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Your 100% drama with no sugar added has been delivered. Ingredients: Dark, cruel childhood seasonad with bad parenting overlapped with mental health issues. People expecting entertaining teenage story can be considered as allergic to this dish. To the rest the show is highly recommended, it's intensely touching and deep.

Funny, sad, horrible and brilliant. Wonderful acting, story, script and overall production. Lead actors Gabrielle Creevy and Jo Hartley are particularly brilliant and deserve awards for this.

For reasons that baffle me, in the UK this has been promoted by the BBC as a "comedy series" - go figure! OK, there are some wryly comic moments, but make no mistake: this is drama, folks. When I saw the pilot of "In My Skin" back in 2018 I was blown away, and kept my fingers crossed that a full series would be commissioned. Happily it has, and the result completely fulfils my hopes.

"In My Skin" is the tale of a talented 16 year-old Welsh schoolgirl called Bethan Gwyndaf. Bethan has a secret: everything.

Her home life is far from ideal - VERY far - to the point that she feels she needs to hide it from everyone she knows. Fortunately, Bethan is a very accomplished liar: for years, she has had even her closest schoolfriends believing the wildest "facts" about her lifestyle and background.

Maintaining such a massive construct of lies is hard work though: Bethan lives every day on a knife edge, only ever one wrong word away from exposure, and over time, the stress of keeping all her fictional plates spinning - of maintaining her facade while trying to cope with an increasingly chaotic domestic situation - gets steadily harder to bear.

Long story short: it's superb. Its depiction of the callous bear-pit of school life is so accurately drawn that, as a one-time victim of persistent playground bullying myself, there were moments I found difficult to watch. It's worth it, though: the writing is spot-on and performances are excellent across the board. Especial mention must go to Jo Hartley, who plays Beth's mother - a very challenging role.

The majority of the cast are faces new to me and little known outside Wales. However, one actor may ring a bell with anyone who's seen "Detectorists": the horrendously overbearing P.E. teacher (a darkly comedic ogre of a part) is played by Laura Checkley, whom you might remember as Louise.

I understand that "In My Skin" is about to be screened in the USA on Hulu. A note for American viewers: you might need to switch on the subtitles! Many scenes involve Welsh teenagers talking rapidly in slang, and without a little onscreen help there may be quite a few moments when you're left wondering what the hell is being said. I grew up near Wales, but even I struggled at times!

This is a very important character study into the mind of a teen that is struggling beyond the limits any teen thinks they can comprehend. And she does so, exquisitely.

What a program! Why have they waited so long to make another. Incredibly believable acting and wonderful story. I'm from Wales so having a Welsh cast really made it even more special for me. The switch between Bethan's two lives were done portrayed so well and the ending had me itching for the second series. You won't be disappointed! My favourite character was the grandma... HANDS DOWN! Haha.

I don't really know where to begin, here. The actors are brilliantly cast. All of them. And they all stand out with a credible personality, the students, parents, teachers, the Chippy guy...

Bethan has a harder time than most in her extremely dysfunctional home, but still manages to find the inner strength to survive. Going through all the relatable conflicts and good times in and outside of school, she balances ever so narrowly without plunging into the abyss. It's dark, but it is beautiful, it is ever so relatable, and I recommend it as one of the must-sees. If you are young, or you have young ones living at home, or you need a reminder what being young is like - watch it.

I haven't seen a lot of Welsh series, so I did need the occasional subtitle support, but the accent really has a beautiful melody to it. Now I want to visit the country!

The first series was revealing and honest about a deprived childhood and the devastating consequences on the aspirations and achievements of that misfortune. It realistically portrays the shame and guilt that can accrue. But all this is done with humour - both ribald and acerbic - that still remains both humane and ultimately hopeful, despite the pent-up frustrations of teenage angst and a quiet rage against the circumstances of life inflicted on protagonist Bethan.

The portrait of Bethan's mam going through an episode of bipolar breakdown is eviscerating - but then again, there is healing and resolution, if only for a while. The mainly female leads in the first and second series are outstanding - Creevey playing Bethan is, as they say, a revelation and the actress playing her mam delivers a tour de force. Rhodri Meilyr, Steffan Rhodri and Mr Wilbraham playing Travis also provide terrific support, as do the young actresses playing Ffion and Bethan's girlfriend (apologies to all actors unnamed - I can't see the crew listing to check your names as I write).

The second series is a wonderful sequence - the actors, their characters and the storyline have all matured. This is a story that needed to be told and it is told engagingly. It could be argued that such stories never end happily or hopefully. But I know from experience (and I think the author has also lived this) that it is possible, especially with the kindness and support of teachers, to escape the seemingly inevitable failure meted out to the 'undeserving' poor. This film may be frank and challenging and even uncomfortable to view at times - but it is both rewarding and entertaining.

I see some anti-Welsh racists in comments have bemoaned the mere existence of Welsh culture and voices - all the more reason to resist such xenophobia and do the opposite. More productions of quality like this from Wales (and other cultures outside the English metropolitan elites) and more presence of the Welsh language are now due. It's time that UK television reflected that English has not 'extirped' Welsh and that it is a modern, European indigenous language with its finger on the pulse of what really matters today and a significant presence in the UK.

This is a stunning drama. The script beautifully captures the tragedy and comedy of life. I was gripped from start to finish. You will not be disappointed in this wonderful series.

I can't remember when was the last time I cried watching a tv show but this time I did. It was heartbreaking to see what this girls went through. I've been there too, it's not easy to live with a chronically ill mother. I love Jo Hartley, she is an amazing actress. Very touching story and good acting. A solid 7 from me.

This is one of the best depictions of a teenagers troubled life I've ever seen. The ending of the last episode of the first season was a real cliffhanger, so I am very excited to see the next season. The actors are all very good. It is labelled as a comedy, not without reason, because there is a lot of dialogues and situations that makes me smile, but the excitement and dark side of life is always there. Bethan may seem like a dandelion child, but as always there are many layers in the human life, and this drama does not simplify things. That is what impresses me most here.

Which is high for me. I would have rated it higher if a tad less depressing but this was Bethans world. Really good portrayal of mental illness. Probably one of the best I've seen. I cried throughout as I dealt with some of the things she did. She had t be her own mother and father and her portrayal really was amazing! I felt all her emotions. The second season was a bit all over the place and not fleshed out well but it was still an excellent , moving piece of film/ series. I had started it ages ago when I got Hulu and forgot. Glad I remembered and finished it last night.

Regardless of what else this may be, it is dark, depressing, and not the slightest bit funny. In my opinion, the purpose of a TV series is entertainment and there is nothing entertaining about this. Two episodes was more than enough for me.

I hope there's a series 2! This was incredibly acted, funny but also heartbreaking, great witty one liners then moments that are so steeped in emotion it is not like anything I have seen before. 10/10

There are no words that can do this justice. Never have i been so blown away by a drama. I laughed and I cried. Beautifully acted by all. This was a very uplifiting and moving experience.

Amazing series from start to finish, season 2 really picks up. Was crying my eyes out at the end of the show.

Well done to the cast and everyone involved.

Wow loved it couldn't wait for series 2 ...this is hard hitting but everything that happens in this I can relate to 10 star all the way ...we want more!!

I found this a very moving and well acted series. It provides a very insightful look at what teenagers go through, and the pressure they face. It was heartbreaking to see the challenges the main character, Beth, goes through. Highly recommend the series!

If you were tempted to stop watching after the first 5 minutes of the first episode, which made it seem like this would be a cheap, exaggerated rip off of Skins (referring to the cringy scene in the park where Beth is drinking with her friends), then trust me - stick with it!

Thankfully we see less of the insufferable character that is Lydia (completely over after and unrealistic performance from the actress that portrayed her) as the season progresses.

It turns into the most realistic onscreen depiction of bipolar disorder that I've ever seen, and the difficulties that come with being the loved one of a person struggling with BPD.

Decent viewing, solid 7/10.

Shouldn't even be labelled comedy, this show provides more than that.

In My Skin

Watched the gloomy lot!

Supposedly this was showing a "normal" and perhaps "everyday" Welsh school girl growing up in modern Britain.

The school girl had such a ridiculous set of issues that you had to laugh. All drama is a compression of reality but here they overloaded the central character with so many impediments that is was ludicrous and absurd.

I am not quite sure who the target audience was, as it wasn't really suitable for anyone. I felt uncomfortable with the gross profiling of Welsh people and Welsh society as this was clearly intentional. Don't even start me on the man shaming, simply shocking!

Not sure what the poetry was all about when it was nothing more than rap doggerel! We had drinking whisky is school uniform, and drug taking how this example for a children's show was allowed to be shown I have no clue. The very strange "romantic" segment in episode 2 was quite hysterical because of what came before and after it.

Episode 3 was so full of contrivances. The drama carried on in much the same repetitive way

Come episode 5 we really saw what this drama could have been instead of the dross we got.

Oh well it's a weak 3 outta 10 from me, total rubbish!

Series 2

It was terrible, beyond terrible, it was beyond depressing, there were just no redeeming aspects. They really just showed us people spirally down, substance abuse, children out of control it was nihilistic offering a near alternative reality. I am at a loss to understand who this programme is aimed at. If life was truly as bleak as this show portrayed no one would carry on, and a programme about abject despair is not entertainment.

Heartwarming and heartbreaking. Such a real depiction of the struggles in life, a genuine must watch. Bethan the lead is phenomenal she makes the show.

I've written reviews for each season of "In My Skin" so I thought I'd put something here to sum up my overall feeling about it.

"In My Skin" was a show that I came across via the Guardian's "Best TV of 2020" list. It's a five-part series, based on the short film / pilot that was released in 2018. Though at times it's pretty grim subject matter, it often undercuts that with genuine humour and odd fantasy moments.

16-year-old Bethan Gwyndaf (Gabrielle Creevy) is a bright student, who should have a decent future open to her, but her home life is rocked by a lazy drunken father (Rhodri Mellir) and a mother (Jo Hartley) who is affected by a severe Bipolar disorder and is in and out of institutions. She constantly lies about her home life to her friends and teachers and withdraws to fantasy moments, and she is developing a crush on popular girl Poppy (Zadeiah Campbell-Davies).

You can't not start with Gabrielle Creevy who is phenomenal in the series. A real star in the making. She (and the plot) keeps Bethan on the right side of your affection even though she undertakes a few questionable actions along the way. The rest of the cast is great too, I only really recognised Jo Hartley and Bethan's grandmother, played by Di Botcher, whose been a consistent face on UK TV for decades.

Tonally, it's half grim kitchen sink drama and half sitcom, occasionally quite a broad sitcom too. The PE teacher, played by Laura Checkley from "The Detectorists" feels particularly like she's been shipped in from a different show. But somehow it balances really well. The idea that "This is going to end badly" never goes away, that disaster is going to befall one of the characters in the next scene. But also, it's funny, and funny in several different ways - either the wittiness of the characters or the use of a particular swearword at the right moment.

Warm and uplifting, Funny and comical, grim and dark. A excellent time.

There are moments of joy and heartbreak in this tale of a Welsh teenager who must balance her school life and love life with a challenging home life - specifically a bipolar mother and an abusive, alcoholic father.

The premise could be oppressively bleak, but there is enough humour and happiness sprinkled throughout so that it never feels one-note. For all the setbacks, Bethan overcomes hurdles, too, and at times triumphs.

In terms of programmes with a similar feel, I'd say this reminded me most of My Mad Fat Diary; there are comparable themes, namely mental health, secrets, love and heartbreak, coming of age, and school life. Tonally, In My Skin is more subtle and gritty, and any comedic elements take a back seat.

There are some excellent performances, especially Gabrielle Creevy as Bethan (can't wait to see her in more) and Jo Hartley as her mother Katrina - who managed to alternate between fragility and mania masterfully. Also worthy of praise: Rhodri Meilir as Bethan's dad, and Poppy Lee Friar and James Wilbraham who played Bethan's best friends Lydia and Travis.

Where the programme is weakest is when it depicts school life. The teachers for the most part feel like thinly drawn cartoons (especially the P. E. teacher). The same goes for Priest the bully, and Poppy the popular girl. Some of this could be due to poor casting, but there are flaws in the writing, too. Bethan facing off against Poppy in an election for Head Girl felt contrived and very 'American highschool' rather than drab Welsh comprehensive.

The programme really shines when it's dealing directly with Bethan's difficult life as de-facto carer and defender of her mother; and her attempts to hide this from her friends and teachers.

I laughed and I cried, more than once, and the awards In My Skin has won are thoroughly deserved. Whilst it isn't flawless, it deserves attention.