Making the Boys
“Broadway Hollywood Success Betrayal Sex Death Redemption”
Synopsis
Before Prop 8, Milk or Will & Grace, before the AIDS epidemic, gay pride parades or the Stonewall uprising, "The Boys in the Band" changed everything. "Making the Boys" explores the drama, struggle and enduring legacy of the first-ever gay play and subsequent Hollywood movie to successfully reach a mainstream audience. Featuring anecdotes from the surviving cast and filmmakers, as well as perspectives by legendary figures from stage and screen, it traces the behind-the-scenes drama and lasting legacy of this cultural milestone.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 11, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$34K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Crayton Robey
- Original Score
- Peitor Angell
- Original Title
- Making the Boys
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Worldwide Gross
- $34K
- Production Studios
- 4th Row Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Crayton Robey
Peitor Angell
Department Leadership Roster
Crayton Robey
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Making the Boys
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Making the Boys about?
Before Prop 8, Milk or Will & Grace, before the AIDS epidemic, gay pride parades or the Stonewall uprising, "The Boys in the Band" changed everything. "Making the Boys" explores the drama, struggle and enduring legacy of the first-ever gay play and subsequent Hollywood movie to successfully reach a mainstream audience. Featuring anecdotes from the surviving cast and filmmakers, as well as perspectives by legendary figures from stage and screen, it traces the behind-the-scenes drama and lasting legacy of this cultural milestone.
Who directed Making the Boys?
Making the Boys was directed by Crayton Robey.
Who stars in Making the Boys?
The principal cast of Making the Boys includes William Friedkin, Mart Crowley, Larry Kramer, Edward Albee, Dominick Dunne.
When was Making the Boys released and how long is it?
Making the Boys was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
How much did Making the Boys make at the box office?
Making the Boys grossed $34K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Making the Boys?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Making the Boys was composed by Peitor Angell.