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Elizabeth Banks Stars in 'Skincare,' a Neo-Noir Thriller

The film, directed by Austin Peters, explores the dark side of the beauty industry through a gripping narrative.

  • 'Skincare' follows aesthetician Hope Goldman, played by Elizabeth Banks, as she navigates sabotage and rivalry.
  • Director Austin Peters describes the film as a 'Sunshine Noir,' blending elements of crime thriller and dark comedy.
  • The movie is loosely inspired by the real-life case of Dawn DaLuise, a Los Angeles aesthetician involved in a criminal plot.
  • Luis Gerardo Méndez and Lewis Pullman co-star, bringing complex and multifaceted characters to the screen.
  • Themes of ambition, paranoia, and the quest for relevance are central to the film's narrative.
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