A Friend of Dorothy
Synopsis
Winston arrives at NYU as a freshman, knowing he's gay and wondering where that fact will lead him. He falls hard for Tom, his temporary roommate who's soon to leave for L.A., and it's a big risk to express these feelings. Meanwhile, temptations and opportunities abound in the Village: sex in public toilets, uninhibited people at parties, and knowing Act-uppers. Plus, there are misinterpreted signals, like the ones Winston gets from a Moonie. With help from his hometown friend Anne, Winston keeps his equilibrium and finds the perfect place to meet someone: the Judy Garland rack at Tower Records.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 2, 1994
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Raoul O'Connell
- Screenplay & Story
- Raoul O'Connell
- Original Title
- A Friend of Dorothy
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 33m
- Production Studios
- Medio Pollito Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Raoul O'Connell
Raoul O'Connell
W. Mott Hupfel III
Chris Houghton
Raoul O'Connell
Department Leadership Roster
W. Mott Hupfel III
Director of Photography
Raoul O'Connell
Director
Raoul O'Connell
Writer
Raoul O'Connell
Producer
Chris Houghton
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Friend of Dorothy
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What is A Friend of Dorothy about?
Winston arrives at NYU as a freshman, knowing he's gay and wondering where that fact will lead him. He falls hard for Tom, his temporary roommate who's soon to leave for L.A., and it's a big risk to express these feelings. Meanwhile, temptations and opportunities abound in the Village: sex in public toilets, uninhibited people at parties, and knowing Act-uppers. Plus, there are misinterpreted signals, like the ones Winston gets from a Moonie. With help from his hometown friend Anne, Winston keeps his equilibrium and finds the perfect place to meet someone: the Judy Garland rack at Tower Records.
Who directed A Friend of Dorothy?
A Friend of Dorothy was directed by Raoul O'Connell.
Who stars in A Friend of Dorothy?
The principal cast of A Friend of Dorothy includes Raoul O'Connell, Ann Russo, Greg Lauren, Steven Brindberg, Thomas Lennon.
When was A Friend of Dorothy released and how long is it?
A Friend of Dorothy was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 33m.