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The Skin I Live In
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Title: The Skin I Live In

Release Date: 17 Aug 2011

Runtime: 2h

Genre: Drama, Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Director: El Deseo

Production Companies: El Deseo

Overview: A brilliant plastic surgeon creates a synthetic skin that withstands any kind of damage. His guinea pig: a mysterious and volatile woman who holds the key to his obsession.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 7.511 (4236 votes)

Cast

  • Dr. Robert Ledgard: Antonio Banderas
  • Vera Cruz: Elena Anaya
  • Marilia: Marisa Paredes
  • Vicente: Jan Cornet
  • Zeca: Roberto Álamo
  • Fulgencio: Eduard Fernández
  • Presidente del Instituto de Biotecnología: José Luis Gómez
  • Norma Ledgard: Blanca Suárez
  • Madre de Vicente: Susi Sánchez
  • Cristina: Bárbara Lennie
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