"The Boys in the Band" (1970) at The Rosendale Theatre

A groundbreaking 1970 film directed by William Friedkin, based on the acclaimed 1968 Off-Broadway play of the same name by Mart Crowley, "The Boys in the Band" is notable for its portrayal of gay characters during a time when homosexuality was still largely stigmatized and marginalized in American society. Featuring a talented ensemble cast, including Kenneth Nelson, Peter White, Leonard Frey, Cliff Gorman and Laurence Luckinbill, "The Boys in the Band" is a powerful and thought-provoking film that continues to resonate with audiences as a timeless examination of identity, friendship, and the search for self-acceptance.