Skin Deep (1989)
Release Year: 1989
Nation: United States
Alternative Title: Yo y mis mujeres, As Confusões De Um Sedutor, El mujeriego, Pinnallisia suhteita, L'amour est une grande aventure
Director: Blake Edwards
Writer: Blake Edwards
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Tony Adams
Co_Producer: Trish Caroselli
Executive_Producer: James G. Robinson, Joe Roth
Companies: Beco Films, Morgan Creek Entertainment
Budget: 8.500.000
Awards & Similar
Awards: N/A
Similar:
Keywords
Keywords: alcohol, author, condom, divorce, ex-wife, extramarital affair, in flagranti, writer's block
Story
Hard-drinking novelist Zach Hutton (John Ritter) spirals out of control after both his wife and mistress leave him, causing him to slip into a lifestyle of casual relationships, one-night stands, and heavy drinking. As his writer's block worsens, Zach becomes increasingly reliant on alcohol, leading to confrontations with his demons - women and alcohol. With the help of a bartender and his therapist, Zach aims to address his issues and overcome his destructive behaviors.
Summary
Skin Deep (1989), directed by Blake Edwards, is a comedy-drama that explores the themes of love, loss, addiction, and redemption through the life of its main character, Zach Hutton. Portrayed by John Ritter, Zach is a womanizing alcoholic novelist who struggles with writer's block after his wife and mistress leave him. The film follows Zach's descent into chaos as he navigates his way through casual relationships and heavy drinking, ultimately forcing him to confront his demons and seek help from those around him.
