Synopsis:
Openly gay college student Matthew Shepard was murdered in an act of a hate crime with a senseless violence and such cruelty that attracted global attention. His death has changed the whole world forever.
Quick Thoughts:
“The Matthew Shepard Story” is a TV movie that premiered the same year as “The Laramie Project”. In many ways, these two queer films are companions; this one is the dramatization, whereas the other is a documentary. And that’s a huge part of why I enjoy “The Matthew Shepard Story” – even if it’s one that is difficult to watch. Shane Meier is phenomenal as Matthew. However it’s the performances of Stockard Channing and Sam Waterson as Judy and Dennis Shepard that make this queer film so impactful. If you haven’t yet seen “The Matthew Sheppard Story”, then it’s a must watch!
Watched?
Yes
Reviewed?
No
Worth It?
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