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Released
2004 · FILM

Blue Skin

Runtime
90 min
Documentary

Synopsis

Herbert, an established businessman, Karlmann, the distinguished son of upper-class parents, and Albert, a sturdy sailor, overcame all social barriers to live out their passion for tattoos together. At a time when tattoos were ostracized and frowned upon, when tattooed people were considered outsiders and criminals. At first glance, the three appear to be middle-class older men in their 90s, but as soon as they take off their shirts, many parchment-like images are revealed on their skin, telling the stories of their lives in snapshots.

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Principal cast & crew: 9

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Craft leads on file

Edited by Regina BartschiShot by Lars BarthelScored by The Dead Brothers

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