The Illustrated Man

The Illustrated Man

Don't dare stare at the illustrated man.

Directed by Jack Smight

Produced by SKM

1969103 min5.6 / 10

A surreal, episodic science-fiction horror film where a cursed man's living tattoos unlock visions of dystopian futures and existential dread.

A man who has a body almost completely covered in tattoos is searching for the woman who cursed him with the "skin illustrations". Each tattoo reveals a bizarre story, which is experienced by staring at the scene depicted. When the illustrated man meets a fellow tramp on the road a strange voyage begins.

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Like The Illustrated Man

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as The Illustrated Man

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like The Illustrated Man, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like The Illustrated Man, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like The Illustrated Man, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.