The Trip, May 12, 2002 | 18th Annual Boston Gay & Lesbian Film/Video Festival

18th Annual Boston Gay & Lesbian Film/Video Festival

With Stars Alexis Arquette and Larry Sullivan, and director Miles Swain in person.

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Director

Miles Swain

Year

2002

Run Time

95

min

Country

USA

Language

English

PROGRAM Time

minutes

CONTENT WARNING:

When 19-year-old gay-rights activist Tommy and 24-year-old Alan first meet in 1973, they find themselves on the opposite sides of the political coin…

This film is presented in English with English subtitles.

Set during the turbulent times of early gay activism and the rise of AIDS, this film tells the story of a relationship torn by divergent ideologies. In 1973, conservative, closeted writer Alan meets sexy gay activist Tommy and the two form a loving relationship.

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