Short Eyes (1977)

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"Short eyes" is prison slang for a man who sodomizes little boys. Fitting this odious description is new inmate Bruce Davison, who is arrested and locked up with the scum of the earth. Despite their own depravities, Davison's fellow prisoners consider him the lowest form of human life, and proceed to treat him accordingly, in a series of appalling episodes that must have been as hard to film as they are to watch. Most of the supporting cast is comprised of real-life hoodlums, junkies and killers; small wonder that Davison retains his deer-in-the-headlights facial expression throughout the film. Short Eyes was based on a play by Miguel Pinero. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

Theatrical Feature Running Time:

100 mins

Complete Cast:

Director(s):

Robert M. Young

Writer(s):

Miguel Piñero

Producer(s):

Marvin Stuart, Lewis Harris, Robert M. Young

Theatrical MPAA Rating:

R(Strong Sexual Content, Rape & Sexual Abuse, Graphic Violence, Not For Children, Adult Situations, Profanity)

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