The Fluffer (2001): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
The Fluffer is a 2001 comedy drama directed by Wash Westmoreland and Richard Glatzer, starring Scott Gurney and Michael Cunio. It runs 1 hour 35 minutes and earned $599,523 worldwide. Critics gave it 53 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.6/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 35m (95 min)
- Directors
- Wash Westmoreland and Richard Glatzer
- Original language
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English - Studio
- TLA Releasing
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Fluffer About?
The premise of The Fluffer without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
This film explores obsession and the complicated relationships within the adult film industry. Johnny Rebel is a seasoned performer driven by financial need, while Sean McGinnis, an aspiring young man, becomes immersed in the darker side of Hollywood, hoping to be near his idol. The story examines the blurred lines between admiration, submission, and the pursuit of dreams in a world of contradictions.
The Fluffer Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- male frontal nudity
- erection
- young
- man
- fluffer
- gay
- gay for pay
- stripper
- porn star
- pubic hair
- male pubic hair
- motorcycle
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- bleached hair
- gun
- drink thrown into someone's face
- crying
- abuse
- sexual abuse
- mexico
- abortion
- pregnancy
- pornographic video
- watching porn
- los angeles california
- kiss
- california
- shaving
- hugging
- gay kiss
- cameraman
- camera
- marijuana
- on the run
- male full frontal nudity
- gay pornography
- shower
- sex
- kitchen
- film within a film
- bar
- pornography
- penis
- oral sex
- homosexuality
- child abuse
- blow job
- video store
- swimming pool
- slow motion scene
- scar
The Fluffer Cast
Scott Gurney leads the cast, with Michael Cunio. Directed by Wash Westmoreland and Richard Glatzer.
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Co-director Wash Westmoreland - Co-director Richard Glatzer
More from Wash Westmoreland and Richard Glatzer
More films directed by Wash Westmoreland and Richard Glatzer, best-rated first: Colette, Still Alice, Quinceañera and Heartstopper Forever.
The Fluffer Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Fluffer 53 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.6/10.
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IMDb 5.6 /10
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Metacritic 53 Metascore
User score 7.0
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TMDB 57% User score
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The Fluffer Plot Summary
What happens in The Fluffer from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Sean McGinnis, a passionate film student enthralled by classic cinema, finds himself engulfed in the captivating world of Los Angeles’ entertainment industry. As he spends his downtime watching rented films, often losing himself in the timeless stories of the past, his quest for Orson Welles’ iconic work, Citizen Kane, takes an unexpected turn. When a videotape is wrongly exchanged, Sean is transported into the realm of adult filmmaking. Here, he meets the charismatic star, Johnny Rebel (real name Mikey), who quickly captivates his interest. This unexpected encounter leads him to abandon his aspirations in mainstream cinema and join the ranks of Men of Janus, the production company behind Johnny’s risqué ventures.
Full summary
The whole story of The Fluffer, scene by scene
The Fluffer Box Office
The Fluffer grossed $599,523 worldwide. $563,373 came from the US and Canada and $36,150 (6%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$599.5K
- US & Canada
- $563.4K
- International
- $36.2K
The Fluffer Trailers & Videos
The trailer of The Fluffer.
How Well Do You Know The Fluffer?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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- Question 10: not answered
What is the main obsession of Sean McGinnis throughout the film?
The Fluffer Also Known As
6 alternative titles, including “El estimulador” and “ハードコア・デイズ ゲイビデオ・カメラマンの恋”.
- Also known as
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- El estimulador
- ハードコア・デイズ ゲイビデオ・カメラマンの恋
- The fluffer (El estimulador)
- Подсос
- Fluffer - Nos Bastidores do Desejo
- A片猛男日记
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Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Going Down in LA-LA Land, Starfuckers and Frisk.
The Fluffer FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Fluffer, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Fluffer?
The Fluffer runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).
When was The Fluffer released?
The Fluffer was released on November 16, 2001.
Who directed The Fluffer?
The Fluffer was directed by Wash Westmoreland and Richard Glatzer.
More films by Wash Westmoreland Who is in the cast of The Fluffer?
The Fluffer stars Scott Gurney and Michael Cunio.
How much did The Fluffer make at the box office?
The Fluffer grossed $599,523 worldwide ($563,373 domestic, $36,150 international).
How is The Fluffer rated?
The Fluffer has 5.6/10 on IMDb, 53 on Metacritic and 57% on TMDB.
Does The Fluffer have a post-credit scene?
No. The Fluffer has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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