Paul Monette: The Brink of Summer's End
Synopsis
Narrated by Linda Hunt, this documentary examines the life of the late author and gay rights activist Paul Monette. Born in 1945 to a well-off Massachusetts family, Monette grows up unable to accept his homosexuality, for years hiding it from his loved ones while struggling to develop as a writer. In 1978, Monette publishes his first novel, which allows him to come out to his parents. After losing one lover to AIDS in 1986, he becomes a ferocious advocate for awareness of the disease.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1997
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Monte Bramer
- Screenplay & Story
- Monte Bramer
- Original Title
- Paul Monette: The Brink of Summer's End
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Monte Bramer
Monte Bramer
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Monte Bramer
Director
Monte Bramer
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What is Paul Monette: The Brink of Summer's End about?
Narrated by Linda Hunt, this documentary examines the life of the late author and gay rights activist Paul Monette. Born in 1945 to a well-off Massachusetts family, Monette grows up unable to accept his homosexuality, for years hiding it from his loved ones while struggling to develop as a writer. In 1978, Monette publishes his first novel, which allows him to come out to his parents. After losing one lover to AIDS in 1986, he becomes a ferocious advocate for awareness of the disease.
Who directed Paul Monette: The Brink of Summer's End?
Paul Monette: The Brink of Summer's End was directed by Monte Bramer.
Who stars in Paul Monette: The Brink of Summer's End?
The principal cast of Paul Monette: The Brink of Summer's End includes Paul Monette, Linda Hunt, Judith Light, Tom Hulce, Robert Desiderio.
When was Paul Monette: The Brink of Summer's End released and how long is it?
Paul Monette: The Brink of Summer's End was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.