Blue Skin (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 2004, Blue Skin is a documentary film directed by Oliver Ruts, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Herbert, an established businessman, Karlmann, the distinguished son of upper-class parents, and Albert, a sturdy sailor, overcame all social barriers to live out their passion for tattoos together. At a time when tattoos were ostracized and frowned upon, when tattooed people were considered outsiders and criminals. At first glance, the three appear to be middle-class older men in their 90s, but as soon as they take off their shirts, many parchment-like images are revealed on their skin, telling the stories of their lives in snapshots.
Who’s in it. Blue Skin stars Herbert Hoffmann as Himself, Karlmann Richter as Himself and Albert Cornelissen as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Blue Skin has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blue Skin page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Blue Skin (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blue Skin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Blue Skin worth watching?
- Blue Skin holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Blue Skin?
- Blue Skin stars Herbert Hoffmann, Karlmann Richter and Albert Cornelissen.
- When was Blue Skin released?
- Blue Skin was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.