Frisk

First, I'm a fan of Alexis Arquette. His spot in the film just sends me. Now the movie is a bit..er a lot gross. It's good looking gay men acting out some very sadistic fantasies. Things I have fantasized doing to a couple of my ex's. Notwithstanding, I,of course would never do such, but it's there lurking in the back of my mind. Don't laugh at me, and don't touch my makeup! There is a theory that societies that supress artistic expressions of sexuality and brutality wind up acting them out for real, ie...the Nazis. Those where freedom of speech allows for such expression are far more healthy. We must be in good shape then. Really this film is a shocker, but that's good. It's just a movie afterall. Mind you, the operative word here is FANTASY! As long as you know the difference between real and imaginary, you are okay.

An overly dark film both literally and figuratively. It shifts back and forth between reality and fantasy to a point that you're not sure which is which. Adding to the confusion is overlapping imagery and an incoherent plot. This movie attempts to lure you into thinking that you are actually watching a potentially "snuff" film - and if you don't sit through it all the way to the finish of the end credits...We all may have sexual fantasies. It is not necessary to pay to see a psychotic one that swings back and forth between disturbing and horrific. I'm still not even sure what the title - FRISK - has to do with this heap of garbage masquerading as something profound.

A not so great adaptation of a risk taking novel. Do not worry if you miss this. Read the book.

If you like New Queer Cinema and like horror THIS IS YOUR MOVIE!!! I wish there were more gay movies about murder that were this graphic but nonetheless I'm glad this fantastic film exists. The Strand dvd also has a great commentary and is the best resolution you'll find.

Something different. Fantasies of a gay sociopath that leave you wondering in the end if they actually happened or not. Violent and gory, but not as sexually explicit as advertised. A few very brief junk shots. Picture and sound quality not that great. I'm sure the critics would not have found it as gross if it had been female hookers slashed up with knives. Surprise! Gay people can be sociopaths too.

Couldn’t find this film anywhere, got it fast in the mail.

I bought this pile on Amazon after being duped again by bogus reviews. This film does not make it on any level: dramatic or erotic. It is boring and repetitious unless you like white BVDs. The models are mostly mediocre with mostly mediocre bodies. I'm not sure that it has a real plot. The photography is dull, dim, dark, and fuzzy. The acting and dialogue are bad. The scenery/backgrounds are all cheapo. Just when I thought this movie could not get any worse, the broads showed up! How can anyone be bothered to make such a piece of junk? Of course the reviewers have to lie, there is nothing good to be said about this thing. Only a movie masochist could like it. Let them watch it; steer clear.

When "Frisk" debuted at the San Francisco Gay and Lesbian Film Festival it was met with outrage and shock by filmgoers. Viewed as homophobic in it's content and portrayal of gay men, the movie has gotten a bad wrap, but forget what people say and pick up this hot flick for mature audiences and see it for yourself.A gorgeous cast of hot guys who do nude scenes (most notably handsome adult film actor Michael Gunther in the lead), some tight, if not artsy camera and lens work, as well as a more cohesive storyline that pulls together the arguably complicated tale as penned originally by author Dennis Cooper, make this a noteworthy film.Not for the faint of heart, content includes controversial portrayals of BD/S&M, underground leather and fetish culture, as well as homicide, suicide, snuff and carries a generally moody atmosphere from the get go.Interestingly enough, there is some humor to be found, but admittedly it's pretty dark, and while I wouldn't consider this film to be a black comedy per se, it does carry certain elements unique to the particular genreCast also includes Craig Chester and Parker Posey in supporting roles, and a cameo from Alexis Arquette as a punk for hire.It needs to be said that the physical content of the film is largely symbolic to the plot and events (more so here than in Cooper's world), and comes down to a simple theme of sexual exploration.If you collect art house erotica on DVD, this is a highly reccomended film.

"Frisk" has been both critically acclaimed and routinely slammed by audiences, who find themselves intrigued and repulsed by its content. Indeed this is a movie which is both difficult to understand and watch, for much of is content is on the fringe of cinematic acceptability. Even the most nuanced critic would find such content (ranging from bondage, murder and snuff) difficult to assess within its context, as it both graphic and jarring with little explanation, except for the narration of the main character (Michael Gunther).I have read some commentary of the movie which describes it as homophobic, in that its portrayal of gay men is far from sympathetic. Selfish, hedonistic, drug dependent, social reprobates would be a kind analysis of many of the gay men portrayed herein, and as such the criticism could be understood if seen in isolation. However, this should not be seen in this way, as the story is primarily concerned with an extreme fringe of that community and is certainly not meant to be representative of the gblt community. That aside, the endemic cruelty and horror pervasive of that fringe (which is portrayed herein), is not meant to be considered lightly or with any sympathy. Any person who seeks to kill another, for no other purpose than his own distorted (intensely perverse) desire, deserves no such sympathy. This is the point of the movie, although I would question whether the director has fulfilled that mandate.Indeed monsters should be understood, and their rantings considered (if not studied) for no other reason than for understanding the depravity to which some humans can descend. My concern is that much of these rantings are romanticised through the lead character, which is perhaps the way he sees his crimes. This is however, not the truth. They are heinous acts of cruelty, that should be admonished and rejected with outright contempt. Herein lies my first criticism of the movie, in that I am of the opinion that not enough is done to de-mystify the rantings of the serial killer, and expose them for the lunacy they are. Perhaps a small correction is warranted here, for I fear that the killer is far from insane, if anything he is a psychopath (not to be confused with a sociopath). He understands the difference between right and wrong, but does not care.Adult performer Michael Gunther was a real surprise, as he was both believable and astute in his portrayal of the lead. Also of some interest to many will be the assemble cast, many of whom have gone on to establish credible careers within Hollywood although are very young in this movie. My other criticisms are around the extremely long narrations, which if seeking to establish balance between the profane and the inane, would have served a purpose. Unfortunately, they bordered on the poetic ramblings of a unpublished poet, desperate to be understood by an audience numbed to his rantings. The director could have used this to a much better advantage, and delved deeper into the critique of horror.It took me some time to complete the movie, as I could only watch so much before becoming somewhat overwhelmed by its darkness. In the end it was an interesting narrative, with a subject matter important for human understanding. Unfortunately, I ultimately believe that purpose was lost, through an unacceptable and underlying sympathy for the main character, which for me was neither insightful nor of purpose.

...well...it's like this... a homosexual necropheliac goes on a murderous rampage after his boyfriend departs for Paris. It's kinda like watching a car accident... you know you should look away, but you just can't. Definitely NOT for the squeamish. I'd say pass on this one.