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Milk

5th November 2008
2h 8m
Gus Van Sant
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Milk is a Biography Drama film released on 5th November 2008; Gus Van Sant directed the film which stars Sean Penn, James Franco, and Emile Hirsch. The film is based on a true story. The film was a box office success, earning a profit of $34,589,558 on its budget.

Plot

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.

Film Settings

Cast (34)

Sean Penn's profile
Sean Penn Harvey Milk
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 47
Oscar Win
James Franco's profile
James Franco
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 29
Emile Hirsch's profile
Emile Hirsch
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 22
Josh Brolin's profile
Josh Brolin
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 39
Diego Luna's profile
Diego Luna
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 28
Dave Franco's profile
Dave Franco
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 22
Denis O'Hare's profile
Denis O'Hare
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 45
Victor Garber's profile
Victor Garber
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 58
Alison Pill's profile
Alison Pill
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 22
Boyd Holbrook's profile
Boyd Holbrook
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 26
Stephen Spinella's profile
Stephen Spinella
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 51
Joseph Cross's profile
Joseph Cross
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 21
Richard Gross's profile
Richard Gross
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 59
Lucas Grabeel's profile
Lucas Grabeel
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 23
Ted Jan Roberts
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 28
Dustin Lance Black
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 33
Howard Rosenman
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 62

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Milk FAQ

When was Milk released?

Milk was released 16 years ago, on Wednesday November 5th, 2008.

Is Milk Based on a True Story?

Yes, the film is based on a true story. However, it is very common in these kinds of films for scenes, characters or situations to be changed or fictionalised for dramatic effect. Even when that is the case, the overall story and main characters are based on non-fictional people and events.

How much did Milk cost to make?

The budget was $20,000,000.

How much money did Milk make?

The worldwide revenue was $54,589,558.

Is Milk on Netflix?

No, Milk is not currently available on Netflix in the United States

Is Milk on Amazon Prime?

No, Milk is not currently available on Amazon Prime in the United States

Is Milk on Disney Plus?

No, Milk is not currently available on Disney+ in the United States

Milk Stats

Cast Age

Estimated Age During Filming

26% 20-29
6% 30-39
6% 40-49
9% 50-59
3% 60-69
50% Unknown

Cast Genders

Who Is Most Represented

18% Female
82% Male

Good/Bad Characters

More Heroes of Villains?

100% Neutral/Unknown

Character Types

What Characters Feature

100% Unknown