Falsettos (2017) Plot Summary Explained

Release, runtime and language

2017 · 143 mins · English

Directed by

Matthew Diamond, James Lapine

Starring

Andrew Rannells, Tracie Thoms, Stephanie J. Block, Christian Borle, Anthony Rosenthal, Brandon Uranowitz

This 2016 Broadway revival explores William Finn’s acclaimed musical about Marvin, a man who abandons his family to pursue a relationship with another man during the AIDS crisis in 1980s New York City. The story follows his journey of love, loss, and acceptance as he navigates complex relationships with his wife, son, and new partner, offering a poignant look at a challenging era.