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Vito (2011): Cast

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Vito is a 2011 documentary directed by Jeffrey Schwarz, starring Vito Russo, Lily Tomlin and Rob Epstein. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes.

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Vito (2011) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 33m (93 min)
Director
Jeffrey Schwarz
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Vito About?

The premise of Vito without spoilers.

After Stonewall, Vito Russo emerged as a vocal gay activist and sharp critic of LGBTQ+ media representation. He authored the groundbreaking book The Celluloid Closet, the first systematic critique of Hollywood’s gay portrayals. In the 1980s AIDS crisis he joined ACT UP, championing justice until his death in 1990.

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Cast & crew

Vito Cast

Vito Russo leads the cast, with Lily Tomlin and Rob Epstein. Directed by Jeffrey Schwarz; 10 actors are credited in all.

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More from Jeffrey Schwarz

More films directed by Jeffrey Schwarz, best-rated first: I Am Divine, Tab Hunter Confidential, The Fabulous Allan Carr and Back from the Afterlife: Making ‘Resident Evil: Retribution’.

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Vito Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Vito.

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Vito Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “維多:電影外的同志” and “Вито”.

Also known as
  • 維多:電影外的同志
  • Вито

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FAQ

Vito FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Vito, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Vito?

Vito runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

When was Vito released?

Vito was released on October 14, 2011.

Who directed Vito?

Vito was directed by Jeffrey Schwarz.

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Who is in the cast of Vito?

Vito stars Vito Russo, Lily Tomlin and Rob Epstein, among 10 credited actors.

Does Vito have a post-credit scene?

No. Vito has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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