
Feature film — 1988
Torch Song Trilogy (1988)
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.
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A high-signal pick with 113 votes.
New Line Cinema / Howard Gottfried/Ronald K. Fierstein Production
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Director: Paul Bogart
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Cast & crew

Harvey Fierstein
Arnold Beckoff

Matthew Broderick
Alan Simon

Anne Bancroft
Ma Beckoff

Brian Kerwin
Ed Reese
Eddie Castrodad
David

Lorry Goldman
Phil Beckoff

Ken Page
Murray

Karen Young
Laurel
Charles Pierce
Bertha Venation
Axel Lott
Marina Del Rey
Benji Schulman
Young Arnold
Nick Montgomery
Chorus Boy
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