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Uncle Frank is a 2020 American comedy-drama written and directed by Alan Ball. Set in the 1970s, it follows a teenage girl and her gay uncle as they travel from New York to South Carolina for a family funeral, with the uncle's partner joining them unexpectedly. Starring Paul Bettany, Sophia Lillis, and Peter Macdissi, the film examines secrecy, family rejection, grief, and acceptance.

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Where do Frank and Beth travel in Uncle Frank?

In 1973, Frank and his niece Beth travel from Manhattan to Creekville, South Carolina, for the funeral of family patriarch Mac. Frank's longtime partner Wally unexpectedly joins the road trip. [Source](https://www.miramax.com/movie/uncle-frank/)

Who plays Frank, Beth, and Wally in Uncle Frank?

Paul Bettany plays Frank Bledsoe, Sophia Lillis plays Beth, and Peter Macdissi plays Wally. Frank is a literature professor at New York University, while Beth is the niece who feels closest to him. [Source](https://www.miramax.com/movie/uncle-frank/)

Was Uncle Frank released on Prime Video?

Amazon Studios released the film on Prime Video on November 25, 2020. Alan Ball wrote and directed the 95-minute comedy-drama. [Source](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uncle_Frank_%28film%29)

What family secret does Frank confront in Uncle Frank?

Frank is gay and lives semi-openly with Wally in New York while keeping that part of his life hidden from his family in South Carolina. The funeral trip forces him to face the prejudice and memories he has avoided since the 1970s. [Source](https://www.miramax.com/movie/uncle-frank/)

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