Shiner (film)
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| Directed by | Christian Calson |
| Written by | Christian Calson |
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Shiner is a 2004 released film written and directed by Christian Calson.
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[edit] Plot
Various relationships are shown in which some form of abuse is not only involved but savored. The central story involves Tony and Danny, two straight friends, whose relationship changes once Tony discovers that he becomes sexually satisfied when Danny physically abuses him. Another storyline involves Tim, an out of work boxer who is being stalked by Bob, a shy loner who still lives at home with his mother.
[edit] Cast
- Tony - Scott Stepp
- Danny - Derris Nile
- Charles - Ryan Soteres
- Linda - Carolyn Crotty
- Reg - Seth Harrington
- Tim - David Zelina
- Bob - Nicholas King
- Bob's Mom - Conny Van Dyke
[edit] Reviews
- "The only film that played at the Castro Theater during this festival so controversial that all 66 of our sponsors passed on it." - Michael Lumpkin, Festival Director-Frameline Film Festival
- "Rife with ugly behavior, Shiner rejects the trend of queer filmmakers seeking straight understanding." - Carla Meyer, San Francisco Chronicle
- "Most people will probably be put off by the relentless violence. But if you can stick it out, you will find yourself asking some Big Picture questions." - Steve Weinstein, New York Blade
