Buddies
“...The first dramatic movie about AIDS”
Synopsis
David, a naive graduate student, has volunteered to work as a 'buddy' for people dying of AIDS. Assigned to the intensely political Robert, a lifelong activist whose friends and family have abandoned him following his diagnosis, the two men, each with notably different world views, soon discover common bonds, as David's inner activist awakens and Robert's need for emotional release is fulfilled.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2020-01-02
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Chicago Gay and Lesbian Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
September 12, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 9, 2019
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Arthur J. Bressan, Jr.
- Screenplay & Story
- Arthur J. Bressan, Jr., Douglas Dickinson
- Original Score
- Jeffrey Olmstead
- Original Title
- Buddies
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Production Studios
- Film and Video Workshop
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Arthur J. Bressan, Jr.
Arthur J. Bressan, Jr., Douglas Dickinson
Jeffrey Olmstead
Carl Teitelbaum
Arthur J. Bressan, Jr.
Arthur J. Bressan, Jr., Frederick Schminke
Department Leadership Roster
Arthur J. Bressan, Jr.
Producer
Arthur J. Bressan, Jr.
Writer
Arthur J. Bressan, Jr.
Editor
Arthur J. Bressan, Jr.
Director
Carl Teitelbaum
Director of Photography
Jeffrey Olmstead
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Buddies
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What is Buddies about?
David, a naive graduate student, has volunteered to work as a 'buddy' for people dying of AIDS. Assigned to the intensely political Robert, a lifelong activist whose friends and family have abandoned him following his diagnosis, the two men, each with notably different world views, soon discover common bonds, as David's inner activist awakens and Robert's need for emotional release is fulfilled.
Who directed Buddies?
Buddies was directed by Arthur J. Bressan, Jr..
Who stars in Buddies?
The principal cast of Buddies includes Geoff Edholm, David Schachter, Libby Saines, David Rose, Billy Lux.
When was Buddies released and how long is it?
Buddies was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.
Who composed the musical score for Buddies?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Buddies was composed by Jeffrey Olmstead.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Buddies?
Buddies holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).