Fixing Frank


1h 43m 2001

Brief Synopsis

Reporter, Frank Johnston is sent undercover by his boyfriend, psychotherapist Jonathan Baldwin to write an expose on Dr. Arthur Apsey. Apsey claims to be able to successfully change gays to straight, and Jonathan convinces Frank to pose as a patient wanting to convert. But Jonathan and Frank underes

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Adaptation
Drama
Release Date
2001

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 43m

Synopsis

Reporter, Frank Johnston is sent undercover by his boyfriend, psychotherapist Jonathan Baldwin to write an expose on Dr. Arthur Apsey. Apsey claims to be able to successfully change gays to straight, and Jonathan convinces Frank to pose as a patient wanting to convert. But Jonathan and Frank underestimate Apsey's brilliance, leading Frank to doubt himself and his six-year relationship with Jonathan. As Frank falls under Apsey's spell, his relationship with Jonathan deteriorates, and a fierce psychological tug of war erupts between the two powerful doctors over the heart and mind of Frank. With careers, relationships and even core identities at stake, Frank must make some decisions that eventually explode the lives of them all.

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Adaptation
Drama
Release Date
2001

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 43m

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Miscellaneous Notes

Released in United States Spring May 20, 2005

Released in United States on Video October 10, 2006

Released in United States July 2001

Released in United States June 2002

Shown at OUTFEST 2001: The Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Film Festival July 12-23, 2001.

Shown at New York Gay and Lesbian Film Festival June 6-16, 2002.

Based on the play "Fixing Frank" by Ken Hanes.

Released in United States Spring May 20, 2005

Released in United States on Video October 10, 2006

Released in United States July 2001 (Shown at OUTFEST 2001: The Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Film Festival July 12-23, 2001.)

Released in United States June 2002 (Shown at New York Gay and Lesbian Film Festival June 6-16, 2002.)