From the Heart: Passionate Gay Classics

Parting Glances (1986)

New York couple Robert (John Bolger) and Michael (Richard Ganoung) are facing imminent separation with Robert’s two-year assignment in Africa, while coming to grips with their disintegrating relationship and dealing with Michael’s ex (Steve Buscemi) suffering with AIDS. Acclaimed independent drama that features an honest and moving portrayal of gay life during the Reagan era co-stars Kathy Kinney, Patrick Tull; written and directed by Bill Sherwood. 90 min. C/Rtg: NR

To Die For (1994)

When Mark (Ian Williams), his quick-witted drag performer lover, dies of AIDS, TV repairman Simon (Thomas Arklie) enters the world of London's gay swingers. But Simon soon finds his one-night stands disrupted by the ghostly appearance of Mark, who decides not to enter Heaven until Simon comes to terms with his grief and his love. Tony Slattery, Dillie Keane, and John Altman, Caroline Munro co-star in this darkly humorous tale from England. 96 min. C/Rtg: NR

Bedrooms And Hallways (1999)

Pansexual romantic romp from director Rose Troche ("Go Fish") stars Kevin McKidd as Leo, a thirtysomething man looking for meaning in his life who joins a "New Age" men's group. Leo is drawn to fellow member Brendan (James Purefoy), and the two begin a hesitant affair, one that's complicated by Brendan's ongoing relationship with co-worker Sally (Jennifer Ehle), who was Leo's high school sweetheart! Simon Callow, Hugo Weaving also star. 105 min. C/Rtg: NR

Standard/Widescreen; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo; theatrical trailers.