Even though it may seem like the world is infinitely more progressive now than it was 50 years ago, racism is still a common issue affecting People of Color. And with the help of films, such as the upcoming “Skin,” creative people are able to showcase the way that racism runs rampant in certain segments of society, while also providing quality art.
And with “Skin” arriving in theaters later this week, we’re proud to be able to debut an exclusive clip that will give you an example of the above issues, as it’s addressed in the film. “Skin” tells the story of a white supremacist that is a member of a vicious gang and is covered head to toe in various tattoos, many of which has racist connotations. Through circumstances in his life, the young man, Bryon, attempts to flee the gang, but it’s not as simple as just walking away.
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The clip gives viewers a peek into the drama that is at the heart of the film, showing that Bryon can’t just leave the gang, but instead, has to deal with the fact that the white supremacists are violent folks that will do whatever it takes to get what they want. And also, even if Bryon is able to escape the lifestyle he has been a part of for so long, his body literally displays a philosophy that will make him judged by just about everyone. Needless to say, life is going to be a scary uphill battle for the main character.
The film stars Jamie Bell, Danielle Macdonald, Vera Farmiga, and Bill Camp. “Skin” is written and directed by Guy Nattiv, who actually won an Oscar earlier this year for the short film that serves as the basis for this feature. Though, it appears that there’s a lot more going on in the feature-length version, as you might expect.
“Skin” is available exclusively now on DIRECTV and arrives in theaters on July 26.
Here’s the synopsis:
After a difficult childhood drives him into the grasps of a white supremacist gang, Bryon (Jamie Bell, delivering a visceral, explosive performance) tries to escape to a new life, all the while questioning whether he’s capable of undoing— and repenting for — the evil he’s done.