How to Survive a Plague
Originally released in 2012. How to Survive a Plague is a documentary/history film. directed by David France.
Starring Peter Staley, Larry Kramer, and Iris Long
Synopsis
A story of two coalitions – ACT UP and TAG (Treatment Action Group) – whose activism and innovation turned AIDS from a death sentence into a manageable condition. Despite having no scientific training, these self-made activists infiltrated the pharmaceutical industry and helped identify promising new drugs, moving them from experimental trials to patients in record time.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 21, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
1h 49m
109 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (78 votes)
Box Office
$122.7K
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $122,665
Production Companies
- Public Square Films
- Ninety Thousand Words
- Ted Snowdon Foundation
- Impact Partners
- Little Punk
- Ford Foundation
- Doc Society
Frequently Asked Questions
What is How to Survive a Plague about?
A story of two coalitions – ACT UP and TAG (Treatment Action Group) – whose activism and innovation turned AIDS from a death sentence into a manageable condition. Despite having no scientific t...
Who directed How to Survive a Plague?
How to Survive a Plague was directed by David France.
How long is How to Survive a Plague?
How to Survive a Plague has a runtime of 1 hours and 49 minutes (109 minutes total).
When was How to Survive a Plague released?
How to Survive a Plague was released on September 21, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in How to Survive a Plague?
The main cast of How to Survive a Plague includes Peter Staley, Larry Kramer, Iris Long, Bob Rafsky, Mark Harrington.