American Skin
Release Date: January 15, 2021
8.2
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Universal acclaim based on 26 Ratings
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10
TbrizeJan 15, 2021
Its not surprising 90% of White reviews are low. Nate Parker has done an amazing job writing and directing this film. The emotional you experience while watching this film are unmatched. In one word "Masterpiece". Masterful 10/10
2 of 2 users found this helpful20
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10
cinamo6Jan 15, 2021
Very powerful, the truth hurts sometimes not everyone can relate to this movie type of movie.
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10
enigma1990Jan 24, 2021
This movie was good but damn that ending tho was messed up. Also it's funny how the critics gave it a 24 review score. It says A LOT about the implicit biases of these reviewers.
1 of 1 users found this helpful10
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10
jglove9186Jan 17, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great job Nate Parker. Very realistic, tangible, and garnered emotion from a deep place. This is ART but the true story for many POC with police!… Expand
1 of 1 users found this helpful10
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8
Nando08Jan 31, 2021
Critic's have this movie all wrong, don't listen, watch and judge for yourself
1 of 1 users found this helpful10
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10
IvettevvJan 17, 2021
This movie cuts deep into the racial discrimination black people are faced with on a daily basis within America.
2 of 3 users found this helpful21
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10
NoBiasJan 18, 2021
The fact that this film has gotten low ratings is further proof that the problem is real. The entire world needs to see this film.
2 of 3 users found this helpful21
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10
KsultonJan 18, 2021
These ratings are extremely bias and almost commical....it is a good film! I see the thought of the majority having to eat crow makes them very uncomfortable calm down its just a movie
2 of 3 users found this helpful21
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10
aarondejohnsonJan 17, 2021
As a black man, this movie is 100% on point and it was a fantastic and epic ride. It was so good that I purchased it twice so don't be reading these bias reviews likely owned by white owned racist outlets that refuse to see the truth so theyAs a black man, this movie is 100% on point and it was a fantastic and epic ride. It was so good that I purchased it twice so don't be reading these bias reviews likely owned by white owned racist outlets that refuse to see the truth so they review bomb the movie as expected.… Expand
1 of 2 users found this helpful11
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10
ccroyal211Jan 18, 2021
I don't understand how anyone can write a negative review about this movie. It is a MUST SEE! Watch it for yourself create your own review about it. Anyone who has put a one star didn't want to understand to begin with. This movie is an eyeI don't understand how anyone can write a negative review about this movie. It is a MUST SEE! Watch it for yourself create your own review about it. Anyone who has put a one star didn't want to understand to begin with. This movie is an eye opener, suspenseful, emotional and jaw dropping.If you're saying you're black and, or its  propaganda you already told us what you're really about. So just stay silent, focus on the movie and not your racial antics.… Expand
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3
JLuis_001Feb 5, 2021
The basic mistake that Nate Parker makes, is to believe that because his story addresses relevant issues, they will be enough to mask or disguise its shortcomings and incompetence.
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5
Mauro_LanariAug 27, 2021
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Why did the slave traders disappear from Britain, apartheid from South Africa and racism from the United States did not? I hoped that during the long fake trial in the police station the (historical?) reasons for the divergence(Mauro Lanari)
Why did the slave traders disappear from Britain, apartheid from South Africa and racism from the United States did not? I hoped that during the long fake trial in the police station the (historical?) reasons for the divergence between the events of these nations would be touched: not at all. I keep my hypotheses I do not know how well founded and forward with the next film less anchored to the simple chronicle.… Expand
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8
catkickrFeb 5, 2021
Seen a lot of mixed reviews on this movie wasn’t too sure what to expect but honestly it was one of the best movies I’ve seen in a while
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8
Julianp53Jan 17, 2021
American Skin: another episode of Black Trauma. Nevertheless, this was an excellent film. The writing, the passion in the acting is powerful. The dialogues had in this film are important ones to be had about the black experience in thisAmerican Skin: another episode of Black Trauma. Nevertheless, this was an excellent film. The writing, the passion in the acting is powerful. The dialogues had in this film are important ones to be had about the black experience in this country and the system that has plagued black people for generations.

The ending was predictable just because we know how these situations always end for black people. Nate Parker did his think and another Spike Lee joint to add to the amazing catalogue… Expand
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8
bootherJan 21, 2021
Good movie, not perfect or high budget but has a good message. Only $6 to rent on Amazon.
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9
BethAnnBLMJan 30, 2021
So hard for me to watch- I had to watch in pieces to keep from feeling emotionally overwhelmed and angry, as this is NO DIFFERENT THAN REAL LIFE... Quote at 34:00 was extremely insightful. Liked the different representation and viewpointsSo hard for me to watch- I had to watch in pieces to keep from feeling emotionally overwhelmed and angry, as this is NO DIFFERENT THAN REAL LIFE... Quote at 34:00 was extremely insightful. Liked the different representation and viewpoints from all sides.… Expand
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10
LusulpherJan 31, 2021
An UNCOMPROMISING view of the Black Experience. Globally. That explains the biased reviews!
That ending alone, is VITAL to our survival as Black people. B1 from a Carib cousin
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10
shirarFeb 13, 2021
This is a MUST SEE for all white people and especially white people who are on an anti-racist journey. The movie portrays the humanity of the Black experience and the pervasiveness of white supremacy in every aspect of society. The filmmakerThis is a MUST SEE for all white people and especially white people who are on an anti-racist journey. The movie portrays the humanity of the Black experience and the pervasiveness of white supremacy in every aspect of society. The filmmaker has laid it all out for us. We need to listen to Black voices who are speaking the truth. Watch this movie and urge others to do so as well. IGNORE THE R-RATING. This is something appropriate for white children. They need to see the truth. The rating is designed to keep the message from the youth.… Expand
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10
NahahmeFeb 15, 2021
This movie pulls on the heart strings from the moment it comes on. Everyone needs to see this movie! It is such an accurate depiction of our everyday struggle as Black people in America!
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10
1BadtarheelFeb 15, 2021
The fact that all of these “professional reviewers” trashed this movie is EXACTLY why the movie was made- To show that YOU STILL DON’T GET IT! The story isn’t great because it’s one that’s been told over and over, it’s great because no matterThe fact that all of these “professional reviewers” trashed this movie is EXACTLY why the movie was made- To show that YOU STILL DON’T GET IT! The story isn’t great because it’s one that’s been told over and over, it’s great because no matter how many times it’s told- it continues to happen! Listening to everyone’s opinion during the “trial” is exactly how people feel but only say it when in their comfort zone. There are many layers to this, it’s not all about black and white, good cop bad cop or privileged or under privileged. It boils down to the only thing that should ever matter- RIGHT VS WRONG.… Expand
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10
Joe_1Nov 22, 2022
A purposefully created biased METASCORE which is Not allowed to be changed now. However, this is one of the BEST movies of all time. If this movie doesn't move you, then you're simply less of a human being.
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