Gifted and Challenged: The Making of 'Shortbus'
A look at the unusual process used in the making of the film Shortbus (2006) featuring interviews, behind the scenes footage and clips from the feature film. Director John Cameron Mitchell starts with the concept of using real sex in a film with a positive message. The cast of unknowns is selected from homemade audition tapes and then a callback audition workshop. More acting workshops are used to develop the characters and script. The project overcomes a number of obstacles and the rest of the film's development is followed up until its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Gifted and Challenged: The Making of 'Shortbus'
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 2007-03-13
- Runtime: 31 minutes
- Rating: 6.5/10 (4 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Sundance Channel, Spectrum Media Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 4.2114
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Raphael Barker
as Rob
Lindsay Beamish
as Severin
Justin Vivian Bond
as Himself
Jay Brannan
as Ceth
Jonathan Caouette
as Himself
Shanti Carson
as Leah
Miek Coccia
as Himself
Paul Dawson
as James / Himself
PJ DeBoy
as Jamie
Howard Gertler
as Himself
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gifted and Challenged: The Making of 'Shortbus'?▼
Gifted and Challenged: The Making of 'Shortbus' is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2007-03-13.
Who are the main actors in Gifted and Challenged: The Making of 'Shortbus'?▼
The main cast includes Raphael Barker, Lindsay Beamish, Justin Vivian Bond, Jay Brannan, Jonathan Caouette, .
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Is Gifted and Challenged: The Making of 'Shortbus' based on a true story?▼
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What is the IMDb rating of Gifted and Challenged: The Making of 'Shortbus'?▼
Gifted and Challenged: The Making of 'Shortbus' has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 based on 4 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Gifted and Challenged: The Making of 'Shortbus'?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Gifted and Challenged: The Making of 'Shortbus'?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Sundance Channel, Spectrum Media Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Gifted and Challenged: The Making of 'Shortbus' filmed?▼
Gifted and Challenged: The Making of 'Shortbus' was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Gifted and Challenged: The Making of 'Shortbus'?▼
The total runtime of Gifted and Challenged: The Making of 'Shortbus' is 31 minutes.
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The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Gifted and Challenged: The Making of 'Shortbus'?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Gifted and Challenged: The Making of 'Shortbus'.
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