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The exploits of the kids in this film are way too real. I used to live on the streets and this film is the first time I've seen street life without the Hollywood polish on it. Granted all the faces are familiar, and everyone in the film is a star, they play the parts with grit and realism. It's really great to see that this lifestyle is portrayed as less than glamourous, because all too often "homeless" movies make it seem like it's easy to get out of it........

I saw this film a long time ago, and at the time, didn't get it at all. I am a firm believer of second chances. And I'm glad I did! Sure, the sets are bad, the lighting is off, and sometimes the dialog can get a little tiresome, but have you tried watching ANY musical more than a few times and NOT seen that? The music is actually fun. I bought the CD and have been listening quite a bit. It makes a whole different movie if you and actually understand what's being sung. Give it a shot, you won't fence post on this one. It's either a love or a hate. Basic Plot: The "first known case of HIV" comes back as a ghost to try and clear his name through the believed to be dead, Sir Richard Burton (The sex book guy, not Elizabeth's husband). It feels a lot like Lewis Carroll is in there when Miss HIV sings to Zero about his not being the first, but it's all wrapped up in a great package and brought lovingly to the screen by people who cared enough to actually make the film. Have fun!