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The character Harvey Milk was portrayed by what actor?

Sean Penn. Sean Penn won the 2009 Best Actor Oscar for his role as Harvey Milk. Senn Penn was born in 1960 in Santa Monica, California. He starred in such films as "Mystic River" and "I Am Sam".

Throughout the movie a dessert was thrown at characters' faces during celebrations. What was it?

cream pie. When it was Scott's birthday Harvey prepared dinner for him. Then when Scott came out of the bedroom to see his surprise meal, Harvey smashed a cream pie right in his face. It happened a couple other times through out the film, as well.

Harvey was elected as supervisor of what district?

District 5. District 5 consisted of The Castro and its surrounding areas. On Harvey's election posters it said "Harvey Milk Supervisor/5". After three attempts, he was finally elected to the Board of Supervisors. He worked against singer Anita Bryant on the gay rights bill, Prop 6.

Where did Harvey Milk meet his lover, Scott Smith?

A New York subway station. Harvey was on his way home, and was going to take the subway. He then met Scott on the stairs. They kissed at their first meeting. Harvey then told Scott it was his birthday. Scott said that he did not see men over 40. Harvey luckily was still 39. He would turn 40 at midnight.

Who assassinated Harvey Milk?

Dan White. Dan White was a district supervisor. He was the only supervisor to vote against the gay ordinance bill. He also had a wife and kid.

What kind of shop did Harvey open when he first moved to San Francisco?

Camera Film Shop. One of the first things Harvey and Scott did when they moved was open Castro Camera. They sold film. When he first opened he had very little customers, but throughout the film his store became a meeting spot for his campaign.

Who, other than Harvey, was assassinated in this film?

Mayor Moscone. George Richard Moscone was elected mayor of San Francisco in 1975. After Dan White resigned he asked for his job back. When Moscone said no, Dan assassinated Moscone.

Which of Harvey's lovers commited suicide?

Jack Lira. Jack Lira was a shy Mexican-American boy who fell in love with Harvey. Jack's family disowned him when his father found out he was gay. Thus, he moved to San Francisco.

Which of the following quotes became Harvey's trademark in his speeches?

"I'm here to recruit you". He said this at the begining of most of his speeches, including the one a few days before his death. In a way he was recruiting them for a better tommorow for gay people.

Which member of Harvey's team quit after losing the election a few times?

Scott Smith. Scott helped run Castro Camera with Harvey. He was also one of Harvey's lovers. He was replaced, as campaign manager, by Anne Kronenberg.