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THE SKIN OF REASON

The Skin of Reason is a psychological short film that journeys through the fragmented mind of a retired soldier, burdened by the invisible scars of his past.
Trapped between waking life and intrusive regressions, he relives the stages of his existence, his imaginative childhood, the chaos of war, the turmoil of lost love, each memory surfacing through dreamlike encounters with distorted versions of himself.
Guided by surreal visions, white angels symbolizing his inner protection, and dark angels embodying betrayal and emotional wounds, he faces an internal odyssey where mirrors, hypnotic pendulums, and shifting landscapes blur the boundaries between reality and imagination.
Along his path, conversations with his "other self" weave existential reflections, from the allure of artificial intelligence to the raw need for self-recognition.
His journey leads him back to his sacred place: the beach a timeless space where innocence once thrived where he finally confronts the essence of who he is, merging past and present into a single, healing truth.
The Skin of Reason is a tribute to the silent struggles of those living with the aftermath of trauma, and a testament to the enduring power of family, love, and inner resilience.
This film is lovingly dedicated to all who fight unseen battles, and to the unbreakable bond I share with my brothers, Gary and Willie, my strength, my home.

  • JOSSIMAR LOPEZ
    Director
  • JOSSIMAR LOPEZ
    Writer
  • JOSSIMAR LOPEZ
    Producer
  • GARY LOPEZ
    Producer
  • WILLIE LOPEZ
    Producer
  • GARY LOPEZ
    Key Cast
    "GARETH"
  • WILLIE LOPEZ
    Key Cast
    "WILLIAM"
  • Project Type:
    Experimental, Feature, Short
  • Runtime:
    10 minutes 30 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    December 20, 2024
  • Country of Origin:
    United States, United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States, United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    SHOT ON RED DIGITAL 35mm
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16.9
  • Film Color:
    Black & White and Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • MIAMI, FLORIDA
    United States
    April 1, 2025
Director Biography - JOSSIMAR LOPEZ

Jossimar López (b. August 3, 1986, Bucaramanga) is a Colombian-American director and one-third of the groundbreaking López Triplets creative collective, alongside his brothers Willie and Gary López. With an extraordinary 20-year career spanning television, music, and film across continents, the López brothers have become synonymous with innovative storytelling that bridges Latin American passion and Hollywood production values. Before conquering the film world, the triplets created, produced and starred in over 300 episodes of live television in Colombia, developing their signature style of psychologically rich narratives wrapped in visually stunning packages. Their debut short film The Skin of Reason marks their cinematic coming of age a haunting psychological neon noir that distills two decades of performance experience into a meditation on mental health and human resilience. A Healthy Mind Through Art
The López brothers champion mental wellness both on-screen and off, using their platform to, Create stories that destigmatize mental health struggles
, Maintain balanced creative partnerships through open communication
, Advocate for self-care in high-pressure entertainment environments Current Project
The Skin of Reason (2024) - A surreal exploration of trauma and recovery, marking the triplets' first fully collaborative film with Jossimar directing while Willie and Gary serve as co-producers and co-stars. The project has been praised for its "visceral approach to psychological storytelling" (IndieWire).

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Director Statement

I create from the margins. From silence. From the spaces where voices are too often overlooked. My stories don’t seek permission they demand space. They rise from neighborhoods where noise, love, scars, and survival pulse through the streets like a heartbeat. These are the real places my characters are born from. These are the stories that need to be told.

I am an independent creator. I don’t wait for anyone to give me the green light. I build from the ground up: developing, shooting, editing, and delivering my own narratives. My camera isn’t just a tool, it’s my therapy, my protest, and my celebration. Every shot I take is an act of defiance, every frame a chance to speak truth.

As a Latino storyteller, I don’t just represent myself. I represent an entire community, a vast network of creative energy that’s still underrepresented in mainstream media. My goal isn’t just to tell stories; it’s to build a mirrorverse a space where mental health, identity, and community are seen with clarity and soul. Where the struggles and triumphs of people like me are reflected on the screen, and seen by the world.

I don’t come from privilege. I come from places where stories are survival, where success is measured not by comfort, but by resilience. That’s my power. It’s what fuels my passion, my work, and my vision.

From my studio in Miami to global festival stages, I don’t just bring films. I bring a voice with purpose. Local stories that echo globally. Stories that matter. I’m here to challenge, to grow, and to push boundaries. To heal. To speak truth. To tell the untold.

And yes, I dream of winning an Oscar. But not for the spotlight for the opportunity to prove that stories born from the margins, filled with heart, grit, and soul, belong on the world’s biggest stage.

I’m not just a filmmaker. I’m part of a movement. A movement that starts with me, but extends to my brothers, my community, and anyone who believes that creativity has no boundaries.

And this? This is just the beginning.