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1 feb 2022 · A ground-breaking film about sex and disability that won Samson much acclaim. Though courting controversy with his subject matter, Samson was an extremely compassionate filmmaker who never sought to exploit his subjects.
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17 feb 2023 · THE SKIN HORSE is an outspoken consideration of a subject not readily discussed on television: the emotional and sexual life of disabled people. This unusual program makes that subject real to viewers by allowing them into the lives of several severely disabled individuals.
The Skin Horse. 1983. Directed by John Samson, Nigel Evans. The producers of “Silent Minority” and “Walter” present their latest television film. An award-winning, ground-breaking TV documentary dealing sensitively with the topic of sex and intimacy within the disabled community. Cast. Crew. Details. Genres. Releases. Nabil Shaban.
- John Samson, Nigel Evans
The wisest and oldest toy in the nursery, the Skin Horse, which was owned by the boy's uncle, tells the rabbit about toys being made Real by love of children: "Real isn't how you are made... It's a thing that happens to you. When a child loves you for a long, long time, not just to play with, but REALLY loves you, then you become Real". [3] .
- Margery Williams
- 1922
A ground-breaking film about sex and disability that won Samson much acclaim. Though courting controversy with his subject matter, Samson was an extremely compassionate filmmaker who never sought to exploit his subjects.
Telly addict Andrew Collins casts his critical eye over New Worlds (above), Klondike, The Trip to Italy, Endeavour and Monkey Planet
In this unique, award-winning documentary, people with disabilities talk about their sexuality and sexual needs. With powerful references to Browning’s Freaks and Lynch’s The Elephant Man, the film questions society’s views on disability and takes a critical look at the mechanics of institutionalisation.
