Second Skin

2009 | 94 minutes | 6.0 ★ (16)

Second Skin
  • Overview

    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.

  • Release Date

    07 March 2009

  • DirectingJuan Carlos Pineiro-Escoriaza
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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