Salt on the Skin (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 1
Released in 1984, Salt on the Skin is a comedy and drama film directed by Jean-Marie Degèsves, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. After a computer operator has been through a painful relationship, he is determined to look the other way every time any interesting woman enters his life. He has his other loves - photography and model planes - to challenge him anyway. However, one day a car breaks down in front of his house, and a young mother with her 10-year-old daughter come in looking for assistance. The daughter is endearing and would make a terrific subject for a photo contest. As both the young mother and the computer operator studiously ignore the flicker of romantic sparks, it is only a matter of time before the flame either grows or is extinguished.
Who’s in it. Salt on the Skin stars Richard Bohringer as Julien, Catherine Frot as Charlotte, Anne Clignet as Juliette and Yvette Merlin as Mère de Julien, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, Salt on the Skin has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Salt on the Skin page.
If you liked it. Fans of Salt on the Skin tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Salt on the Skin (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Salt on the Skin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Salt on the Skin worth watching?
- Salt on the Skin holds an audience score of 1.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Salt on the Skin?
- Salt on the Skin stars Richard Bohringer, Catherine Frot, Anne Clignet, Yvette Merlin and Isabelle Glorie.
- When was Salt on the Skin released?
- Salt on the Skin was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.