Vito (2011)
Every revolution needs a voice
2011 · 1h 33m · Documentary
Genres: Documentary
In the aftermath of Stonewall, a newly politicized Vito Russo found his voice as a gay activist and critic of LGBTQ+ representation in the media. He went on to write "The Celluloid Closet", the first book to critique Hollywood's portrayals of gays on screen.
Director: Jeffrey Schwarz
Music by: Miriam Cutler
Cinematography: David Quantic
Editor: Philip Harrison
Cast
Vito Russo as Self (archive)Larry Kramer as SelfLily Tomlin as SelfRob Epstein as SelfBruce Vilanch as SelfArmistead Maupin as SelfRichard Berkowitz as SelfMalcolm Boyd as SelfTommi Avicolli Mecca as SelfJenni Olson as SelfRichard Barrios as SelfJoseph Brewer as SelfMore like this
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