Under no circumstances will I watch this film again.

3 Thoughts After Watching ‘Mysterious Skin’: 1. I didn’t even know this film existed, until it was recommended to me, and wow… that was heavy… an understatement at that. This is quite a tragic and challenging watch, a reminder that movies are not always meant to entertain. But while it’s dark, there is beauty in the friendships, and light found between two victims who are no longer alone in their trauma. Still, it’s a tough journey to sit through. 2. Did the parents not know what was going on?! I understand that the focus wasn’t on them, but I wish they would have been confronted a bit more. 3. It was crazy to see Joseph Gordon-Levitt take on such a daring role. His performance here is certainly a testament to his talent and is definitely the standout of the film.

I'm stunned. Holy shit. I had no idea what I was getting into. The summary did not make me think it was gonna be like that. An absolutely devastating experience. I feel numb.

so good I will never see it again

Fucking haunting. Amazing performance by JGL. His best friend's was a bit weak but she wasn't around too much for it to matter. Very frightening film but very real.