U.S.S. Metaphor (2007)

A fiercley hilarious and original adaptation of the Gilbert & Sullivan classic, H.M.S. Pinafore

U.S.S. Metaphor (2007) poster

Based on the hilarious Gilbert and Sullivan classic H.M.S. Pinafore, U.S.S. Metaphor includes such characters as Captain Closeted, his gay son sailor Stephen (in love with sailor Ralph Rackstraw), sanctimonious Reverend Dick Deadheart, the lovable Mister Buttercup, Savoy Network News reporter Anderson Scooper, presidential candidate the Honorable Secretary Josephine Porter, and her travel companion, "Aunt" Shebe. The ship is docked at Boston Harbor as Secretary Porter and her entourage visit to inspect for "homosexual activity." An inevitable happy ending celebrates same-sex marriage and tolls the bell for an end to Don't Ask, Don't Tell.

Director: Lawrence B. Dillon
Genre: Music
Runtime: 71 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Arthur Sullivan
Editing: Lawrence B. Dillon
Production: Golden Gate Performing Arts Inc.
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

live performance, chorus, lgbt

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is U.S.S. Metaphor about?
Based on the hilarious Gilbert and Sullivan classic H.M.S. Pinafore, U.S.S. Metaphor includes such characters as Captain Closeted, his gay son sailor Stephen (in love with sailor Ralph Rackstraw), sanctimonious Reverend Dick Deadheart, the lovable Mister Buttercup, Savoy Network News reporter Anderson Scooper, presidential candidate the Honorable Secretary Josephine Porter, and her travel companion, "Aunt" Shebe. The ship is docked at Boston Harbor as Secretary Porter and her entourage visit to inspect for "homosexual activity." An inevitable happy ending celebrates same-sex marriage and tolls the bell for an end to Don't Ask, Don't Tell.
Who directed U.S.S. Metaphor?
U.S.S. Metaphor was directed by Lawrence B. Dillon.
Who stars in U.S.S. Metaphor?
U.S.S. Metaphor stars Edward "Moose" Maravilla, Matt Prather, Robert Benda, Ken McPherson, John Prigeon, Steve Gallagher.
How long is U.S.S. Metaphor?
U.S.S. Metaphor has a runtime of 1h 11m (71 minutes).
What genre is U.S.S. Metaphor?
U.S.S. Metaphor is a Music film.
Where was U.S.S. Metaphor produced?
U.S.S. Metaphor was produced in United States of America.