Torch Song Trilogy
1988 · Movie · 2h 0m · R
ComedyDramaRomance
"It takes a lot of guts and a helluva sense of humor to live life in Arnold's shoes."
Overview
Arnold Beckoff is looking for love and acceptance, but as a gay man working as a female impersonator in 1970s New York City, neither come easily. After a series of heartaches, Arnold believes he has found the love of his life in Alan, and the couple make plans to adopt. But when tragedy strikes, Arnold's life is shaken to its very core, leading to a confrontation with his overbearing mother, who has never approved of her son's lifestyle.
Ratings
TMDB
7.3/10
Key crew
- Paul BogartDirector
- Peter MatzOriginal Music Composer
- Allan K. RosenOriginal Music Composer
- Harvey FiersteinScreenplay
Cast
- Harvey FiersteinArnold Beckoff
- Matthew BroderickAlan Simon
- Anne BancroftMa Beckoff
- Brian KerwinEd Reese
- Eddie CastrodadDavid
- Lorry GoldmanPhil Beckoff
- Ken PageMurray
- Karen YoungLaurel
- Charles PierceBertha Venation
- Axel LottMarina Del Rey
- Benji SchulmanYoung Arnold
- Nick MontgomeryChorus Boy
Stills
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Themes
new york cityhomophobiadrag queenbased on play or musicalmale homosexualitylgbthate crimefemale impersonatorgay theme