American Skin 2019
“It's Time To Change The Narrative.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Director
- Nate Parker
- Networks
- Tiny Giant Entertainment, TM Films
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Philo, ALLBLK Apple TV channel
What is American Skin?
American Skin is a 2019 American drama film written and directed by Nate Parker. The film features a cast including Nate Parker, Omari Hardwick, Theo Rossi, Shane Paul McGhie, Milauna Jackson, and Beau Knapp.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2019
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 1, 2019
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Tiny Giant Entertainment, TM Films
- Budget
- $5,000,000
- Genres
- Crime, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 106 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~90 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Tiny Giant Entertainment, TM Films
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American Skin is a 2019 American drama film written and directed by Nate Parker. The film features a cast including Nate Parker, Omari Hardwick, Theo Rossi, Shane Paul McGhie, Milauna Jackson, and Beau Knapp. The story follows a Marine veteran named Linc Jefferson who works as a school janitor to provide his son with a private school education. The narrative explores his efforts to mend his relationship with his son following a divorce. The plot centers on a miscarriage of justice that occurs after his son is killed by a police officer. When the officer is found innocent without standing trial, the protagonist takes matters into his own hands. The film, which has a runtime of one hour and thirty minutes, premiered in the United States on January 15, 2021. It is categorized within the crime and drama genres. The production was featured at the Venice film festival in 2019. The film examines the actions of a father driven to a breaking point by his circumstances.
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of crime and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Where can I stream or watch American Skin online?
American Skin is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, ALLBLK Apple TV channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.
Is American Skin worth watching?
American Skin holds a community rating of 7.0/10 based on 106 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie American Skin and when was it released?
American Skin is a feature film with a runtime of 90 minutes. It was released in 2019. Release status: Released.
Who directed American Skin?
American Skin was directed by Nate Parker.
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