Listed by Salterra Films
Genre documentary, urban, true story
Original Language English
Project Status Post Production
Project Type TV Show/Series
Production Company Salterra Films
Director Cris Vleck
Executive Producer Khaleel Ghandi
Producer Jody Ledgerwood
A new docu-series to celebrate the stories that leave a lasting mark.
"Behind The Skin" is a unique docuseries that explores the unforgettable stories behind the ink on a person’s skin. Examining not just the art, but the motivations, emotions, and relationships that drive the need to leave a permanent mark. Each episode provides the viewers an intimate look at emotional events that end up in a forever, albeit mortal, statement . “Behind the Skin” is a deep dive into epidermal journeys that turn bodies into living graphic novels. This compelling docu-series celebrates the human need for storytelling in a never before seen way. In short, everyone loves a great tattoo story. Clay skips the funeral but makes it to the reading of the will. When Clay arrives, he is surprised to learn that the mansion he grew up in has been converted to a retirement home. Joseph was proud to create a home for his closest friends; ensuring they lived out their days in dignity. Clay navigates his way through a gauntlet of colourful characters on his way to the gathering for the reading, most of whom he knows from his childhood. Finally, the time to read the will arrives and Clay takes a break from filling his Amazon cart long enough to find out about his payday. Clay is horrified when he learns that his uncle Joseph has a few surprises in store for him. Joseph's final words reveal that he is disappointed in how Clay has turned out. He does not blame Clay; but rather, he blames himself. When Clay's parents died in a tragic car accident, Joseph rescued Clay and raised him as his own. Over the years, Joseph kept more of an eye on his company than he did on Clay. As a result, Clay had becom lazy, self-centered and lacked ambition. This led to conflict between the two until Clay left and they became estranged. Joseph sees his death as an opportunity to help right the wrongs he created. Joseph's unusual will contains a list of stipulations designed to test Clay's character: First, Clay must manage the retirement home for which he will receive free room, board, and a modest salary. Second, he must obtain signed affidavits from each of the residents of the home testifying that they believe Clay is of good character. Third, Clay must manage the home for one year or until all the affidavits are signed; whichever comes first. Fourth, if Clay fails to obtain all the signatures, the money reverts to a trust fund to be used to manage the home. In essence, the money goes to the residents. This infuriates Clay, but he is out of money and options. Clay begrudgingly stays on as manager to hide out and keep an eye on his money. It is not long before Clay starts to question whether or not the money is worth the soul crushing amount of schooling he's getting from this cantankerous group of elders. Clay has to become aware of his own flaws while navigating other obstacles such as; the forgetful Elsie constantly losing her signed affidavits, the tough Espirita whacking Clay with her cane, the brutally sarcastic Authur and the hyper-amorous Hideyoshi & Emiko sneaking off to the broom closet. What Clay cannot see is that they all have Clay's best interest at heart and want to see him become the man that his uncle knew he could be. The big question is, can you teach a new dog old tricks?