The Normal Heart Analysis

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Back in 80s, the HIV/AIDS crisis was rising in New York City. More people, notably gay men, were afflicted by this terrible disease, and, in a time where there was little medical knowledge about this virus, the ordeal was quite frightening. Young men were dying, and the people just didn't know why. The Normal Heart, an original HBO film, depicts the plight of these young, unheard men in the 1980s. It is based on the largely autobiographical play written by Larry Kramer, who experienced this crisis first hand. Directed by Ryan Murphy, The Normal Heart centers around gay activist/writer Ned Weeks, played by Mark Ruffalo, a character who Kramer confesses is based on him. Weeks advocates for an increase awareness towards the HIV/AIDS crisis, and

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