Vito(2011)
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Vito 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.
Vito (2011) is a documentary film directed by Jeffrey Schwarz, released on October 14, 2011 with a runtime of 1h 33m. It stars Vito Russo, Larry Kramer, Lily Tomlin and Rob Epstein. Viewers rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 15 ratings.
- Director:
- Jeffrey Schwarz
- Producers:
- Jeffrey Schwarz
- Cinematographer:
- David Quantic
- Production:
- Automat Pictures, Making it Big, HBO Documentary Films
- Status:
- Released
Vito (2011) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Vito before you stream it.
Vito Cast & Crew
Main cast
Vito Russo
as Self (archive)
Larry Kramer
as Self
Lily Tomlin
as Self
Rob Epstein
as Self
Bruce Vilanch
as Self
Armistead Maupin
as Self
- Richard Berkowitz
Richard Berkowitz
as Self
- Malcolm Boyd
Malcolm Boyd
as Self
Tommi Avicolli Mecca
as Self
Jenni Olson
as Self
- Richard Barrios
Richard Barrios
as Self
- Joseph Brewer
Joseph Brewer
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Jeffrey Schwarz, produced by Jeffrey Schwarz.
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Vito Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.0/10 from 15 ratings.
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Vito – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Vito online?
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Vito (2011) is available to stream on OVID, and to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Vito?
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The main cast of Vito (2011) includes Vito Russo, Larry Kramer, Lily Tomlin, Rob Epstein and Bruce Vilanch. The film was directed by Jeffrey Schwarz. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Vito released?
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Vito was released on October 14, 2011 and runs for 1h 33m.
Is Vito worth watching?
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Vito (2011) holds an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from 15 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Vito?
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Yes. The official Vito trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.