Shimmer
"Stories of a Detention Farm, From One Who Lived There."
Originally released in 1993. Shimmer is a drama film. directed by John Hanson.
Starring Marcus Klemp, Elijah James Shepard, and Mary Beth Hurt
Synopsis
The solo actor in Shimmer tells the story by becoming each character in turn. The play takes place in 1956, in a harsh Midwestern juvenile detention center, where two boys befriend each other.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1993
32 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Marcus Klemp
as John 'Spacy' Callahan
Elijah James Shepard
as Gary Finch (as Elijah Shepard)
Mary Beth Hurt
as Mother
Tom Bower
as Mr. Speck
Clem Tucker Jr.
as Teats Bower
Patrick LaBrecque
as Tony Kemler
Jake Busey
as Richard Halverson
Michael Hyland
as Davey Rydell
Robert Breuler
as Mr. Kibby
Mary Forcade
as Mrs. Speck
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- American Playhouse
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shimmer about?
The solo actor in Shimmer tells the story by becoming each character in turn. The play takes place in 1956, in a harsh Midwestern juvenile detention center, where two boys befriend each other.
Who directed Shimmer?
Shimmer was directed by John Hanson.
How long is Shimmer?
Shimmer has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was Shimmer released?
Shimmer was released on October 1, 1993 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Shimmer?
The main cast of Shimmer includes Marcus Klemp, Elijah James Shepard, Mary Beth Hurt, Tom Bower, Clem Tucker Jr..