Milk Review

Director Gus Van Sant's Milk, which recounts the last eight years in the life of gay rights activist Harvey Milk (Sean Penn), is a moving but conventional biopic given immeasurable heft in light of current events. Upon turning 40, Harvey moves from New York City to San Francisco with his lover Scott Smith (James Franco) where they open a camera shop in the city's Castro neighborhood, which has become a haven for gay people. Soon, Harvey – who was in the closet while living in New York – finds himself becoming an activist for gay rights and his community.

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