Harvey Fierstein
Arnold Beckoff
1988•2h 0m•Released•EN
Torch Song Trilogy
“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.
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Movie Details
Release Date
December 14, 1988
Runtime
2h 0m
Rating
7.4 / 10
Votes
112
Budget
Not available
Revenue
$4,865,997
Status
Released
Popularity
2.7
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Matthew Broderick
Alan Simon
Anne Bancroft
Ma Beckoff
Brian Kerwin
Ed Reese
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Eddie Castrodad
David
Lorry Goldman
Phil Beckoff
Ken Page
Murray
Karen Young
Laurel
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Charles Pierce
Bertha Venation
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Axel Lott
Marina Del Rey
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Benji Schulman
Young Arnold
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Nick Montgomery
Chorus Boy
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