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Six men train rigorously, pushing their physical limits in extreme bodybuilding as they prepare for upcoming competitions.

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  • Meet dedicated bodybuilders like Jean-François and Ronald.
  • See unique cinematography by François Messier-Rheault.
  • Find out about the daily routines of extreme bodybuilders.

Did You Know

  • The film premiered at the Locarno International Film Festival in August 2017.
  • François Messier-Rheault won the Prix Iris for Best Cinematography in 2018.
  • The documentary was filmed in August 2016 in Eastern Townships.
  • A Skin So Soft was released on video-on-demand on March 7, 2018.

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Who directed the documentary A Skin So Soft?

A Skin So Soft was directed by Canadian director Denis Côté.

When did A Skin So Soft premiere at the Locarno International Film Festival?

A Skin So Soft premiered at the Locarno International Film Festival in August 2017.

What award did François Messier-Rheault win for his work on A Skin So Soft?

François Messier-Rheault won the Prix Iris for Best Cinematography in a Documentary at the 20th Quebec Cinema Awards in 2018.

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