Sunday, August 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Vidiots, Los Angeles
**Screenwriter**: Gregg Araki from the novel by Scott Heim **Producers**: Gregg Araki, Jeffrey Kusama-Hinte, Mary Jane Skalski Indie legend Gregg Araki’s most sensitive and thoughtful film to date, *Mysterious Skin* offers a profound and compassionate view into the lasting effects of childhood trauma. A teenage hustler and a young man obsessed with alien abductions cross paths, together discovering a horrible, liberating truth. With outstanding and compelling performances and empathetic direction, this powerful film still captivates and illuminates over 20 years later. More encore screenings added in the microcinema from August 21-23 – screening only, no special guests And come see Araki’s latest *sin*sational romp [*I Want Your Sex*](https://vidiotsfoundation.org/movies/i-want-your-sex/), opening in our microcinema on Friday, August 28th. **Picks from the Video Store** Looking for an Araki-thon this weekend? Buckle up for fun and visit his epic director’s section! *Nowhere, Doom Generation, Smiley Face* **Accessibility Options**: Amplified Audio, please see the box office for devices.