Release Date
January 24, 2014 (Limited)
DVD Release Date
April 29, 2014 (Buy on Amazon)
Director
Ron Krauss
Writer
Ron Krauss
Cast
Vanessa Hudgens, Brendan Fraser
Studio
Running Time
120 minutes
MPA Rating
Rated PG-13 for mature thematic material involving mistreatment, some drug content, violence and language - all concerning teens.
What is Gimme Shelter about?
Based on a true story that centers on 16-year-old Agnes "Apple" Bailey (Vanessa Hudgens), "Gimme Shelter" uncovers the struggle for survival and the hope of redemption through the harsh realities of life on the streets. As a pregnant teenager, Apple’s journey plummets her into a perilous struggle until finding salvation in a suburban shelter for homeless teens. With provisions of unprecedented comfort, a collective sisterhood connection and female empowerment, the shelter elevates Apple to break... Full synopsis »
MOVIE REVIEW
Another Disney Princess continues to rebel against her past in Gimme Shelter, a touching though ordinary drama about a teenage runaway who seeks refuge after discovering she is pregnant. The movie stars Vanessa Hudgens, Brendan Fraser and Rosario Dawson and is inspired by a true story. Full movie review »
