How long is And the Band Played On?

And the Band Played On is 2 hr 20 min long.

Who is Dr. Don Francis in And the Band Played On?

Matthew Modine plays Dr. Don Francis in the film.

And the Band Played On

Name: And the Band Played On
Duration: 140
Rating: 88

In 1981, epidemiologist Don Francis (Matthew Modine) learns of an increased rate of death among gay men in urban areas. The startling information leads him to begin investigating the outbreak, which is ultimately identified as AIDS. His journey finds mostly opposition from politicians and doctors, but several join him in his cause. As it becomes apparent that people have personal reasons to turn the other cheek, Francis persists. Meanwhile, the number of deaths continues to grow.

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How long is And the Band Played On?: And the Band Played On is 2 hr 20 min long.

Who directed And the Band Played On?: Roger Spottiswoode

Who is Dr. Don Francis in And the Band Played On?: Matthew Modine plays Dr. Don Francis in the film.

What is And the Band Played On about?: In 1981, epidemiologist Don Francis (Matthew Modine) learns of an increased rate of death among gay men in urban areas. The startling information leads him to begin investigating the outbreak, which is ultimately identified as AIDS. His journey finds mostly opposition from politicians and doctors, but several join him in his cause. As it becomes apparent that people have personal reasons to turn the other cheek, Francis persists. Meanwhile, the number of deaths continues to grow.