I have seen few films get as much advance talk and praise as "Shelter" (Regent Releasing). It is a gentle tale about surfer boys who fall in love and live "happily ever after". It is sweet and sexy and elegantly pure. Zach (Trevor Wright) puts his art school ambitions on hold so that he can take care of his nephew, Cody, because his sister Jeanne (Tina Holmes) wants to be free to see a variety of men. Zach spends his time working in a diner, riding the waves and taking care of Cody. His good buddy, Gabe, tells him that his big brother, Shaun (Brad Rowe), has come home from Los Angeles and even though it is no secret that Shaun is gay. No one knows that Zach has a secret crush on him. Shaun is an author and Zach has read his books and has yearned for him. Shaun and Zach do develop a friendship that becomes intimate and Shaun convinces Zach to take control of his life and ownership of his artwork. Shaun also manages to bond with Cody and it has a positive effect on the boy. But all is not idyllic. As time passes new issues come along and Zach is forced to struggle with his identity as his family tries to understand how Zach has changed since Shaun entered his life. When the news of the gay relationship gets out, Jeanne threatens to take Cody away and since Zach wants the best for the boy, he is forced to make a decision between putting others' desires first or fighting for what he feels is really important and right for both his and Cody's future. Here is a gay movie without any of the clichés of gay life. There are no drag queens, no hustlers and no drugs. Instead we have an outstanding script, fine performances and beautiful cinematography. It is due to premiere this month and then be available on DVD in late May. Written and directed by Joseph Markowitz, here is a movie that we can all be proud of. Full of tender gay moments, "Shelter" speaks to us and about us in a way few films have been able to do.Read full review
A roaring good story, well acted, well written, and with a very modern feel to it. Nonetheless, still can't get over the so many I see of gay male film characters, with no decent physiques to speak of -- (not that everyone should be a Chippendale's wonder, but they should at least have attractive bodies, or why bother to even want to go to bed with each other?) -- and then, even so, after they turn out to be so convincingly "into each other," we find that in real life they are all straight, and have presented the truth of their characters as totally false!! I mean, I love to see these guys in love with each other, and that's what I seek in life. But if it's all a "fiction," and such relationships don't exist, what's the point? Because most of the gay men I run into are all as shallow as pie tins, and just as substantial; all they seem to want is sex, and "relationship" is like a foreign word to them. What gives? So while such films are gratingly hitting the edge of that's what I want, it doesn't really seem to exist. It's all a fairy tale.Read full review
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I saw this movie on television a year ago and was very impressed with the script, the soundtrack, the production quality and the performances of the actors. It was a winner at several Film Festivals (as the cover of the DVD can attest). The film is set in San Pedro, CA and has some great surfing scenes. The genre of the film can be considered GLBT and there is some sexual content (no nudity). I think the film shows a truthful and poignant depiction of class and the sometimes hidden obligations that come with family. The DVD has only a few special features, including commentary, a music video and a short featurette. There are a large amount of previews before you reach the title menu, so be aware of that. I recommend this DVD to anyone who enjoys G&L films and is in the mood for drama/romance. As per the cover - "a perfect date movie."Read full review
Shelter is one of the best gay films out there. I would be surprised if you do not think this is an excellant gay themed movie. It's a great movie period for gay or straight movie lovers
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Im in love with this movie. This is one of the greatest lgbt movies ive ever seen. it tells the story about an up and coming artist that discoveres hes gay and in love with his best friends brother. it goes through the adventure of having to hide his feelings and the way everyone around him begings to look at him. the way tina plays his sister is great. shes a drunk who tries to find happiness with different men and leaves her son in the care of zack (the main character). i would recommend this to anyone and everyone (who knows im out lol). its a great love story of what people have to go through to be with the one they love. the soundtrack is also great and the whole cd is on my favorites list. when you see this movie, you will fall in love with it and will watch it over and over.
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