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Torch Song Trilogy

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Synopsis

Certainly one of the most emotional and adored gay films to have ever emerged from Hollywood, this is Harvey Fierstein's moment of cinematic glory. The story veers from laughter to tears in seconds flat and is one of our top films of all time.

3 Reasons To buy this film

Harvey Fierstein's masterpiece is perfection.
Anne Bancroft is the best on-screen Jewish mother ever.
I cry every time I see the film when Matthew Broderick goes down to get pizza and at the ending. Torch Song Trilogy comes from the heart

Review

Harvey Fierstein's breakthrough Tony Award-winning play becomes this big-screen essay about the life and loves of Brooklyn's most lovable drag queen. Fierstein is both touching and hilarious as Arnold Beckoff, whose life is presented in three non-episodic acts. The story examines his relationship with his bisexual boyfriend (Brian Kerwin), gay lover (Matthew Broderick) and mother (Anne Bancroft).

Raymond Murray

The DVD commentary from writer/star Harvey Fierstein pushes this DVD from "must-have" status to legendary! Harvey is his usual fey, charming self as he tells his fans about his career, the tragectory of the play, his loves and his politics -- oh and he also discusses the film and its stars! He rails against closeted actors, George W. Bush, and homophobic people. His champions all of his actors referring to most of them as family. Harvey's brain moves so fast, he'll take you from tears to laughter in a moment.

Contrary to the user reviews; the new digital transfer is not only widescreen, it's glorious!

Product Format Information

DVD : $17.99

Availability: In stock and ready to ship
Close Caption: Yes
Region Code: 1
UPC: 794043494727
Catalog #: DV1194732

Studio : New Line

Languages: English Dolby Digital 5.1 (Primary) , English Dolby Digital 2.0
Aspect Ratio: Anamorphic 1.85
Features:
Audio commentary: With writer/star Harvey Fierstein

Customer Reviews

Worth the wait

Ozfilmreviewer (deanus4u@iinet.net.au) wrote on 06/08/2004:

I recall seeing this film quite a few years ago at the cinema and thoroughly enjoyed it. Later when it was released on VHS I hired it but was disappointed by the 4:3 aspect ratio of video and the poor sound quality that went with it. Now that is available on DVD in WS it was well worth the wait. The DTS soundtrack brings back the "life" to the music that was lost by the VHS tape format. Video quality on the DVD release is quite acceptable and the layer transition is not noticeable on my Pioneer player.
Two thumbs up. My only question to New Line Cinema - why did it take so long to get to DVD?

A True Classic in Every Sense

Mariusbg (Mariusbg@comcast.net) wrote on 05/19/2004:

It had been years since I had seen this movie, glad it finally found its way to DVD. Although it does show its age compared to today's gay themed movies, its plot keeps you interested. Everyone here turns in excellent performances including the then unknown Broderick. Its interesting to see the contrast between how things are now and the way they were when this movie was shot.

4 stars for the film 0 stars for the format

RoBearWI wrote on 02/18/2004:

Why is this not being released in wide-screen format. This movie should be seen in all its glory, and we've had to wait so long for it. I wanted to see it in its complete theatrical version, not some pan and scan piece of trash that the studio thinks we should see. Comon' Harvey, use some clout and demand that this be released in its widescreen version.

Torch Song Best

big r (carnivale01@yahoo.com) wrote on 02/07/2004:

torch Song Trilogy is one of the first and best movies to deal with the "gay condition" in every day life. Not to mention, one of the first with a "NAME all-star" cast! Mr. Fierstein and Mr. Broderick give ist rate performances. This movie runs the emotional gamut from laughter to tears and back again. No home Gay Themed Library should be without it!

Marvelous!

ESCE (dreamer76@hotmail.com) wrote on 06/30/2003:

Although the movie is a little bit old for this rush centuru I think they capture an atmosphere about what a gay is... or what a gay fight to... Is a great history... I say a pray and begging to get in DVD!!!!

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