THE CELLULOID CLOSET
The acclaimed documentary based on Vito Russo's groundbreaking book, The Celluloid Closet explores the hidden subtext of more than 100 years of Hollywood movies - from early silent films to The Maltese Falcon, Spartacus, Rebel Without A Cause, Thelma and Louise, and Philadelphia. A lively cinematic journey through evolving lesbian and gay stereotypes - and queer self-image - including revealing interviews with many of the artists who created them.
"Fascinating...a beautifully and thoughtfully made film that touches on many areas of human sexuality and human expression beyond the obvious...a vital and artful piece of work...Celluloid Closet is a nonfiction film that presses more emotional buttons than many a manipulative melodrama and seems of equal interest to those of every conceivable sexual identity. It's not only about how people see each other and see themselves: it's also about being human and the joy and pain and confusion that strange condition entails."
- Tom Shales, Washington Post
Peabody Award; Emmy Award - Outstanding Individual Achievement in a Craft: Directors; Sundance Freedom of Expression Award; Berlin Film Festival Teddy Award, Best Documentary Film.
