The Battle of Amfar (2013)

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When AIDS struck in the early 1980s, a scientist and a movie star did not have to respond - but they did. Dr. Mathilde Krim and Elizabeth Taylor joined forces to create amfAR, the Foundation for AIDS Research. The fight against HIV has never been the same. The Perfect Host reveals how two powerful and very different women came together, and what their combined efforts achieved. With passion and wit, Taylor wielded celebrity as a weapon against government indifference while Krim's commitment to science ensured support for the most promising research areas. Today, the only man cured of AIDS can thank research championed by Mathilde Krim. Visually dazzling and emotionally compelling, this story offers a surprising perspective on the still ongoing fight against AIDS.

Director: Rob Epstein, Jeffrey Friedman
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 40 min
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Production: HBO Documentary Films
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

aids

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More Films by Director: Rob Epstein, Jeffrey Friedman
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Battle of Amfar about?
When AIDS struck in the early 1980s, a scientist and a movie star did not have to respond - but they did. Dr. Mathilde Krim and Elizabeth Taylor joined forces to create amfAR, the Foundation for AIDS Research. The fight against HIV has never been the same. The Perfect Host reveals how two powerful and very different women came together, and what their combined efforts achieved. With passion and wit, Taylor wielded celebrity as a weapon against government indifference while Krim's commitment to science ensured support for the most promising research areas. Today, the only man cured of AIDS can thank research championed by Mathilde Krim. Visually dazzling and emotionally compelling, this story offers a surprising perspective on the still ongoing fight against AIDS.
Who directed The Battle of Amfar?
The Battle of Amfar was directed by Rob Epstein, Jeffrey Friedman.
Who stars in The Battle of Amfar?
The Battle of Amfar stars Elizabeth Taylor, Sharon Stone, Woody Allen, Mathilde Krim.
How long is The Battle of Amfar?
The Battle of Amfar has a runtime of 40m (40 minutes).
What genre is The Battle of Amfar?
The Battle of Amfar is a Documentary film.
Where was The Battle of Amfar produced?
The Battle of Amfar was produced in United States of America.