On My Skin
dir. Alessio Cremonini · 2018
The struggle for justice and the impact of systemic failure can profoundly alter the course of a person's life and their loved ones.
Feature
Institutional Corruption
Mood
Dark / Melancholic
Look
stark realism with intimate close-ups
Structure
linear progression interspersed with flashbacks
Plot
The incredible true story behind the most controversial Italian court cases in recent years. Stefano Cucchi was arrested for a minor crime and mysteriously found dead during his detention. In one week's time, a family is changed forever.
Why watch
"On My Skin" is a harrowing exploration of one family's fight for justice against a backdrop of systemic corruption, offering an unflinching look at personal and societal grief. Its poignant storytelling and stark realism compel viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about the justice system.
Cultural context
ongoing debates about police brutality in Italypublic outrage over judicial transparencyrising awareness of mental health in detention centers