Boys on the Side (1995)

A motion picture that celebrates the art of survival, the gift of laughter and the miracle of friendship.

Boys on the Side (1995) poster

After breaking up with her girlfriend, a nightclub singer, Jane, answers a personal ad from Robin, a real estate agent with AIDS, seeking a cross-country travel partner. On their journey from New York City to Los Angeles, the two stop by Pittsburgh to pick up Jane's friend Holly, who is trying to escape an abusive relationship. With three distinct personalities, the women must overcome their differences to help one another.

Director: Herbert Ross
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 115 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: David Newman
Cinematography: Donald E. Thorin
Editing: Michael R. Miller
Production: Regency Enterprises, Alcor Films, Hera Productions, New Regency Pictures, Le Studio Canal+
Country: France, United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $21M
Box Office: $23M
Original Language: en

Themes

Friendship and Bonds, Male Friendship and Loyalty, Platonic Soulmates and Friendship, Childhood Friends Reunited After Years, Neighbor Feud and the Path to Reconciliation

Keywords

friendship, escape, aids, homophobia, homicide, roommates, car journey, female friendship, road trip, friends, domestic violence, fresh start, abusive boyfriend, lesbian, chosen family

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boys on the Side about?
After breaking up with her girlfriend, a nightclub singer, Jane, answers a personal ad from Robin, a real estate agent with AIDS, seeking a cross-country travel partner. On their journey from New York City to Los Angeles, the two stop by Pittsburgh to pick up Jane's friend Holly, who is trying to escape an abusive relationship. With three distinct personalities, the women must overcome their differences to help one another.
Who directed Boys on the Side?
Boys on the Side was directed by Herbert Ross.
Who stars in Boys on the Side?
Boys on the Side stars Whoopi Goldberg, Mary-Louise Parker, Drew Barrymore, Matthew McConaughey, James Remar, Billy Wirth.
How long is Boys on the Side?
Boys on the Side has a runtime of 1h 55m (115 minutes).
What genre is Boys on the Side?
Boys on the Side is a Comedy, Drama film.
What is the budget of Boys on the Side?
Boys on the Side had a budget of $21M.
How much did Boys on the Side gross?
Boys on the Side grossed $23M worldwide.
Where was Boys on the Side produced?
Boys on the Side was produced in France, United States of America.
What are the themes of Boys on the Side?
The themes of Boys on the Side include: Friendship and Bonds, Male Friendship and Loyalty, Platonic Soulmates and Friendship, Childhood Friends Reunited After Years, Neighbor Feud and the Path to Reconciliation.