The Celluloid Closet
Illustrated by movie clips and on-screen interviews with actors, directors, producers and writers, we take a fascinating look at the way Hollywood has portrayed homosexuals and lesbians over the years. Based on the book by film historian Vito Russo, this takes us from the 1890s right through to the present, with clips from more than a hundred different films. Narrated by Lily Tomlin.
Year: 1995
Genre: Documentaries, Film On Film, Queer Cinema
Country: USA
Director: Jeffrey Friedman, Rob Epstein
Starring: Narrated by, Lily Tomlin
Duration: 100 Minutes
Rating: M
7.8/10
Location in store: Queer Cinema
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