Torch Song Trilogy (1988)

  • R
  • 12/14/1988 (US)
  • Comedy, Drama, Romance
  • 2h

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.

Paul Bogart

Director

Harvey Fierstein

Screenplay

Cast

Harvey Fierstein's headshot

Harvey Fierstein

Arnold Beckoff
Matthew Broderick's headshot

Matthew Broderick

Alan Simon
Anne Bancroft's headshot

Anne Bancroft

Ma Beckoff
Brian Kerwin's headshot

Brian Kerwin

Ed Reese
Eddie Castrodad's headshot

Eddie Castrodad

David
Lorry Goldman's headshot

Lorry Goldman

Phil Beckoff
Ken Page's headshot

Ken Page

Murray
Karen Young's headshot

Karen Young

Laurel

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