Released:
1988-12-14

Overview:
Arnold Beckoff is looking for love and acceptance, but as a gay man working as a female impersonator in 1970s New York City, neither come easily. After a series of heartaches, Arnold believes he has found the love of his life in Alan, and the couple make plans to adopt. But when tragedy strikes, Arnold's life is shaken to its very core, leading to a confrontation with his overbearing mother, who has never approved of her son's lifestyle.

Director:
Paul Bogart

Runtime:
2h 0min

Genre:
Comedy, Drama, Romance

• Cast:
• 
  Harvey Fierstein
  as
  Arnold Beckoff
• 
  Matthew Broderick
  as
  Alan Simon
• 
  Anne Bancroft
  as
  Ma Beckoff
• 
  Brian Kerwin
  as
  Ed Reese
• 
  Eddie Castrodad
  as
  David