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Abuse (1983)

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Thomas is 14 and effeminate with family problems. In the hospital, after being beaten by his parents, he meets Larry a young (30 something) filmmaker who is planning to make a film about child abuse. After his release from the hospital Thomas phones Larry to try and find out if he is also gay but decides the only way to find out is to meet him at a public toilet.

Unrated, 1 hr. 34 min.

Directed By: Arthur J. Bressan Jr.

In Theaters: Mar 1, 1983 Wide

On DVD: Jan 1, 2000

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