About 'In My Skin'

'In My Skin' is a darkly comic coming-of-age TV series released in 2018. Set in South Wales, it tells the story of Bethan Gwyndaf, a teenager struggling to come to terms with her complex familial life while keeping things hidden from her friends and schoolmates. The series provides a candid portrayal of mental illness, self-discovery, and adolescent pressures.

Making / Production

'In My Skin' was produced by Expectation Entertainment and was distributed by BBC. Directed by Lucy Forbes, the series is praised for its realistic situations and unique humor that resonated with the audience.

Actors

• Gabrielle Creevy as Bethan Gwyndaf, a complex and conflicted teenager, trying to cope with her unstable home life. Creevy's performance has been hailed for its depth and emotional realism.
• Poppy Lee Friar plays the role of Lydia, Bethan's best friend who recognises but fails to understand her friend's tumultuous life. Friar balances the role with empathy and wit.
• James Wilbraham as Travis, a schoolmate who adds further complexities to Bethan's life. Wilbraham's performance enhances the drama with his character's intricate personality.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series was largely filmed in Cardiff, lending an authentic feel to the setting.
• Gabrielle Creevy won the 2019 BAFTA Cymru award for her performance as Bethan in the show.
• The series was initially launched as a short film before being developed into a full series.

Awards

'In My Skin' has won recognition at several award ceremonies, including the BAFTA Cymru 2019 where Gabrielle Creevy won the 'Best Actress' award for her role as Bethan.

Quotes

• "The best way to fit in is to be like everyone else, but the hardest thing to be is yourself."
• "Everyone's got their own version of normal."
• "Life isn't sunshine and rainbows, but a good friend can make it bearable."

Music, Soundtrack

• "Live Life" by Zayde Wolf, an uplifting track that marked important transitions in the series.
• "Bring it On" by The Haggis Horns, a tune that adds a light-hearted dimension to certain scenes.
• "Home to Me" by Josh Radin, a song that highlights emotional moments in the series.