Making the Boys
- Revered by some for breaking new ground and reviled by others for reinforcing stereotypes, The Boys in the Band was the first gay-themed film to reach a mainstream audience. This documentary paints a vivid picture of how it got there. Through interviews with Tony Kushner, Edward Albee and more -- plus wonderful period footage of Hollywood's gay past (think Roddy MacDowell and Sal Mineo) -- the film reveals The Boys in the Band's enduring legacy.
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Crayton Robey's documentary is a time capsule of the burgeoning gay rights era. It has poignant moments that sneak up on you. And sometimes, well, it's just trashy fun. full review
David Lewis, San Francisco ChronicleAlmost simultaneously a groundbreaking landmark and a period piece. full review
Charles McNulty, Los Angeles TimesSometimes, it errs on the side of inclusiveness, with banal commentary from gay reality-TV shows. Taking the broad view mostly works, however. full review
Mark Jenkins, Washington PostClayton Robey's documentary starts off wobbly before becoming a bracing cocktail of cultural, creative and personal histories. full review
Lisa Kennedy, Denver PostMaking the Boys is fascinating recent history and a fascinating personal story as well. full review
Neil Genzlinger, New York TimesThe hopelessly dated 1968 play "The Boys in the Band" yields a surprisingly sprightly and multifaceted documentary, "Making the Boys." full review
Kyle Smith, New York PostCrayton Robey's documentary on this queer cultural touchstone admirably presents both sides of the divide. full review
Melissa Anderson, Village VoiceAn impassioned evaluation of the cultural footprint of a landmark play considered both revolutionary and retrograde. full review
David Rooney, Hollywood Reporter
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- Release Year: 2009
- MPAA Rating: NR
- Runtime: 90 min
- Available From: Dec 22, 2011
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