| Following early line-ups with different guitarists and drummers, Liam "Skin" Tyson (guitar) and Keith O'Neill (drums) joined Cast in 1993. The teleplay by Arnold Schulman is based on the best-selling 1987 non-fiction book And the Band Played On: Politics, People, and the AIDS Epidemic by Randy Shilts. Matthew Modine Cast. TMDb "And the Band Played On" is a 1993 film that chronicles the early days of AIDS. That probably speaks more to the terrifying experience of being alive and queer during the AIDS crisis than it does the merits of this movie, but it does manage to encapsulate and display a small portion of that experience which made this somewhat worthwhile for me. The story of the discovery of the AIDS epidemic and the political infighting of the scientific community hampering the early fight with it. There's so much to be crammed in only 135 minutes that it seems inevitable for the seams and cracks to start showing - you can't put Anjelica Huston into your story for only 3 lines of dialogue; the title cards require both a pair of glasses and an undergrad degree in English Literature with a minor in Wikipedia; the CDC headquarters are obviously the backlot of a Burbank studio; and…, thank you sir ian for yet another masterclass. Was it OK to let your kids play with kids who were affected? When survivors told the story, the scene was coupled with the popular song of the 1890s, "The Band Played On." ... Dr. Willy Rozenbaum. Alan Alda portrayed controversial viral researcher Robert Gallo, and many other stars appeared in supporting and cameo roles, who agreed to appear in the film for union-scalepay. What's more, it opened my eyes to facts I was not…. Cast (in credits order) complete, awaiting verification. ... Dr. Marc Conant. If a humane approach had been taken 40 years ago, we might have come to this…. Undetectable equals untransmittable. Unlike The Normal Heart, not literally every person on…, The type of widest-public-audience telefilm wherein someone picks up a bottle of Rush in a Queen-soundtracked bathhouse and says "what's this?". a boring film told from the wrong perspective. The band consisted of four Canadians and one American: Rick Danko (bass guitar, vocals, fiddle), Garth Hudson (keyboards, accordion, saxophone), Richard Manuel (keyboards, drums, vocals), Robbie Robertson (guitar, vocals), and Levon Helm (drums, vocals, mandolin, guitar). When he takes over the conductorship of the local brass band after the previous conductor ... See full summary ». They're the supporting characters. Report this film. Pride: A Chronological History of Queer Interest & LGBTQ+ Cinema, Out Of The Closets And Into The Cinemas! ‎Watch trailers, read customer and critic reviews, and buy And the Band Played On directed by Roger Spottiswoode for $14.99. Could you touch HIV-positive people? But his brain was so loaded It nearly exploded, The poor girl would shake with alarm He'd ne'er leave the girl With the strawberry curl, And the band played on. 1993 | After a series of blood tests, Kraus is horrified that his worst fears have been confirmed when he learns that he has been diagnosed with AIDS. there are definite issues but the collective effort makes this relevant and compelling. Cast Matthew Modine Alan Alda Patrick Bauchau Anjelica Huston Richard Gere Steve Martin Phil Collins Nathalie Baye Christian Clemenson David Clennon Bud Cort Alex Courtney David Dukes David Marshall Grant Ronald Guttman Glenne Headly Ken Jenkins Tchéky Karyo Richard Jenkins Swoosie Kurtz Donal Logue Richard Masur Dakin Matthews Ian McKellen BD Wong Lily Tomlin … Cast; Crew; Details; Genres; Cast. Ward (1865–1917). Directed by Erma Elzy. Film data from TMDb. With Mo'Nique, Countess Vaughn, Dorien Wilson, Jenna von Oÿ. I’m sure far more effective and interesting movies exist that document this period of the AIDS epidemic, probably ones that focus more heavily on the experiences of the groups most affected by the virus…. Filming & Production This simple fact is life saving, affirming, stigma-breaking, and undeniable. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. IMDb It means that the answer to the epidemic is not quarantine, not the destruction of LGBTQ spaces, not racist sexist patriarchal violence, not demonization, not God, but treatment. Company Credits Luego creo que se pasa un poco de intensita y aún así no la puedo tomar en serio. If you're making a movie about the AIDS crisis, doctors shouldn't be the protagonists. Trevor Howard. And the Band Played On ; Where to watch. Mostly fine in its depiction of how greed and homophobia fuelled the slow government response to the AIDS epidemic in the early 80s, though lacking in ever really showing the gay community's own response to the crisis, other than to paint it as being not much more than a group of sex-crazed queens who can't stop thinking with their dicks. The following lists are combined here. The film … This are indisputable points. Based on politics, people & the AIDS epidemic Takes you through the behind the scenes of what the government fails to do. Riveting, and infuriating movie based on Randy Shilts’ book about the AIDS crisis, and the callous response by both the medical community and the federal government. Dr. Dennis Donohue. Interesting movie with so many brilliant actors. And the Band Played On is a 1993 American television film docudrama directed by Roger Spottiswoode. No me dice nada, la verdad, ni el guión, ni la fotografía, ni las actuaciones. © Letterboxd Limited. Randy Shilts Screenplay. The title remains brilliantly chosen (by Shilts) as a reference to the sinking of the Titanic. And the Band Played On [3.5/4]- Roger Spottiswoode released this only a year after Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot. Robin Nedwell. The story of the discovery of the AIDS epidemic and the political infighting of the scientific community hampering the early fight with it. From queer masterpieces to camp classics, documentaries to romantic comedies,…. Titanic's band playing on deck as the ship was sink­ ing. Nos la pusieron de deberes en clase, si se puede decir así, pero me parece bastante mala. This…. An okay tv movie that featured the worst French Canadian accent I've ever heard. Also note the music which still evokes the sadness of the film when I listen to it. ... Saltie. Mobile site. The expression, "and the band played on" has become a widely used allusion or metaphor in which individuals continue to do what they were doing previously, in spite of an adverse They're updated to December 2020 or January 2021. It’s an LGBTQ+ world and these are my other LGBTQ+ lists on Letterboxd: ➡️Minor Interest Films: In the Closet: A…, Jayce Fryman 18,679 films 3,494 115 Edit, This list collects every film from the Starting List that became They Shoot Pictures Don't They's 1000 Greatest Films. Trailer JustWatch. Patrick Bauchau Cast. This was the first time I had heard of AIDS. Nathalie Baye Cast. This list is inspired by The Cinereelists' Kyle's list. All movies I've seen in chronological order of when they take…, (UPDATED: MARCH 21, 2021) A list of all films streaming on HBO Max. | Like the movie "Philadelphia" (1993), portrays the prejudice suffered by homosexuals by society seeing as guilty of this new disease. 1993 Directed by Roger Spottiswoode. Matthew Modine Alan Alda Patrick Bauchau Anjelica Huston Richard Gere Steve Martin Phil Collins Nathalie Baye Christian Clemenson David Clennon Bud Cort Alex Courtney David Dukes David Marshall Grant Ronald Guttman Glenne Headly Ken Jenkins Tchéky Karyo Richard Jenkins Swoosie Kurtz Donal Logue Richard Masur Dakin Matthews Ian McKellen BD Wong Lily Tomlin Stephen Spinella Laura Innes Sierra Pecheur, Marcia Basichis Sarah Pillsbury Aaron Spelling, 140 mins   Cast Matthew Modine Dr. Don Francis Alan Alda Dr. Robert Gallo Patrick Bauchau Dr. Luc Montagnier Nathalie Baye Dr. Francoise Barre Christian Clemenson Dr. Dale Lawrence David Clennon Mr. Johnstone Phil Collins Eddie Papasano Bud Cort Antique Shop Owner Alex Courtney Dr. Mika Popovic David Dukes Dr. Mervyn Silverman Richard Gere Choreographer Anything with more than 1,000 views on Letterboxd that’s longer…. So this is what Papa does in his downtime, I’m sick of sorting through concerts, series, and other non-movies. Para professores e…, Sally Jane Black 391 films 733 58 Edit, Films with any lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, pansexual, agender, aromantic, questioning, bigender, third gender, queer, non-binary, or…, "The term “New Queer Cinema” was coined by film critic B. Ruby Rich in…. Cast are an English indie rock band formed in Liverpool in 1992 by John Power (vocals, guitar) and Peter Wilkinson (backing vocals, bass) after Power left The La's and Wilkinson's former band Shack had split. With tens of millions of people in the world with HIV/AIDS and millions now dead because of the disease (whether dead from complications because of it or dead from the stigma), this simple fact is a profound source of hope. And the Band Played On. I'm genuinely torn about this one. between this, angels in america, looking and the normal heart, i am officially a proud member of the LGHBOTQIA+ community. And the Band Played On (1993) captures this period perfectly. And the Band Played On was used as the basis for a 1993 Primetime Emmy Award-winning HBO television film of the same name. He is a singer, songwriter, rapper, … The gayest part of this was Lily Tomlin explaining what poppers are to a scientist in a bathhouse that is only playing Queen. Donnie Wahlberg is a multitalented artist. "When the doctors start acting like businessmen, who do the people turn to for doctors?". Directed by Roger Spottiswoode. Something told me to re-watch “And the Band Played On,’’ an award-winning, all-star cast HBO film I hadn’t seen since it debuted in 1993. Technical Specs, See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro, first assistant director (as Albert Shapiro), second assistant camera (as Debra Anne Dotts), additional second assistant camera (uncredited), assistant to costume designer (as Rozanna Leo), editor: syndication / editor: trailer / editor: video montage, location assistant (as Steven E. Housewright), assistant location manager (as David Wolfson), conductor (uncredited) / orchestrator (uncredited), transportation coordinator: San Francisco (as Jackie Travers), medical advisor / medical coordinator / technical advisor, key set production assistant (as Susan Hellmann), assistant production coordinator: San Francisco, production assistant (as Ronald Vecchiarelli), acknowledgment: "The Quilt" photos courtesy of, acknowledgment: "Epitaphs For the Living" photos courtesy of. More details at Richard Jenkins. You could make whatever case you want about how in '93 maybe the only way to make this was with a bunch of white doctors serving as the central characters, but still, in hindsight, it…, In almost every way this doesn’t really rise above extremely standard medical drama fare, but the sum of every small vignette we’re given of these people being confronted with their mortality and their identity is a poignant and persistent heartache. : Meeting Queer Folks In Dark Rooms, letterboxd.com/dselwyns/list/120-lesbian-films-to-watch-before-saying/, letterboxd.com/wikangel/list/lgtbq-films/, LGBTQI Gay - Lesbian Themed (Related) Movies, Filmes de História Geral em ordem cronológica / General History Films in chronological order / Películas de Historia General en orden cronológico. In the cast of Band of Brothers, Donnie Wahlberg played Carwood Lipton His character is of a Second Lieutenant.He is seen showing his importance in maintaining the company’s morale. Es interesante por como ilustra el inicio del sida en Estados Unidos, pero poco más. Yes, there is just criticism of Randy Shilts' stigmatization of 'patient zero' in his book on which the film is based, but that doesn't take away from the fact that this is a harrowing and heartbreaking story about the early days of the aids-pandemic. Using (presumably straight) doctors as the main characters in this film adds an unnecessary extra layer because of the presumption that the audience is not going to be able to sympathize with gay men unless you give them other characters as a sort of in-between, This thing also has a pretty massive race problem. People to young to remember the 80s will never understand the terror AIDS caused. It was produced by Aaron Spelling, directed by Roger Spottiswoode, and starred Matthew Modine as epidemiologist Don Francis and Richard Masur as William Darrow at the Centers for Disease Control. And the Band Played On. 1. letterboxd.com/dselwyns/list/120-lesbian-films-to-watch-before-saying/ 2. letterboxd.com/synchronicjty/list/gay/ 3. letterboxd.com/wikangel/list/lgtbq-films/…, From the list on MUBI: "For now, this list will serve as a cinematic guide through queer cinema, from Kenneth…, Emre Bilgili 1,835 films 1,650 31 Edit, This list is films with LGBTQI (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex) content that I watched or will watch, Lista de filmes, em ordem cronológica, sobre fatos da História Geral, da Pré-História aos dias de hoje. Nikki's old friend picks a prettier girl to be the lead singer of the band instead of Kim For the most part it's actually a dramatically superior film to The Normal Heart, but it's got the perspective just completely wrong. Our protagonist, Don Francis, is a doctor specialized in infectious diseases whom after working with the Ebola outbreak of 1976 becomes involved in the research team of the Center for Disease Control (CDC). Detailing the discovery of the AIDS epidemic, ‘And the Band Played On’ is a fantastic investigation of the socio-political and socio-economic factors that ruled the development of a vaccine. Cast of characters The vanquished hero: John Elway The coach who lost his job: Paul Wiggin The trombone player and unwitting foil: Gary Tyrrell The misunderstood villain: Kevin Moen The beleaguered chorus: the Stanford Band The television movie from 1993, “And the Band Played On” deals with the politics within the scientific community in the context of the AIDS pandemic during the 80s. Detailing the discovery of the AIDS epidemic, ‘And the Band Played On’ is a fantastic investigation of the socio-political and socio-economic factors that ruled the development of a vaccine. And the Band Played On (1980) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. I remember picking up a copy of Reader's Digest in the early 80s and reading about the mysterious gay disease in America. Truly heartbreaking and greatly entertaining, this film boasts a superstar cast in a brilliant film. Alan Alda Cast. Tchéky Karyo. Review by Thorkell August Ottarsson ★★★★★. So ferociously factual and decidedly unsentimental that it sometimes gets in the way of its emotional connection with the viewer - but at the same time, precisely that academic dedication is what I can't help but admire in the light of all the chaotic polarization around our current pandemic situation. Release Dates Sort by: Roger Spottiswoode Director. • Matthew Modine as Dr. Don Francis, an epidemiologist, HIV/AIDS researcher, and one of the first scientists to suggest that AIDS was caused by an infectious agent My only wish is that this was not made for tv, because it now looks extremely dated and lacking in funding. | He'd glide 'cross the floor With the girl he adored, And the band played on. The script could’ve been better if they included more insight on how the gay population was affected by each step towards the AIDS discovery. La hubiera dado mas puntuacion si no es que la version que vi tenía un doblaje malísimo. kinda cheesy and the acting was SO EXAGGERATED. The equilibrium of a small English village is upset by the arrival of a pop star and his wife. Sex was suddenly something very dangerous and who knew what else could cause this. Truly heartbreaking and greatly entertaining, this film boasts a superstar cast in a brilliant film. The montage at the end was amazing though. Me encargaron ver esta película para mi clase de Evolución y la verdad es que quedé tan clavado en la trama que se me olvidó que era tareaEstá muy interesante y me da cura cuanto hemos cambiado como sociedad (pero no realmente)Phil Collins como el señor de los saunas ufff chuladaMe da risa que apenas hoy descubrí que eran los poppers gracias a un clip del dharius que vi en fb XD. The (mostly gay male) early victims of HIV/AIDS are the protagonists. Casey would waltz With the strawberry blond, And the band played on. The Band Played On", also known (by its refrain) as "Casey Would Waltz with a Strawberry Blonde", was a popular song written in 1895 with lyrics by John F. Palmer and music by Charles B. show this movie in schools. It means that with basic, humane support, an HIV diagnosis is no longer a death sentence nor a promise of pariah-hood and isolation. But this film does not remain only on observation of prejudice. 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