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Synopsis

Part I, "The History," covering Milk's life in New York pre-1973 through his death in San Francisco in 1978, features: a brief history of Harvey Milk; 90 historical photos; and recollections from Milk's many activist friends in his Castro Street neighborhood, campaigns and eventual victory, Prop 6 protests, the Gay Freedom Day Parade, and Harvey Milk's enduring legacy.

Part II, "The Movie," details the making of the film, and includes: commentary by screenwriter Dustin Lance Black, who was on set everyday; movie stills, side-by-side with the historical photos they re-create; and behind-the-scene shots of the real historical characters who consulted on or appeared in the film.