# And the Band Played On (1993)

> A courageous AIDS-era docudrama follows scientists and a divided gay community confronting a lethal epidemic amid government indifference and a bitter race for scientific credit.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/1897

## Facts

- Runtime: 140 min
- Genres: Drama, TV Movie
- Director: Roger Spottiswoode
- Cast: Matthew Modine, Alan Alda, Patrick Bauchau, Nathalie Baye, Christian Clemenson, David Clennon, Phil Collins, Bud Cort
- TMDB rating: 6.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0106273/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: slow
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: dense
- Violence: mild
- Mood: earnest, somber, urgent, historical reflection, social issue viewing

## Synopsis

A gripping portrayal of the early AIDS crisis and the fight for understanding and acceptance.

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