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The Skin of Sorrow (2010): Cast

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The Skin of Sorrow is a 2010 drama directed by Alain Berliner, starring Thomas Coumans as Raphaël de Valentin, David Sevier and Mylène Jampanoï. It runs 1 hour 37 minutes.

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The Skin of Sorrow (2010) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 37m (97 min)
Director
Alain Berliner
Genre
Drama
Original language
French
After the credits
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The story

What Is The Skin of Sorrow About?

The premise of The Skin of Sorrow without spoilers.

In 1832, 22‑year‑old Raphaël, ruined by gambling, stands on the banks of the Seine ready to end his life. A mysterious shopkeeper intervenes, offering a cursed object called the “skin of sorrow.” It promises to grant any wish, but each wish hastens the loss of the remaining time he has on earth.

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Cast & crew

The Skin of Sorrow Cast & Characters

Thomas Coumans leads the cast as Raphaël de Valentin, with David Sevier as Postillon Raphaël and Mylène Jampanoï as Fédora. Directed by Alain Berliner; 24 actors are credited in all.

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More from Alain Berliner

More films directed by Alain Berliner, best-rated first: Passion of Mind, The Wall and My Life in Pink.

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The Skin of Sorrow Also Known As

8 alternative titles, including “Шагреневая кожа” and “Šagrenės oda”.

Also known as
  • Шагреневая кожа
  • Šagrenės oda
  • A Pele de Onagro
  • 발자크의 나귀 가죽
  • La piel de zapa
  • 驴皮记
  • 驢皮記
  • La pelle di zigrino

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The Skin of Sorrow FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Skin of Sorrow, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Skin of Sorrow?

The Skin of Sorrow runs 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).

When was The Skin of Sorrow released?

The Skin of Sorrow was released on September 22, 2010.

Who directed The Skin of Sorrow?

The Skin of Sorrow was directed by Alain Berliner.

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Who is in the cast of The Skin of Sorrow?

The Skin of Sorrow stars Thomas Coumans as Raphaël de Valentin, David Sevier as Postillon Raphaël and Mylène Jampanoï as Fédora, among 24 credited actors.

Does The Skin of Sorrow have a post-credit scene?

No. The Skin of Sorrow has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Skin of Sorrow in?

The original language of The Skin of Sorrow is French.

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