Review of Shelter (2008) by Jimmytancredi — 06 Nov 2011

I finished this movie and I'm really delighted.

This review of Shelter (2008) was written by Jimmytancredi on 06 Nov 2011.

Shelter has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Albert Williams (13) for Chicago Reader (7,190) on 15 Mar 2014

What might have been a routine coming-out story is enriched by Wright's accomplished and honest performance, Markowitz's straightforward dialogue,…

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By Wesley Morris (1,967) for Boston Globe (6,852) on 09 Apr 2015

Shelter is a gay movie like other American gay movies. Boy meets boy. Boy comes out. Boys fight opposition. Opposition caves…

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By Kwen (2) on 28 May 2008

So Adorable. I absolutely loved this film. My friends nagged me until I saw it, and I didn't regret it at all. Totally worth two or three viewings…

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By Johnh. (67) on 29 Apr 2008

The two leads are hot, but they both turn in perfect, understated performances…

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By Martinj (7) on 05 Dec 2009

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By Maitland Mcdonagh (2,150) for TV Guide Magazine (2,375) on 16 Jun 2016

Markowitz 's low key coming of age/coming out story isn't particularly original, but features subtle performances and a vivid sense of place…

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Wright is a find, while Rowe may surprise those who dismissed him as a Brad Pitt look-alike when he first came to attention in Billy’s Hollywood…

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By Trevork. (2) on 01 Dec 2008

This was such an inspiring, well made movie. It was the first movie to make me cry in a long time. (not that it was sad, it was inspiring)…

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By Davids. (72) on 28 Mar 2008

A realistic and moving portrayal of coming out for today's teens…

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By Samt (5) on 28 Jan 2009

The movie is the best in the world. The story plot cannot be compared to anything…

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