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Boys on the Side (1995) 6.0
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6.0/10 from 7,481 users
Metascore: 61/100
Reviews: 38 user | 27 critic | 18 from Metacritic.com Jane is a night club singer, out of work. Robin is a quirky real estate agent looking for a ride-share to accompany her to California. Her advertisement is answered by Jane, who at first ... See full summary » Director:Herbert RossWriter:Don Roos |
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Cast
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Jane
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| Mary-Louise Parker | ... |
Robin
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Abe
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Nick
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Elaine
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Massarelli
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Louise
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Anna
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Henry
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Johnny Figgis /
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Emily Saliers | ... |
Indigo Girl
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Jerry
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Jane is a night club singer, out of work. Robin is a quirky real estate agent looking for a ride-share to accompany her to California. Her advertisement is answered by Jane, who at first was uncertain about her. A stop in Pittsburgh picks up a third, Holly, escaping a violent and drug-dealing partner. Girls on the road, reaching understanding, respect, and care for each other. But this trio is different - Jane a lesbian, Robin suffering with AIDS, Holly running from her past, seeking one-night stands and a good man. Written by Bruce Cameron <dumarest@midcoast.com>
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A motion picture that celebrates the art of survival, the gift of laughter and the miracle of friendship.Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated R for strong language and some sexuality | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Language:
EnglishRelease Date:
3 February 1995 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
A proposito di donne See more »Filming Locations:
Bendix Diner - Route 17 and Williams Avenue, Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey, USA See more »Box Office
Budget:
$21,000,000 (estimated)Gross:
$23,450,000 (USA)Company Credits
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Color (DuArt)Aspect Ratio:
2.35 : 1
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Written by Jerry Ragovoy and Bert Russell (as Bert Burns)
Performed by Whoopi Goldberg
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Despite the fact that this was filmed in Super 35, "Filmed in Panavision" is listed in the end credits. See more »Goofs
After leaving NY, Jane and Robin appear to drive an entire day & then spend the night in a motel. There, Robin mentions to Jane that in order to get to Pittsburgh by noon the following day, they'll need to leave by 8:00am. Pittsburgh is less than 6 hours from NY which means they would have only driven 2 hours on the 1st day before stopping to stay overnight in a hotel. See more »Soundtracks
"Piece Of My Heart"Written by Jerry Ragovoy and Bert Russell (as Bert Burns)
Performed by Whoopi Goldberg
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Absorbing, funny and incredibly aware comedy-drama about three ladies on a road trip: Whoopi Goldberg as a lesbian lounge singer, Drew Barrymore as a pregnant, unmarried waif, and Mary-Louise Parker as an uptight woman trying to loosen up (and suffering from HIV). Plot is contrived, but the interaction between the characters is definitely not. Screenwriter Don Roos writes vivid dialogue and touching scenes, and the cast plays it to the hilt. Barrymore is at her best here, Goldberg is outstanding, and Parker--while not a varied actress--does solid work. Nice direction by Herbert Ross, who hasn't been this focused in years. ***1/2 from ****