In My Skin

Based on interviews, female actors retell the intense experiences of women involved in abusive relationships. We hear their thoughts and feel their fight for independence as they try to break free. Their everyday lives are dominated by the permanent fear of emotional and physical violence. Vows of love and promises alternate with threats of violence. "For women, the home is the most dangerous place to be. This film was born out of a desire to let women tell their stories without shame. The viewer experiences their journey." (Director's comment Anna-Sophia Richard)

Keywords

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  • Next Generation: Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg
  • Sooner Exclusives
  • Young Talent
  • conflict
  • psychology
  • relationship
  • women

Actors

  • Michael Gerlinger
  • Kristin Becker
  • Elisabeth Ehrlich
  • Karmela Shako
  • Patrick Joseph

Director

  • Anna-Sophia Richard

Documentary


1h 12min


16+

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Germany
2019
This film immerses us directly into the daily lives of three women who are trapped in violent, abusive relationships.

This film immerses us directly into the daily lives of three women who are trapped in violent, abusive relationships.


Based on interviews, female actors retell the intense experiences of women involved in abusive relationships. We hear their thoughts and feel their fight for independence as they try to break free. Their everyday lives are dominated by the permanent fear of emotional and physical violence. Vows of love and promises alternate with threats of violence.


"For women, the home is the most dangerous place to be. This film was born out of a desire to let women tell their stories without shame. The viewer experiences their journey." (Director's comment Anna-Sophia Richard)

Cast & Crew