American Skin (2019)
Directed by Nate Parker
Genres - Drama |
Sub-Genres - Psychological Drama |
Release Date - Jan 15, 2021 (USA - Limited) |
Run Time - 89 min. |
Countries - United States |
MPAA Rating - R
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Synopsis by Maggie Sadler
As he transitions to civilian life, former Marine and recent divorcé Omar Scott (Omari Hardwick) pursues work as a janitor at a local public school in an effort to reconnect with his estranged son. However, his fragile world shatters when a rogue police officer murders his son, receiving a verdict of innocence without submitting to a trial. Stricken with grief, Omar vows to seek revenge no matter the consequences in pursuit of what is right. Written and directed by Nate Parker. Co-starring Theo Rossi and Beau Knapp.
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child, Marines, policeman, revenge, shooting-victim, veteran [military], vigilante