On Tender Hooks (2013)

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The first feature film from accomplished short filmmaker Kate Shenton, On Tender Hooks is a documentary film delving into the world of human suspension and the people involved. Kate spends a year following a different people and group of suspenders. Every Sunday they pierce themselves with hooks and hang in mid-air from rigs in a display that challenges the perceptions and squeamishness of even the most hardened. The film is a fly on the wall documentary showing how the ordinary human body can achieve extraordinary things. Beginning with groups in London, and then following events in Rico, Croatia and Oslo, Norway, the film depicts a wide variety of experience and opinions, and delves thoughtfully into a deeply misunderstood practice On Tender Hooks was a self-funded project filmed and edited by director Kate Shenton. Completed in 2012 it is an example of independent film-making at its purest.

Director: Kate Shenton
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 70 min
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Cast

Cinematography: Kate Shenton
Editing: Kate Shenton
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is On Tender Hooks about?
The first feature film from accomplished short filmmaker Kate Shenton, On Tender Hooks is a documentary film delving into the world of human suspension and the people involved. Kate spends a year following a different people and group of suspenders. Every Sunday they pierce themselves with hooks and hang in mid-air from rigs in a display that challenges the perceptions and squeamishness of even the most hardened. The film is a fly on the wall documentary showing how the ordinary human body can achieve extraordinary things. Beginning with groups in London, and then following events in Rico, Croatia and Oslo, Norway, the film depicts a wide variety of experience and opinions, and delves thoughtfully into a deeply misunderstood practice On Tender Hooks was a self-funded project filmed and edited by director Kate Shenton. Completed in 2012 it is an example of independent film-making at its purest.
Who directed On Tender Hooks?
On Tender Hooks was directed by Kate Shenton.
Who stars in On Tender Hooks?
On Tender Hooks stars Kate Shenton, Tam Smith, Charlyne Chiappone, Ana Laco, Håvve Fjell, Damien Lloyd-Davies.
How long is On Tender Hooks?
On Tender Hooks has a runtime of 1h 10m (70 minutes).
What genre is On Tender Hooks?
On Tender Hooks is a Documentary film.
Where was On Tender Hooks produced?
On Tender Hooks was produced in United Kingdom.