Synopsis:
The story of Vito Russo, founding father of the gay liberation movement, author of “The Celluloid Closet,” and vociferous AIDS activist in the 1980s.
Quick Thoughts:
Vito is a name that is respected in queer activism and in queer cinema. This powerful documentary presents his life in a way that ensures we do not forget everything he’s done for our community. And it’s also captivating to watch! By using archival footage from Vito’s life alongside interviews of those who knew him best, we discover the key parts of his life: a queer activist and a queer film historian. And for those of us who enjoy queer cinema, we get the chance to dig deeper into the man who helped identify our queer cinematic history. Both aspects are what makes “Vito” an important queer documentary to watch!
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