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66 out of 100

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9.0 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 25 Ratings

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  • Summary: Forced to give up his dreams of art school, Zach spends his days working a dead-end job and helping his needy sister care for her son. In his free time he surfs, draws, and hangs out with his best friend, Gabe, who lives on the wealthy side of town. When Gabe's older brother Shaun returns home, he is drawn to Zach's selflessness and talent. Zach falls in love with Shaun while struggling to reconcile his own desires with the needs of his family. (Regent Releasing)… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. Portland Oregonian
    Reviewed by: Grant Butler
    83
    There's real chemistry between the two actors.
  2. San Francisco Chronicle
    Reviewed by: David Wiegand
    75
    Features a superb performance in the lead role, a strong supporting cast, very good cinematography and, most of all, emotional authenticity.
  3. Village Voice
    Reviewed by: Ed Gonzalez
    60
    As far as coming-out dramas go, Shelter is a puppy dog, well-acted but rife with cliché received wisdom and at least one ingeniously arbitrary bit of mid-scene dialogue: "That's why you never tell a woman how to cook a chicken."

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. SamT
    10
    The movie is the best in the world. The story plot cannot be compared to anything. The acting was great and the music also played a very important role into making this film highly valuable.… Expand
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  2. MartinJ
    10
    Ditto! This is a movie for the heart that offers its fair share of intellectual rewards. What is particularly amazing is that it takes every trite romantic plot device and delivers them with a sense of intimacy and authenticity. The result is a universal love story about connecting with one's true self while reaching out to others.… Expand
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  3. mediaman23
    10
    What a uplifting surprise! Being a baby boomer who was part of the Gay Liberation movement right after Stonewall, it was a special treat to, finally, see an American made independent film that handled human relationships so expertly. These have been far and few, alas. This totally satisfying film deserves far more attention and acclaim. Well done, with a shout-out to an on-target Brad Rowe.… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes

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