The documentary drama "Milk"
was killed in 1978 by Harvey Milk of the Board of Supervisors (Board of Supervisors), which cared about disadvantaged groups fighting for homosexual rights. 30 years later, it was not until 2008 that he was killed. Movies based on the subject matter come out, but it is known that dealing with politically sensitive subjects can only be completed through numerous difficulties. Many of the people mentioned in the movie are still alive. To complete the work without causing protests in some way, a lot of work must have been done beforehand.
The film was made carefully and cautiously, basically it can be said to be a docu-drama (documentary feature film), and the creative director Gus van Sant will undoubtedly be more conservative this time, be honest, and follow the rules. Follow historical facts to describe a historical figure. Fortunately, Milk’s struggle and its ending are already dramatic in themselves, and their moving elements and power are quite sufficient. Therefore, screenwriters and directors don’t need to spend their brains on conceiving any tumultuous scenes to impress the audience. .
Milk's political career started from his own initiative, climbed up step by step, and became the first gay congressman to be elected successfully in the United States. His political experience is a myth of an independent candidate, enough to be an election case study. Therefore, the screenwriter and director did not emphasize his homosexuality when he explained his experience in canvassing votes. Milk's method and process for obtaining popular votes are roughly the same as other candidates. The difference is that the members of Milk’s election campaign are all comrades. They are equally fond of the media and politicians who can help, and they fight against their opponents. This film treats homosexuals as if it cares about disadvantaged communities, out of democracy, humane spirit, and human compassion.
Director Gus van Sant has a fair attitude towards homosexuals, neither beautifying nor ugly. As a result, this film can become a mainstream film and can win two Oscars for Best Actor and Original Screenplay in 2009. Watching this movie can help you learn about the social atmosphere, morals, and people’s livelihoods in the 1970s in the United States. You can also understand how homosexuals in the United States have gone from being suppressed, step by step, to the point where they enjoy various rights and interests today.
It is not difficult to obtain the image record of the United States thirty years ago. Therefore, there are many historical real videos in this film, which are inserted in the plot, giving this film a historical weight, not just about a homosexual. Only his life.
The screenplay written by Dustin Lance Black takes the way of Mirk’s own life. The protagonist speaks to the tape recorder and recalls a period of his own experience. This script structure is simple, straightforward, and the most acceptable to the audience. The script won an award, which means that its expression is successful.
To write a political life, a lot of trivial details are bound to be involved. The screenwriter has tried to concentrate as much as possible, and has not forgotten to add the protagonist’s sex life, taking into account his political activities and private activities, making this film less monotonous and more entertaining a little. The most impressive thing about this film is the actors. Except for Sean Penn, who played like a ghost and fully engaged in the role, all supporting roles are outstanding and credible. It seems that every real character was lifelike 30 years ago. The audience reappeared in front of their eyes. As you can imagine, each role has done a lot of data collection.
The film was made plain and concise. It is worthwhile to watch this film in order to understand the American social struggle and democratic elections. As for the process of being able to see the American gays fighting for political rights at the same time, it is an extra bonus.
Harvey Milk of the Board of Supervisors (Board of Supervisors), which fights for gay rights, was killed in 1978. 30 years later, it was not until 2008 that there was a movie featuring his life as the subject of it. You know how to deal with political sensitivity The subject matter has to go through many difficulties to complete. Many of the people mentioned in the movie are still alive. To complete the work without causing protests in some way, a lot of work must have been done beforehand.
The film was made carefully and cautiously, basically it can be said to be a docu-drama (documentary feature film), and the creative director Gus van Sant will undoubtedly be more conservative this time, be honest, and follow the rules. Follow historical facts to describe a historical figure. Fortunately, Milk’s struggle and its ending are already dramatic in themselves, and their moving elements and power are quite sufficient. Therefore, screenwriters and directors don’t need to spend their brains on conceiving any tumultuous scenes to impress the audience. .
Milk's political career started from his own initiative, climbed up step by step, and became the first gay congressman to be elected successfully in the United States. His political experience is a myth of an independent candidate, enough to be an election case study. Therefore, the screenwriter and director did not emphasize his homosexuality when he explained his experience in canvassing votes. Milk's method and process for obtaining popular votes are roughly the same as other candidates. The difference is that the members of Milk’s election campaign are all comrades. They are equally fond of the media and politicians who can help, and they fight against their opponents. This film treats homosexuals as if it cares about disadvantaged communities, out of democracy, humane spirit, and human compassion.
Director Gus van Sant has a fair attitude towards homosexuals, neither beautifying nor ugly. As a result, this film can become a mainstream film and can win two Oscars for Best Actor and Original Screenplay in 2009. Watching this movie can help you learn about the social atmosphere, morals, and people’s livelihoods in the 1970s in the United States. You can also understand how homosexuals in the United States have gone from being suppressed, step by step, to the point where they enjoy various rights and interests today.
It is not difficult to obtain the image record of the United States thirty years ago. Therefore, there are many historical real videos in this film, which are inserted in the plot, giving this film a historical weight, not just about a homosexual. Only his life.
The screenplay written by Dustin Lance Black takes the way of Mirk’s own life. The protagonist speaks to the tape recorder and recalls a period of his own experience. This script structure is simple, straightforward, and the most acceptable to the audience. The script won an award, which means that its expression is successful.
To write a political life, a lot of trivial details are bound to be involved. The screenwriter has tried to concentrate as much as possible, and has not forgotten to add the protagonist’s sex life, taking into account his political activities and private activities, making this film less monotonous and more entertaining a little. The most impressive thing about this film is the actors. Except for Sean Penn, who played like a ghost and fully engaged in the role, all supporting roles are outstanding and credible. It seems that every real character was lifelike 30 years ago. The audience reappeared in front of their eyes. As you can imagine, each role has done a lot of data collection.
The film was made plain and concise. It is worthwhile to watch this film in order to understand the American social struggle and democratic elections. As for the process of being able to see the American gays fighting for political rights at the same time, it is an extra bonus. (Finish)
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