About In the Gloaming (HBO)

In the Gloaming is an impactful drama movie produced by HBO and released in the year 1997. Directed by Christopher Reeve, this movie delves into the heartfelt story of a young man named Danny who grappling with AIDS decides to spend his last days with his family. The narrative explores the bonds of family, love and the challenge of coming to terms with mortality.

Making / Production

The movie was beautifully crafted as the directorial debut of actor Christopher Reeve. It features some of the meticulously composed scenes that further enhance the emotional depth of the narrative. Written by Will Scheffer, it was produced by Nellie Nugiel for HBO.

Actors

• Robert Sean Leonard as Danny - Leonard's sensitive portrayal of Danny, a character struggling with AIDS was deeply moving, capturing the essence of his plight.
• Glenne Headly as Janet - She plays the role of Danny's compassionate mother Janet, portraying every weave of love, pain and compassion with utmost sincerity.
• David Strathairn as Martin - Strathairn played Martin, Danny's father, with a balance of sensitivity and reluctant acceptance.
• Whoopi Goldberg as Nurse Myrna - Goldberg added an emotional depth to the character of Myrna, the family's nurse, which was pivotal in the narrative.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Director Christopher Reeve was wheelchair-bound at the time of filming due to a horse-riding accident.
• Glenne Headly delivers an unforgettable performance despite her fear of dying.
• The movie was praised for its sensitive handling of a delicate subject matter.

Awards

In the Gloaming was nominated for 5 Primetime Emmys, further winning a CableACE for Best Direction of a Movie or Mini-Series and Director's Guild of America Award for Christopher Reeve's outstanding directorial achievement.

Quotes

• "This house is full of echoes."
• "What is it that frightens you so? Is it my disease or is it me?"

Music, Soundtrack

• The original score was composed by Michael Kamen, enhancing the emotive weight of the narrative.
• The title track "In the Gloaming" is an old Scottish song meaning "in the twilight," which beautifully projects the mood of the film.