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Strength. Friendship. Courage. Sometimes that’s all you have. - And the Band Played On
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Title: And the Band Played On

Release Date: 11 Sep 1993

Runtime: 2h 20m

Genre: Drama, TV Movie

Director: HBO Films

Production Companies: HBO Films

Overview: The story of the discovery of the AIDS epidemic and the political infighting of the scientific community hampering the early fight with it.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 6.5 (100 votes)

Cast

  • Dr. Don Francis: Matthew Modine
  • Dr. Robert Gallo: Alan Alda
  • Dr. Luc Montagnier: Patrick Bauchau
  • Dr. Françoise Barre: Nathalie Baye
  • Dr. Dale Lawrence: Christian Clemenson
  • Mr. Johnstone: David Clennon
  • Eddi Papasano: Phil Collins
  • Antique Shop Owner: Bud Cort
  • Dr. Mika Popovic: Alex Courtney
  • Dr. Mervyn Silverman: David Dukes
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