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Drama Cult Classic

A bisexual hustler navigates San Francisco's underbelly in this raw 1970 drama.

THE MEATRACK

The sordid life of a young bisexual man "forced" into male prostitution.

1970 · 1h 5m · NR · Drama · IMDB TMDB

A handsome bisexual hustler roams the streets of San Francisco.

Quick Answer

What is The Meatrack about?

The Meatrack is a 1970 American drama film directed by Richard Stockton about the sordid life of a young bisexual man forced into male prostitution.

Programmer's Pick

Few films wear their sexploitation badge as openly as The Meatrack. With a bisexual hustler at its center, this slice of San Francisco sleaze is as unfiltered as its cast is underdressed. If you like your drama raw and your briefs white, step right up.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

The Meatrack plunges viewers into the gritty streets of San Francisco, following a handsome young man whose bisexuality and circumstances 'force' him into the world of male prostitution. The film explores his encounters and struggles amid a landscape of bathhouses, bars, and the city's nocturnal haunts. With its unvarnished depiction of hustling, sexploitation, and the complicated relationships between family, lovers, and johns, The Meatrack presents a stark window into a world rarely shown in mainstream cinema of its era. The drama is unflinching in its portrayal of sexuality and survival, with a focus on the protagonist's navigation through personal and societal expectations.

Details & Specs

Director
Richard Stockton
Writer
Joel Ensana
Release
1970
Runtime
1h 5m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
Genres
Drama

Why Cult

Bisexual Hustler Portrait

The film centers on a young bisexual man navigating the world of male prostitution, offering a rare 1970s glimpse into queer street life.

San Francisco Underbelly

Set amid the city's bathhouses, bars, and streets, it's a time capsule of San Francisco's hidden scenes.

Sexploitation Edge

The Meatrack is tagged as both sexploitation and exploitation, promising explicit, boundary-pushing content for the time.

Unfiltered Male Nudity

With scenes featuring male frontal and rear nudity, group showers, and bathhouse encounters, the film doesn't shy away from its subject.

Scene Gallery

Questions from the Vault

When was The Meatrack released? +

The Meatrack was released in 1970.

Who directed The Meatrack? +

The Meatrack was directed by Richard Stockton.

How long is The Meatrack? +

The Meatrack has a runtime of 65 minutes.

What genre is The Meatrack? +

The Meatrack is a drama film.

Where can I watch The Meatrack? +

You can watch The Meatrack on SassyFlix.

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