Lance Loud!: A Death in An American Family (2003)

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Eldest son Lance, of the Loud family profiled on PBS in 1973, became the first openly gay man on television and a gay icon for his generation. When Lance entered hospice in 2001 with a terminal HIV and hepatitis C co-infection, he asked original filmmakers Susan and Alan Raymond to film a final episode of the series. Lance reflects upon his days with Andy Warhol, his band The Mumps, a career as a writer and the experience of being the first reality TV star. It is a celebration of life and a cautionary tale.

Director: Alan Raymond, Susan Raymond
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 56 min
Release Date:

Cast

Cinematography: Alan Raymond
Editing: Mark Brownstone
Production: Video Verité
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

television history, cinéma vérité

More Films by Director: Alan Raymond, Susan Raymond
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lance Loud!: A Death in An American Family about?
Eldest son Lance, of the Loud family profiled on PBS in 1973, became the first openly gay man on television and a gay icon for his generation. When Lance entered hospice in 2001 with a terminal HIV and hepatitis C co-infection, he asked original filmmakers Susan and Alan Raymond to film a final episode of the series. Lance reflects upon his days with Andy Warhol, his band The Mumps, a career as a writer and the experience of being the first reality TV star. It is a celebration of life and a cautionary tale.
Who directed Lance Loud!: A Death in An American Family?
Lance Loud!: A Death in An American Family was directed by Alan Raymond, Susan Raymond.
Who stars in Lance Loud!: A Death in An American Family?
Lance Loud!: A Death in An American Family stars Lance Loud, Pat Loud, Kristian Hoffman, Bobby Mayhem, Gregory Poe, Michelle Loud.
How long is Lance Loud!: A Death in An American Family?
Lance Loud!: A Death in An American Family has a runtime of 56m (56 minutes).
What genre is Lance Loud!: A Death in An American Family?
Lance Loud!: A Death in An American Family is a Documentary film.
Where was Lance Loud!: A Death in An American Family produced?
Lance Loud!: A Death in An American Family was produced in United States of America.