This DVD feature film stars Margaret Cho, Lee Grant, Gregory Harrison, Marlee Matlin, Olivia Newton-John, Bronson Pinchot, Eric Roberts & George Segal.
Nick Stark, a successful gay architect, has just been diagnosed with full-blown AIDS, and doesn't have long to live. When Nick's healthy lover, Brandon, hears the news, he dumps Nick instantly.
Undaunted, Nick decides to throw a 2-day party, inviting his closest friends and family -- including his father, who disapproves of Nick's sexual orientation. The result is an emotional gathering filled with laughter and tears, as the diverse guests celebrate Nick's life, and come to terms with his illness.
However, Nick knows that his party -- and his existence -- isn't complete without Brandon. But only time will tell if Brandon feels the same way...
When a gay man with AIDS learns he's contracted a brain disease which will quickly worsen his condition, he throws himself a two-day farewell party. Friends and family gather to offer their unique good-byes, the most touching of which comes from the man's former mate.
Released in the USA on March 29, 1996. The film grossed $512,937 domestically.
An Opala production.
Shown at the 1996 Sundance Film Festival.
Color by DeLuxe.
Additional credit: Randall Johnson (sound mixer).
Rated BBFC 15 by the British Board of Film Classification.
It's My Party Quotes/Excerpts:
"It's my party, and I'll die if I want to!" -- Nick Stark (ERIC ROBERTS)
"Is this `The Big Chill' or something?" -- Monty Tipton (BRONSON PINCHOT), when he sees all the family and friends who have gathered together.
"More like the deep freeze." -- Nick Stark (ERIC ROBERTS), in response.
It's My Party Reviews:
"...Roberts is electric..."
-- Peter Travers, Rolling Stone
"...Kleiser, in keeping so firm yet delicate a grip on his own level, has made something shattering to see....[The film] suggests a kind of grace..."
-- Peter Matthews, Sight and Sound
"...[A] powerful tale....Anchored by Roberts' strong, honest performance..." -- 3 1/2 out of 4 stars
-- Andy Seiler, USA Today
"...Well meaning....A large and highly watchable cast..."-- Lawrence O'Toole, Entertainment Weekly
"...An emotionally candid chronicle....Kleiser has managed to construct a tale that's emotionally uplifting and, in moments, inspiring....The lead characters are extremely engaging..."
-- Emanuel Levy, Variety
"...IT'S MY PARTY is a heartbreaker, a film of naked emotion....Roberts has found a role that contains his intensity and allows him reflective, giving moments of real power..."-- Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times
"...By the end of the film, in a quiet, understated way, director and writer Randal Kleiser has created a genuine family feeling..."
-- Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
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Average Rating: (4.8 out of 5 stars)
Awesome!!!!! Best movie ever Submitted by guerrerojudy74 (Laredo Texas) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Best Film Ive ever seen What a brilliant film, from the first opening scene to the last, the film is full with emotion, laughter and realism. A story about AIDS, the trauma it brings to loved ones and how it tears them apart, but ultimatly, brings them back together. I have never seen such a heartrenching film. Submitted by leigh.whipps (South East England) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
wonderful ! Eric Roberts is fantastic and affecting in this great story ! his best role ! you should see it ! Submitted by a reviewer (Ecully, Lyon, France) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
True to life story This movie is about the true happenings with the gay community. Unfortunatly, this had happened more times than we like to know. I personally would never put my friends in this type of situation. My belief in God is the only thing my life is for. Sometimes we forget that it's not about me it's about us and God. We can be positive role models and we deserve to be treated like anyone else. Submitted by a reviewer (Goleta, Califonia) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo This review is for a different format.
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It's My Party DVD Features
Region 1 Keep Case Special Edition Anamorphic Widescreen - 1.85 Letterbox - 1.85 Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 - English Stereo Surround - French Stereo Surround - Spanish Additional Release Material: Deleted Scenes (with Optional Audio Commentary) Featurettes (3) Trailers: Original Theatrical Trailer Audio Commentary: Randall Kleiser - Director Text/Photo Galleries: Stills/Photos
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