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The Boys in the Band
The Boys in the Band

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The Boys in the Band

R·1970·118m

Summary

A witty, perceptive and devastating look at the personal agendas and suppressed revelations swirling among a group of gay men in Manhattan. Harold is celebrating a birthday, and his friend Michael has drafted some other friends to help commemorate the event. As the evening progresses, the alcohol flows, the knives come out, and Michael's demand that the group participate in a devious telephone game, unleashing dormant and unspoken emotions.

Crew

Director

William Friedkin

Original Story, Writer

Mart Crowley

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Media

Status:

Released

Original Language:

English

Budget:

$5,500,000.00

Revenue:

$3,500,000.00

Keywords

new york city
birthday party
based on play or musical
male homosexuality
self-loathing
gay theme