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Elizabeth Banks Shines in 'Skincare,' a Dark Satire on Beauty Culture

The thriller explores the pressures of the beauty industry through the story of a celebrity aesthetician facing personal and professional turmoil.

  • Elizabeth Banks stars as Hope Goldman, an aging Hollywood facialist battling a rival and a mysterious hacker.
  • The film, inspired by a real-life scandal, critiques the superficiality and exploitation within the beauty industry.
  • Director Austin Peters blends thriller and noir elements to depict Hope's descent into obsession and paranoia.
  • Set in early 2010s Hollywood, the movie highlights the era's unique challenges, including the rise of social media and revenge porn.
  • 'Skincare' features strong performances from a supporting cast, including Luis Gerardo Méndez and Michaela Jaé Rodriguez.
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