Skin (1995 film)

Skin is a 1995 British television film directed by Vincent O'Connell and written by Kwame Kwei-Armah. The film explores themes of racial identity, colorism, and family relationships within the Black community in Britain. Specifically, it focuses on Carol, a light-skinned Black woman, and her relationship with her darker-skinned mother and sister. The narrative examines the prejudices and biases that can exist even within families and how societal perceptions of skin tone can impact self-esteem and interpersonal dynamics. The film tackles issues of beauty standards and the complexities of racial identity in a predominantly white society.