SKIN
SKIN is a poetic exploration of identity and self-discovery, using visual symbolism to depict a woman’s transformation into a man. Through inner manifestation they shed their old skin and embrace their true identity.
- Country: USA, Norge / Norway
- Year: 2023
- Length: 7
- Language: Engelsk / English
- Director: Leo Behrens
- Script: Leo Behrens
- Photography: Leo Behrens
- Editing: Alejandra Armijo
- Music: Mike Forst
- Production design: Mojo Wen
- Cast: Lio Mehiel
- Producer: Ilayda Cetinkaya
- Contact: dp.leobehrens(at(gmail.com
- Website: http://www.leobehrens.art/skin
Leo Behrens
Leo Behrens is an award-winning Norwegian trans cinematographer & director, based in Los Angeles. He began his career after graduating from Westerdals Film & TV in 2010 and in 2023 he earned his cinematography degree from the American Film Institute Conservatory. Behrens´ short film SKIN won the Gold Medal in the alternative/experimental category at the 2023 Student Academy Awards. In 2024 he received the Fresh Perspective Cinematography grant, which he will utilize for his first feature film.