Shiner (2004 film)

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Shiner
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Directed by Christian Calson
Written by Christian Calson
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Distributed by TLA Releasing
Release date
2004
Running time
89 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Shiner is a 2004 film written and directed by Christian Calson and starring Scott Stepp, Derris Nile, Nicholas T. King, David Zelina, Carolyn Crotty, Seth Harrington, Conny Van Dyke

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Plot

Shiner explores three relationships in which some form of abuse is not only involved but savored. The central story involves Tony and Danny, two friends whose relationship changes once Danny discovers that he becomes sexually satisfied when Tony 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. Third is Reg and Linda, who discover their sex life improves when they hit each other during the act.

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References

  1. Dennis Harvey "Shiner," Variety June 28, 2004 http://www.variety.com/review/VE1117924242?refcatid=31
  2. "Wedded Bliss at Frameline28," San Francisco Chronicle June 13, 2004 [FINAL EDITION], retrieved via ProQuest Newsstand