Steam Cloud Rising
“Truth can only be contained for so long”
Synopsis
In 1979, disclosing your homosexuality in a small town high school was risky business, especially if you were at the top of the social ladder. Popular and athletic, Hugh struggles with containing his true sexual identity. Outside of school, he attends community meetings of concerned citizens of the local nuclear power plant, where he meets Winston, a slightly older and disabled young man. Hanging out at Winston's place, he safely confides in his distress of a fellow student, Kabold, who is outwardly gay and in deep pain. As the truth's of the power plant are researched together, Hugh struggles with releasing his own truths, until the plant has a general emergency, releasing radiated steam, and he can't keep his sexuality contained any longer.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 27, 2004
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eric Spaar
- Original Title
- Steam Cloud Rising
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eric Spaar
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Eric Spaar
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What is Steam Cloud Rising about?
In 1979, disclosing your homosexuality in a small town high school was risky business, especially if you were at the top of the social ladder. Popular and athletic, Hugh struggles with containing his true sexual identity. Outside of school, he attends community meetings of concerned citizens of the local nuclear power plant, where he meets Winston, a slightly older and disabled young man. Hanging out at Winston's place, he safely confides in his distress of a fellow student, Kabold, who is outwardly gay and in deep pain. As the truth's of the power plant are researched together, Hugh struggles with releasing his own truths, until the plant has a general emergency, releasing radiated steam, and he can't keep his sexuality contained any longer.
Who directed Steam Cloud Rising?
Steam Cloud Rising was directed by Eric Spaar.
Who stars in Steam Cloud Rising?
The principal cast of Steam Cloud Rising includes Ian Bonner, Jamie Bustamante, Alana Campbelle, Ralph Denton Sr., Aaron Fiore.
When was Steam Cloud Rising released and how long is it?
Steam Cloud Rising was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.