Vito
"Every revolution needs a voice"
Originally released in 2011. Vito is a documentary film. directed by Jeffrey Schwarz.
Starring Vito Russo, Larry Kramer, and Lily Tomlin
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 14, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (13 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Automat Pictures
- Making it Big
- HBO Documentary Films
Frequently Asked Questions
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 fir...
Who directed Vito?
Vito was directed by Jeffrey Schwarz.
How long is Vito?
Vito has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was Vito released?
Vito was released on October 14, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Vito?
The main cast of Vito includes Vito Russo, Larry Kramer, Lily Tomlin, Rob Epstein, Bruce Vilanch.