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故事发生於20世纪80年代中期的纽约，《千禧年降临》的第一幕介绍了中心人物路易·爱恩森（Louis Ironson）。他是一名犹太人，与同性恋爱人普莱尔·沃尔特（Prior Walter）住在一起。但普莱尔後来发现自己患有艾滋病，社会在当时对此病仍然知之甚少，路易无法承受住巨大的压力便抛弃了对方搬了出去。与此同时，在城市中另一方，也有一位名为乔·皮特（Joe Pitt）的共和党律师。他是一位摩门教徒，同时也在尽力压制自己的同性恋倾向。剧中，臭名昭著的麦卡锡主义者罗依·康（Roy Cohn）为他提供了一份十分有前途的工作，而乔并没有立刻接受，因为他担心自己服用安定上瘾的妻子哈珀（Harper）。 随着剧情发展，普莱尔发现经常有鬼魂和天使来拜访他，还被这些人称为先知；乔在自己的宗教信仰和性取向的矛盾中痛苦挣扎；路易十分後悔抛弃了爱人，时刻受到良心的折磨；乔的妈妈汉娜（Hannah）得知儿子是同性恋後搬到纽约，要照顾儿媳；而罗依·康本人也是一位同志，因为艾滋病住进了医院，负责护理他的护士是一位名为伯利兹（Belize）的黑人同志，他是普莱尔的好友，原来从事过女装表演；最后，原来冷战时期因为罗依·康的幕後操纵而被美国司法处以极刑的共产党人艾瑟尔·罗森堡（Ethel Rosenberg）也化为鬼魂来報復他。 全剧充满了黑色幽默与悲剧色彩，对白极为出色，在一些需要特殊效果衬托的地方展现出很浓的戏剧风格。大多数演员都一人分饰几角，比如扮演普莱尔的护士的演员，也同时扮演美国天使。剧中对圣经和美国政治、经济、文化、种族、环境现象有非常多的引用，也有发生在南极和天堂的戏份，也涉及了旧金山的大地震与纽约中央公园中的毕士大（Bethesda）天使像。 很多观众与评论家都认为此剧是美国近年来最有影响力的戏剧之一。
"Angels in America," the 2003 HBO Films and Avenue Pictures production, is a landmark miniseries that masterfully adapts Tony Kushner's Pulitzer Prize-winning play into a visually stunning and emotionally charged narrative. Set against the backdrop of the 1980s AIDS epidemic in America, the series delves deep into the lives of a diverse group of characters whose paths intertwine in unexpected ways. The miniseries, directed by Mike Nichols, boasts an all-star cast including Al Pacino, Meryl Streep, and Emma Thompson, who bring to life the complex themes of love, loss, and redemption with unparalleled intensity. The narrative weaves together the stories of Prior Walter, a gay man diagnosed with AIDS, and his partner Louis, who struggles to cope with the illness. Alongside them, we follow Roy Cohn, a closeted and powerful lawyer, and Joe Pitt, a Mormon grappling with his sexuality, whose wife Harper battles her own demons through Valium-induced hallucinations. The series does not shy away from the harsh realities of the time, yet it infuses moments of surrealism and humor, particularly through the appearances of ethereal angels and historical figures like Ethel Rosenberg, portrayed with haunting brilliance by Meryl Streep. One of the most striking aspects of "Angels in America" is its bold exploration of political and social issues. The series critiques the Reagan administration's handling of the AIDS crisis and delves into themes of homophobia, denial, and the search for meaning in a world ravaged by disease. Yet, amidst the despair, the miniseries offers glimmers of hope and resilience, emphasizing the importance of human connection and the possibility of personal transformation. The powerful performances, especially by Justin Kirk as Prior and Jeffrey Wright as Belize, add layers of depth and emotion to the already rich tapestry of the story. "Angels in America" stands as a testament to the power of storytelling in television. Its unflinching portrayal of the AIDS epidemic, combined with its innovative narrative structure and exceptional acting, earned it widespread critical acclaim and numerous awards, including multiple Emmys and Golden Globes. More than just a historical document, the miniseries remains profoundly relevant, resonating with contemporary audiences as a poignant reminder of the enduring human spirit in the face of adversity.
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年份2003
集数6
季数1
集时长
状态Ended
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类型剧情Sci-Fi & Fantasy
制作国家United States of America
