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Stoney Knows How

November 11, 1981 0h 29m 5.0/10 (1 votes)

Originally released in 1981. Stoney Knows How is a documentary film. directed by Pacho Lane. At just 29 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Leonard 'Stoney' St. Clair and Don Ed Hardy

Synopsis

A visit with a master of the Oldest Art In The World: tattooing. Disabled by arthritis since the age of four, confined to a wheelchair, his growth stunted, Stoney St. Clair joined the circus at 15 as a sword swallower. A year later he took up tattooing, and traveled with circuses and carnivals for fifty years practicing his craft. As we watch him at work, we see the determination which led Stoney to use his crippled hands in an art where mistakes are permanent, and we realize Stoney has overcome his handicap to heal himself and others with the magic of symbols. The film ends with a visit by New Age tattoo master Don Ed Hardy, who receives a permanent souvenir by Old School tattoo master Stoney.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 11, 1981 44 years ago
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Runtime 0h 29m 29 minutes total
User Rating 5.0/10 Mixed (1 votes)
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Language English Original language

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stoney Knows How about?

A visit with a master of the Oldest Art In The World: tattooing. Disabled by arthritis since the age of four, confined to a wheelchair, his growth stunted, Stoney St. Clair joined the circus at 15 ...

Who directed Stoney Knows How?

Stoney Knows How was directed by Pacho Lane.

How long is Stoney Knows How?

Stoney Knows How has a runtime of 0 hours and 29 minutes (29 minutes total).

When was Stoney Knows How released?

Stoney Knows How was released on November 11, 1981 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Stoney Knows How?

The main cast of Stoney Knows How includes Leonard 'Stoney' St. Clair, Don Ed Hardy.