On My Skin is a drama film directed by Alessio Cremonini, released in 2018. The film is based on the true story of Stefano Cucchi, an Italian man who was arrested for a minor drug offense in 2009 and was found dead in his prison cell just five days later.
The movie follows Cucchi's harrowing experience in jail, where he is beaten and tortured by police officers. During his stay, he is denied medical treatment despite his worsening condition, leading to his eventual death. The film highlights the mistreatment and injustice faced by many prisoners in Italy's justice system.
The movie stars Alessandro Borghi as Stefano Cucchi and is set in Rome. On My Skin was highly controversial in Italy upon release, with many critics stating that it shed light on a dark side of the Italian justice system that is often kept hidden from the public.
The film was released on Netflix and was applauded by both critics and audiences worldwide for its raw performances, powerful storytelling, and unflinching look at the horrors of the prison system. It was nominated for several awards and received the Best Production Design award at the Venice Film Festival.