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The Boys in the Band (1970)

A witty, perceptive and devastating look at the personal agendas and suppressed revelations swirling among a group of gay men in Manhattan. Harold is celebrating a birthday, and his friend Michael has drafted some other friends to help commemorate the event. As the evening progresses, the alcohol flows, the knives come out, and Michael's demand that the group participate in a devious telephone game, unleashing dormant and unspoken emotions.

Released March 16, 1970 118 min 17+

Genres: Drama

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Watch Providers: Kanopy

Production Companies: Cinema Center Films, leo films

Country: United States
Production Country: United States
Languages: English

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118 min
March 16, 1970
Released
$5,500,000
$3,500,000
R / 17+