Vito

Jeffrey Schwarz
2011-10-14

Every revolution needs a voice
7.4
93 min

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

Name Character Team
Vito Russo Himself Unowned
Larry Kramer Himself Unowned
Lily Tomlin Herself Goutbreak
Rob Epstein Himself Unowned
Bruce Vilanch Himself Unowned
Armistead Maupin Himself Unowned
Richard Berkowitz Himself Unowned
Malcolm Boyd Himself Unowned
Tommi Avicolli Mecca Himself Unowned
Jenni Olson Self Unowned