6.9Vito · 2011
Vito (2011) is a Documentary film directed by Jeffrey Schwarz, starring Vito Russo, Larry Kramer, Lily Tomlin.
Documentary
6.9Overview
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. During the AIDS crisis in the 1980s, Vito became a passionate advocate for justice via the newly formed ACT UP, before his death in 1990.
Cast
Vito Russo, Larry Kramer, Lily Tomlin, Rob Epstein, Bruce Vilanch, Armistead Maupin, Richard Berkowitz, Malcolm Boyd
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What is "Vito" about?
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. During the AIDS crisis in the 1980s, Vito became a passionate advocate for justice via the newly formed ACT UP, before his death in 1990.
When was "Vito" released?
Vito was released in 2011.
Who stars in "Vito"?
The cast includes Vito Russo, Larry Kramer, Lily Tomlin, Rob Epstein.
