And The Band Played On
A gripping adaptation of journalist Randy Shilt's book about the early days of the Aids epidemic. Part detective-thriller, part tearjerker, this film drives home its message from the harrowing opening scenes to the final saddening montage. The all-star cast includes Matthew Modine, Alan Alda, Richard Gere and Steve Martin.
Year: 1993
Genre: Drama, Queer Cinema
Country: USA
Director: Roger Spottiswoode
Starring: Matthew Modine, Alan Alda, Richard Gere, Lily Tomlin, Steve Martin
Duration: 141 Minutes
Rating: PG - Contains coarse language.
7.8/10
Location in store: Drama
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