desire, and sexuality through the lens of plastic surgeon Dr. Robert Ledgard (Antonio Banderas). Scarred by a dark and tragic past, he becomes obsessed with a controversial therapy that strengthens human skin. From the isolation of his mansion, he conducts experiments on the young and beautiful Vera (Elena Anaya). His only confidant is his house- keeper Marilia (Marisa Paredes), who ensures that his macabre endeavors remain secret.
DIRECTOR: Pedro Almodóvar.
WRITTEN BY: Pedro Almodóvar.
CAST: Antonio Banderas, Elena Anaya, Marisa Paredes, Jan Cornet. 2011. 120 min. Spain. Color. Spanish. 35mm.
Broken Embraces
Fri, May 6 | 3pm | TMT
Once a celebrated filmmaker, Harry Caine né Mateo Blanco, (Lluís Homar), is blinded in a car accident. Nursing a friend’s son, he shares the story of his tragic past. Featuring an effer- vescent Penélope Cruz as aspiring actor Lena, Broken Embraces melds neo-noir and romantic thriller as its labyrinthine narrative jumps across time periods. This tale of jealousy and deception is at the same time a reflection on artistic creation and self-acceptance.
DIRECTOR: Pedro Almodóvar.
WRITTEN BY: Pedro Almodóvar.
CAST: Penélope Cruz, Lluís Homar, Blanca Portillo, José Luis Gómez. 2009. 127 min. Spain. Color. Scope. Spanish. 35mm.
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