Who played Scott in milk?

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Sean Penn		Harvey Milk
Josh Brolin		Dan White
Diego Luna		Jack Lira
James Franco		Scott Smith
Alison Pill		Anne Kronenberg

Keeping this in view, who produced the movie Milk?

Dan Jinks Bruce Cohen

Also, when was the film Milk set? Milk is seen recording his will throughout the film, nine days (November 18, 1978) before the assassinations. The film then flashes back to New York City in 1970, the eve of Milk's 40th birthday and his first meeting with his much younger lover, Scott Smith.

Subsequently, one may also ask, is milk a true story?

'Milk' Explores True Story of Openly Gay American Politician. Sean Penn is winning rave reviews and could add another Best Actor Oscar to his awards shelf for his performance in the new film by director Gus Van Sant based on the true story of the first openly gay man elected to major public office in the United States.

Did Sean Penn won an Oscar for Milk?

Sean Penn has won the Oscar for best actor for his portrayal of a slain San Francisco gay rights activist in the film Milk. Penn, 48, picked up the second Oscar of his career, beating the favourite Mickey Rourke. He used his acceptance speech to call for equal rights for the gay community.

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Why is milk rated R?

Why is Milk rated R? Milk is rated R by the MPAA for language, some sexual content and brief violence. Violence: - Brief portrayals of graphic violence (some blood and detail shown).

Is the movie Milk on Netflix?

Milk is now available to watch on Netflix.

How old is Lance Black?

45 years (June 10, 1974)

How many times did Harvey Milk run for office?

He took advantage of the growing political and economic power of the neighborhood to promote his interests and unsuccessfully ran three times for political office. Milk's theatrical campaigns earned him increasing popularity, and in 1977 he won a seat as a city supervisor.

How long is milk the movie?

2h 8m

What did Harvey Milk accomplish?

After moving to San Francisco in the early 1970s, Milk established himself as a leading political activist for the gay community. Winning a seat on the city's Board of Supervisors, he emerged as one of the country's preeminent openly gay elected officials, spearheading an important anti-discrimination measure.

Did Milk win best picture?

Milk had received accolades from several film critics organizations. January 22, 2009 the film received 8 Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, and winning two for Best Original Screenplay and Best Actor in a Leading Role (Sean Penn).

What is the film Milk about?

In 1972, Harvey Milk (Sean Penn) and his then-lover Scott Smith leave New York for San Francisco, with Milk determined to accomplish something meaningful in his life. Settling in the Castro District, he opens a camera shop and helps transform the area into a mecca for gays and lesbians. In 1977 he becomes the nation's first openly gay man elected to a notable public office when he wins a seat on the Board of Supervisors. The following year, Dan White (Josh Brolin) kills Milk in cold blood.

Why did Harvey Milk die?

Assassination

Who killed milk?

Dan White

When did Harvey Milk die?

November 27, 1978

Where did Harvey Milk live?

New York

San Diego

San Francisco

Texas

Where was Harvey Milk killed?

November 27, 1978, San Francisco, California, United States

Where did Harvey Milk grow up?

New York

Why is Harvey Milk a hero?

Harvey Milk, Hero and Martyr. For an entire community, Harvey Milk is remembered as a hero, a martyr to a cause. After three unsuccessful campaigns, Harvey Milk was elected to the San Francisco County Board of Supervisors. His election was a landmark event.

How was Harvey Milk assasinated?

November 27, 1978, San Francisco, California, United States

Was Harvey Milk married?

Harvey Milk and Scott Smith were engaged in a romantic relationship for 7 years.