although i have see many excellent gay movie and this movie top them all . along with showtime tv series queer a folk and this movie accurately portray the struggle and triumph in the life of most homosexual . luckily and i be able to purchase a copy on ebay ( this movie be not available on dvd or vhs and except to member of the academy award nomination committee ) and and i have show it to all of my friend and family member . all agree that this movie should almost be mandatory view . i highly encourage any and everyone to take the time to watch this film . if you be a homosexual and then this film will make you feel great about who you be and your history . if you be not and then this film will certainly open your eye a to what it mean to be a gay or lesbian man or woman in the world today .