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Vito

6.920111h 33mMovieDocumentary

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…

DirectorJeffrey Schwarz
ProducersJeffrey Schwarz·Bryan Singer

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Cast · Directed by Jeffrey Schwarz

Vito Russo
Vito Russo
Self (archive)
Larry Kramer
Larry Kramer
Self
Lily Tomlin
Lily Tomlin
Self
Rob Epstein
Rob Epstein
Self
Bruce Vilanch
Bruce Vilanch
Self
Armistead Maupin
Armistead Maupin
Self
Richard Berkowitz
Richard Berkowitz
Self
Malcolm Boyd
Malcolm Boyd
Self
Tommi Avicolli Mecca
Tommi Avicolli Mecca
Self
Jenni Olson
Jenni Olson
Self
Richard Barrios
Richard Barrios
Self
Joseph Brewer
Joseph Brewer
Self

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Which OTT platform streams Vito?

Vito is streaming on OVID in United States, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Vito on Netflix?

No, Vito is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on OVID.

Is Vito on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Vito isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on OVID instead.

Where can I watch Vito for free?

Vito is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.