Before I Forget


1h 48m 2007

Brief Synopsis

Pierre, a downward spiraling gay gigolo, struggles to cope with his advancing age, poverty, loneliness, writers block, and the increasing complications of HIV disease. When his wealthy benefactor dies after thirty years of lavish support, his inheritance is challenged by the benefactor's family, le

Film Details

Also Known As
Avant Que J'Oublie
MPAA Rating
Genre
Drama
Foreign
Release Date
2007
Production Company
Centre National Du Cinema; Procirep
Distribution Company
Strand Releasing; Id Distribution; Peccadillo Pictures; Strand Releasing; Strand Releasing
Location
Paris, France

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 48m

Synopsis

Pierre, a downward spiraling gay gigolo, struggles to cope with his advancing age, poverty, loneliness, writers block, and the increasing complications of HIV disease. When his wealthy benefactor dies after thirty years of lavish support, his inheritance is challenged by the benefactor's family, leaving him destitute. Underscoring his every move is the fear of being forgotten, or worse: dying back where he started--on the streets. Young hustlers, drugs, alcohol, and countless cigarettes provide momentary distractions, but ultimately, he must face his inner demons in order to be free of them.

Film Details

Also Known As
Avant Que J'Oublie
MPAA Rating
Genre
Drama
Foreign
Release Date
2007
Production Company
Centre National Du Cinema; Procirep
Distribution Company
Strand Releasing; Id Distribution; Peccadillo Pictures; Strand Releasing; Strand Releasing
Location
Paris, France

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 48m

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Miscellaneous Notes

Released in United States Summer July 18, 2008

Released in United States on Video September 2, 2008

Released in United States October 2007

Released in United States 2008

Released in United States June 2008

Released in United States July 2008

Shown at Chicago International Film Festival (World Cinema) October 4-17, 2007.

Shown at Rotterdam International Film Festival (Kings & Aces) January 23-February 3, 2008.

Shown at Seattle International Film Festival (Contemporary World Cinema) May 22-June 15, 2008.

Shown at San Francisco International Lesbian and Gay Film Festival (World Cinema) June 19-29, 2008.

Shown at Outfest: Los Angeles Gay & Lesbian Film Festival (International Dramatic Feature) July 9-21, 2008.

Strand Releasing acquired domestic distribution rights at the 2007 Toronto International Film Festival.

Released in United States Summer July 18, 2008 (NY)

Released in United States on Video September 2, 2008

Released in United States October 2007 (Shown at Chicago International Film Festival (World Cinema) October 4-17, 2007.)

Released in United States 2008 (Shown at Rotterdam International Film Festival (Kings & Aces) January 23-February 3, 2008.)

Released in United States 2008 (Shown at Seattle International Film Festival (Contemporary World Cinema) May 22-June 15, 2008.)

Released in United States June 2008 (Shown at San Francisco International Lesbian and Gay Film Festival (World Cinema) June 19-29, 2008.)

Released in United States July 2008 (Shown at Outfest: Los Angeles Gay & Lesbian Film Festival (International Dramatic Feature) July 9-21, 2008.)