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Queer as Folk - The Complete Series | 
 enlarge | Actors: Gale Harold, Sharon Gless, Hal Sparks, Peter Paige, Scott Lowell
Studio: Showtime Networks
Category: DVD
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Rating:  44 reviews
Sales Rank: 4493
Format: Box Set, Color, Dvd-video, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), Spanish (Original Language)
Number Of Items: 28
Running Time: 4206
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 11.4 x 5.5 x 3.4
MPN: PARD130274D
UPC: 097361302744
EAN: 0097361302744
ASIN: B000UX6TK2
Theatrical Release Date: December 3, 2000
Release Date: November 20, 2007
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Studio: Paramount Home Video Release Date: 11/20/2007
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Welcome to Liberty Avenue August 12, 2007
39 out of 46 found this review helpful
"Queer as Folk" is one of those amazing series that is a perfect time capsule of its time. The series is based upon the British television series of the same name and follows the lives of four gay and two lesbian friends that along with a few others make up an artificial family. This family lives in Pittsburg, PN and the series focuses primarly on their relationships as friends as well as the romantic entanglements they get themselves involved in within the five years of the series.
The inaugural season focuses upon establishing the key characters for the series. At the center of the series are boyhood friends Michael (the essential `boy-next-door') and Brian Kenny (A Tom Cat that has slept with more men that he could possibly count). From there the characters branch out to include Emmett (a very flamboyant, yet comfortable with himself), Ted (the most closeted and republican member of the group and the lesbian's Melanie and Lindsey. From their the characters branch out to include Michael's almost overly accepting Mother, Debbie (who works at the groups hangout diner) and her brother Vic (a older gay man infected with the HIV virus).
The pilot perfectly sets the stage for the series as Brian meets Justin, a underage boy that makes him think about his lifestyle as well as the birth of the Melanie and Lindsey's son. From there the series branches off into a character study of four contemporary gay men, just trying to live their lives. They aren't trying to make any gradeoso statements about homosexuality - they are just trying to find love in a crazy and sometimes harsh world. And beyond love - all they really want is acceptance.
"Queer as Folk" was the first series in America to bluntly discuss the life of homosexuals. And it did so in a very entertaining and engrossing way. Even heterosexual's found themselves drawn into dramatic intalgements of the series. And beyond the drama, this series is a perfect time capsule of what life was to be gay in America at the turn of the century. Paramount has collected all 78-episodes on 28 discs with all the original bonus features intact. Additionally they have included a bonus disc with a retrospective featurette that reunited all the cast members for the first time since the filming of the series finale.
I wanted it to last forever March 12, 2008
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
What a relief to be able to view Queer As Folk in it's full glory after having endured the edited LOGO airings. This show is to be revered and is beautifully and fully commemorated with this complete box set.The reunion DVD was the first thing I watched when I opened the box. Sadly, neither Gale Harold(Brian) nor Randy Harrison(Justin) were present. It was a little jarring to watch seeing that these were probably the most neurotic and insecure individuals who were ever assembled.( Can we say "shallow"?.Sorry cast ,I still love what you each contributed to the series!) Instead of being greatful to have been part of this landmark series they seemed traumatized and disgruntled about being typecast. If you don't want to be disillusioned skip this disc and just enjoy the show for what it is : a rich and full account of Gay life as it existed just a few years ago. The emotions and situations in the show are timeless and universal and will warm our hearts as well as titilate us for years to come. Much thanks to the creators and to Showtime.I have never enjoyed anything in entertainment more than this. I will always cherish QAF.
An Amazing Series July 27, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I can't even begin to describe how amazing this show is. The first episode of Queer as Folk, full of interesting cinematography, realistic characters, and great storylines draws you in for a five season journey with the men and women of Liberty Avenue. Every episode is full of heart, and covers issues like no other television show. This is a show that is truly amazing.
Although I've read some complaints about the packaging of the complete series, all of my discs were fine. A few of them, mostly from the first season, had slipped out of their places, but there were no scratches, and I've had no problems playing any of the discs.
Buy this series right now. You shan't regret it.
QAF Series August 17, 2007
23 out of 31 found this review helpful
Best t.v. series we have ever had. Brutally frank, explicit in sex and subject matter, good storyline and great characters. A brave eye opening experience for all people. It gives you new perspective in the saying, 'different strokes for different folks.' It's okay to live your life as you are. Story about the lives of friends that happen to be gay.
Cutting EdgeEntertainment December 22, 2007
10 out of 13 found this review helpful
How I love this series, the lives of the main characters became my own in a way. I am not gay and loved the series. I miss it very much. Brian and Justin will forever live in my heart. Great writing and wonderful realistic acting.
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