

Skin
2019, English. Directed by Daniel Effiong.
Skin is a documentary about exploring through the meaning of beauty in all the different shades of black. Set in Lagos, Nollywood actress Beverly Naya goes on a journey to learn about contrasting perceptions of beauty by meeting individuals who have dealt with the pressure to conform to certain standards of beauty and how colorism continues to shape the face of the entertainment industry in Africa.
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- 1h 16m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- 1 March 2019
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How long is Skin?
Skin runs 76 minutes (1h 16m).
Does Skin have a post-credits scene?
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Skin isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Skin?
If you liked Skin, try Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me, 35 Up, 21 Up.
Who directed Skin?
Skin (2019) was directed by Daniel Effiong and stars Beverly Naya, Chibuzo 'Phyno' Azubuike, Hilda Dokubo.