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Winner
Best Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture
Nominated
Achievement in Art Direction
Nominated
Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy
Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy
- Nathan Lane
MTV Movie Awards (1997)
NominatedBest Comedic Performance
- Robin Williams
Best On-Screen Duo
Nominated
Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role
- Hank Azaria
Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role
- Nathan Lane
Nominated
Best Adapted screenplay
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The Birdcage
Somewhat overlong but well-played remake of "La Cage aux Folles" features Williams suppressing his usual manic schtick to portray Armand, the subdued half of a longtime gay couple living in Miami. His partner is the ever-hysterical-but-loving drag queen Albert (Lane), whose presence provides a distinct challenge when Armand's son Val (Futterman) announces his engagement to the daughter of family values, right-wing senator Kevin Keeley (Hackman). When the Senator and family arrive for dinner, Armand tries to play it straight while Albert opts for a matronly mom impersonation (think Barbara Bush). Highlights include Armand's initial attempts to teach Albert to be butch (walk like John Wayne) and Hackman congoing in drag.
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Run Time:
120 minutes
Rating:
R - Restricted
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Color:
Color
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No
Format:
VHS, CC, DVD
Distributor:
MGM Home Entertainment
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