Torch Song Trilogy (1988) Torch Song Trilogy

Torch Song Trilogy ★★½ 1988 (R) Adapted from Fierstein's hit Broadway play about a gay man who "just wants to be loved." Still effective, but the rewritten material loses something in the translation to the screen. Bancroft heads a strong cast with a finely shaded performance as Fierstein's mother. 126m/C VHS. Anne Bancroft, Matthew Broderick, Harvey Fierstein, Brian Kerwin, Karen Young, Charles Pierce; Director: Paul Bogart; Writer: Harvey Fierstein; Writer: Mikael Salomon; Cameo: Peter Matz.

At-a-glance
Year Released 1988
Rating R
Length (in minutes) 126
Display Color
Formats VHS
National Film Registry
Credits
Role Name
Actor Matthew Broderick
Actor Charles Pierce
Actor Anne Bancroft
Actor Karen Young
Actor Harvey Fierstein
Actor Brian Kerwin
Cameo Peter Matz
Cinematographer Mikael Salomon
Director Paul Bogart
Writer Harvey Fierstein