
Feature film — 2011
Vito (2011)
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.
The note
Stay for the details.
A high-signal pick with 15 votes.
Automat Pictures / Making it Big / HBO Documentary Films
Community reviews
What viewers are saying
Sign in to leave a review for everyone to see. Reviews are tied to your account so the community can trust what's shared.
Loading reviews…
Director: Jeffrey Schwarz
On screen
Cast & crew

Vito Russo
Self (archive footage)

Larry Kramer
Self

Lily Tomlin
Self

Rob Epstein
Self

Bruce Vilanch
Self

Armistead Maupin
Self
Richard Berkowitz
Self
Malcolm Boyd
Self

Tommi Avicolli Mecca
Self

Jenni Olson
Self
Richard Barrios
Self
Joseph Brewer
Self
Similar titles










