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Milk

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The story of Harvey Milk, and his struggles as an American gay activist who fought for gay rights and became California's first openly gay elected official.

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Sean Penn
Harvey Milk
Josh Brolin
Dan White
Emile Hirsch
Cleve Jones

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Milk: Featurette
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Milk: What Do You Think Of My New Theater?
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Milk: This Is The Most Wonderful Dinner I Have Ever Had
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Milk: Harvey's 48th Birthday
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Milk: Would You Go Get Us Some Cake?
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Awards

  • 2009 - Oscar - Best Motion Picture of the Year - nominated
  • 2009 - Oscar - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role - winner
  • 2009 - Oscar - Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role - nominated
  • 2009 - Oscar - Best Achievement in Directing - nominated

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