Bruce Davison,
Campbell Scott,
Stephen Caffrey,
Mark Lamos,
Patrick Cassidy
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At the time of Longtime Companion's release in 1990, the devastating disease of AIDS was seen as a mysterious and deadly scourge, replete with rumors, lies, and panic. As the first narrative film to e... read more
DVD Release Date: January 23, 2001
Stats: 143 reviews
touching and groundbreaking film, great ensemble acting. you feel these people could be friends. early showcase for mary louise parker and campbell scott.
Its surprising. It was made before Philadelphia, focuses on characters that are almost entirely gay men, it covers the entirety of the 1980s, offers a very honest portrait of the AIDS crisis, is a better movie, but Philadelphia is heralded as the definitive film about this subjec... read more
Excellent as a reflection of the attitude toward AIDS during the late 80's and early 90's. Goes light on the fear and fatalism that the scourge had on our community and emphasizes the support that was provided by partners and close friends.
An Instant Classic. The first major motion picture that dealt with the AIDS epidemic. Campbell Scott, Dermot Mulroney and of course Bruce Davidson whom was nominated for best supporting actor from this film. I fell in love with Mary Louise Parker when I saw this film. This film w... read more
So REAL & GROUNDBREAKING...the first of it's kind to show the gay community as real people, not stereotypes...
Sin duda alguna la mejor película sobre el SIDA (y fue estrenada justo cuando comenzaba la epidemia). Una maravilla que nos hace soñar con el día en que nuevamente nos encontremos con los que se han ido!
One of the ist "mainstream' films to deal with How AIDS affected a group of Gay men and their frnds/families,very touching,sad,at times funny,I highly recc this one.
An honest look at the gays community, during the beginning discovery of aids. It took on the role of showing the discovery of HIV/Aids in the gay community - late 80s - early 90s. This movie stands as an important tribute to our emerging gay culture and focused activism--and is a... read more
Bearing the burden of being the first film about AIDS, Longtime Companion (which premiered at Sundance Fest) had the task of placing the crisis on the national agenda, which meant a gentler, kinder to... Full Review
Exceptional ensemble, heart-wrenching
Formally unadventurous, a little PBS-y, but undeniably moving as it evolves.
A touching story, a bit preachy, but daring for its time.
Good, but not as good as Parting Glances
A sensitive film that helps us understand the bravery and gallantry of those who have been forced in the prime of life to confront death and grief. Full Review
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