Movie

Buddies

“...The first dramatic movie about AIDS”

★ 8.2(54)19851h 21m

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Good to know

Director: Arthur J. Bressan, Jr.
Release date: 1985-09-12
Runtime: 1h 21m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Film and Video Workshop

Buddies — trailer

About Buddies

Buddies is a 1985 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Arthur J. Bressan, Jr., starring Geoff Edholm, David Schachter and Libby Saines. It has a runtime of 1 hour 21 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.2/10 from 54 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Buddies in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

David, a naive graduate student, has volunteered to work as a 'buddy' for people dying of AIDS. Assigned to the intensely political Robert, a lifelong activist whose friends and family have abandoned him following his diagnosis, the two men, each with notably different world views, soon discover common bonds, as David's inner activist awakens and Robert's need for emotional release is fulfilled.

Cast

Geoff Edholm

Robert Willow

David Schachter

David Bennett

Libby Saines

Mrs. Bennett

David Rose

Steve

Billy Lux

Edward

Joyce Korn

Lynn

Susan Schneider

Sylvia Douglas

Tracy Vivat

Nurse

Damon Hairston

Gym Instructor

Themes & keywords

new york cityfriendshipaidsmale friendshiphivhospitalmasturbationlgbtgay theme

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Buddies in Canada?+

Buddies is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Buddies on Netflix?+

Buddies is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Buddies?+

Buddies has a runtime of 1 hour 21 minutes (81 minutes).

Who stars in Buddies?+

Buddies stars Geoff Edholm, David Schachter, Libby Saines, David Rose and Billy Lux.

When did Buddies come out?+

Buddies is a 1985 movie directed by Arthur J. Bressan, Jr..

What genre is Buddies?+

Buddies is Drama film.

Who directed Buddies?+

Buddies was directed by Arthur J. Bressan, Jr..