Compared to What: The Improbable Journey of Barney Frank

Oct 15 2015 TV-14 1h 27m
Biography, Documentary, Drama

An intimate portrait of recently retired Congressman Barney Frank, one of our most well-known and least understood political figures, this documentary alternates between deeply personal moments and the inner workings of our political process. Rare archival material and interviews reveal the emotional pain and harmful effects of a closeted life, the relief of coming out and the triumph of love through the Congressman's historic same-sex marriage. Frank's journey is our country's journey, a classic American story about a dedicated public servant who never loses hope.

Plot

An intimate portrait of recently retired Congressman Barney Frank, one of our most well-known and least understood political figures, this documentary alternates between deeply personal moments and the inner workings of our political process. Rare archival material and interviews reveal the emotional pain and harmful effects of a closeted life, the relief of coming out and the triumph of love through the Congressman's historic same-sex marriage. Frank's journey is our country's journey, a classic American story about a dedicated public servant who never loses hope.

Written by

Sheila Canavan, Michael Chandler

Directed by

Sheila Canavan, Michael Chandler

Production Countries

United States of America

Languages

English

Awards

2 wins

Scores
# of Votes
243
Average Rating
6.3 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA