Sissy-Boy Slap-Party

Sissy-Boy Slap-Party

2004 · 6 min · ★ 5.3 · Comedy

Sailors in repose on an island paradise seemingly have no worries of war or danger — until a playful gesture is interpreted as an act of wilful aggression. Soon, the innocent act of slight slapping becomes a relentless and unforgiving orgy of open-palmed face-smacking.

Directed by Guy Maddin · Written by Guy Maddin

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