The Boys in the Band (The Celluloid Closet)
The Boys in the Band
USA 1970 | William Friedkin | vostFR | 119’ | 35mm | Cast : Kenneth Nelson, Leonard Frey, Cliff Gorman
> Most Promising Newcomer (Kenneth Nelson), Golden Globes 1971
Michael organise une fête d'anniversaire pour un ami lorsqu'il reçoit la visite inattendue d'Alan, un vieil ami. Le problème est qu'Alan est hétéro – et extrêmement strict – et que tous les autres participants à la fête sont gay.
« An invaluable record of the destructive force of societal rejection, even in a bastion of liberal acceptance like New York City. Despite its flaws, this consistently engaging film provides a vital window for young queer audiences into the difficult lives of their forebears. » (The Hollywood Reporter)
« This heavy-handed relic of a self-loathing time proves surprisingly relevant — not to mention funny, disturbing, and deeply moving. » (Entertainment Weekly)
