New York journalist visits her distant cousin for the first time to write an article about her hard life in the bayous of Louisiana. Journalist's wild drug addicted daughter just adds to tensions between two families' cultures.
How much did Shy People earn at the US box office?
$769,000
What is Shy People rated?
R
What genre is Shy People?
Drama
How many awards has Shy People won?
2 awards
How many awards has Shy People been nominated for?
4 nominations
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By what name was Shy People (1987) officially released in Canada in English?