The Pink Pimpernel (1989)
An intertextual essay retelling the reactionary French Revolution thriller The Scarlet Pimpernel and featuring Percy as an apolitical dandy and his estranged boyfriend Justin, an AIDS activist fighting for the release of treatment drugs. Juxtaposed with interviews with AIDS Action Now members who describe their battle against homophobic governents and profit-hungry pharmaceuticals.
Director: John Greyson
Runtime: 32 min
Release Date: January 1, 1989
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: John Greyson
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Pink Pimpernel about?
- An intertextual essay retelling the reactionary French Revolution thriller The Scarlet Pimpernel and featuring Percy as an apolitical dandy and his estranged boyfriend Justin, an AIDS activist fighting for the release of treatment drugs. Juxtaposed with interviews with AIDS Action Now members who describe their battle against homophobic governents and profit-hungry pharmaceuticals.
- Who directed The Pink Pimpernel?
- The Pink Pimpernel was directed by John Greyson.
- How long is The Pink Pimpernel?
- The Pink Pimpernel has a runtime of 32m (32 minutes).