Common Ground (2000)

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Harvey Fierstein, Terrence McNally, and Paula Vogel each wrote episodes for this three-part made-for-cable drama which examines changing attitudes and issues facing the gay and lesbian community in the small town of Homer, Connecticut. Opening in the 1950s and leading up to the present day, Common… More Harvey Fierstein, Terrence McNally, and Paula Vogel each wrote episodes for this three-part made-for-cable drama which examines changing attitudes and issues facing the gay and lesbian community in the small town of Homer, Connecticut. Opening in the 1950s and leading up to the present day, Common Ground features Eric Stolz, Mimi Rogers, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Margot Kidder, Edward Asner, Beau Bridges, Jason Priestley, and Steven Weber, as well as co-writer Fierstein. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: R, 1 hr. 45 min.
Directed By: Hollie Fifer, Adolfo Aristarain
Written By: Terrence McNally
Genres: Drama, Television, Art House & International

In Theaters: Jan 29, 2000 Wide
On DVD: Apr 20, 2004

Critic Reviews

Wesley Lovell, Apollo Guide
The film has a strong political statement with an impassioned look at the ups and downs of the gay rights movement throughout recent U.S. history.

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