“Grafted” is a 2024 body horror film directed by Sasha Rainbow. The story follows Wei, a talented but socially awkward Chinese student who moves to New Zealand to study medical research at a prestigious university. Wei has a distinctive facial birthmark, a feature she shared with her late father, a scientist who tragically died while working on experimental skin grafting procedures. Determined to complete her father’s work and overcome her own insecurities, Wei immerses herself in his unfinished research, hoping to find a solution that could change her life.Grafted 2024 Movie Download.
As Wei continues her experiments, she discovers a groundbreaking binding agent for skin grafts derived from the secretions of the corpse flower. This discovery leads her to develop a revolutionary skin grafting technique that allows for seemingly perfect skin regeneration. However, her obsession with achieving flawless beauty and gaining social acceptance drives her down a dark and disturbing path. The film explores themes of self-image, societal beauty standards, and the lengths to which individuals will go to fit in.
“Grafted” has been described as a low-budget Kiwi body horror film with a gritty, punk-inspired attitude. It draws comparisons to classic horror films such as “The Substance” and “Eyes Without a Face,” blending elements of dark comedy and psychological horror. With its thought-provoking narrative and unsettling visuals, the film offers a unique take on body horror while critiquing the pressures of modern beauty ideals. “Grafted” is set to stream on Shudder starting January 24, 2025.