Needle Exchange
NEW DOCS
Spencer and Glenn are lovable lads and best mates. They’re also recovering addicts who have traded heroin for copious amounts of tattoo ink. With a faithful terrier, Jack, by their side (and under their skin!), these illustrated men affectionately needle one another—both literally and figuratively—like an old married couple. Though Spencer and Glenn insist that what they share “is not a relationship,” this charming portrait makes it clear that inking is the way they share a delicate intimacy. They have swapped one addiction for two others: their art and each other. TW
Director
Colm Quinn
Producer
Andrew Freedman
Editor
Maeve O'Boyle
Cinematographer
Aidan Maguire
Release Year
2010
Festival Year
2012
Country
Ireland
Run Time
10 minutes