And the Band Played On (1993)

And the Band Played On (1993)

Director: Roger Spottiswoode

Synopsis

In 1981, epidemiologist Don Francis (Matthew Modine) learns of an increased rate of death among gay men in urban areas. The startling information leads him to begin investigating the outbreak, which is ultimately identified as AIDS. His journey finds mostly opposition from politicians and doctors, but several join him in his cause. As it becomes apparent that people have personal reasons to turn the other cheek, Francis persists. Meanwhile, the number of deaths continues to grow.

Male Deaths

• Richard Gere [The Choreographer]
• Donal Logue [Robert Boyle Campbell Jr.]
• Ian McKellen [William James Kraus]
• Lawrence Monoson [Chip]
• Jeffrey Nordling [Gaëtan Dugas]
• Stephen Spinella [Brandy Alexander]

Female Deaths

• Swoosie Kurtz [Mrs. Johnstone]
• Lily Tomlin [Dr. Selma Dritz]