Second Skin
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  • Summary: Second Skin takes an intimate look at three sets of computer gamers whose lives have been transformed by online virtual worlds. An emerging genre of computer software called Massively Multiplayer Online games, or MMOs, allows millions of users to interact simultaneously in virtual spaces. Of the 50 million players worldwide, 50 percent consider themselves addicted. From individuals struggling with addiction to couples who have fallen in love without meeting; from disabled players whose lives have been given new purpose to gold farmers, entrepreneurs and widows, Second Skin opens viewers’ eyes to a phenomenon that may permanently change the way human beings interact. (Pure West Films)… Expand

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  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 6
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  1. Austin Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Darcie Stevens
    89
    Second Skin might just be the most accurate and entertaining glimpse of the economy and psychology of technology since Tron.
  2. Variety
    Reviewed by: Joe Leydon
    80
    The human dramas of individual gamers are what really make this technically polished documentary so fascinating and potentially commercial.
  3. San Francisco Examiner
    Reviewed by: Michael Soucy
    75
    An excellent human-interest documentary that unlike so many others has a genuine appeal beyond someone already interested in the subject matter.
  4. Boston Globe
    Reviewed by: Joel Brown
    50
    This is a well-made film that will seem revelatory to moviegoers unfamiliar with the huge, worldwide gaming culture. They’re going to be pretty hard to find, however.

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  1. NickD
    10
    Finally a movie about gamers that doesn't portray them as freaks and geeks. The Indiana Boys' bromance is hilarious, and it balances out other moments that are heartbreaking and uplifting. The sections on gold farming and disabled gamers are fascinating. Highly recommended!… Expand

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