DVD
The celluloid closet
Record details
- Physical Description: 1 videodisc (DVD) (102 min.) : sound, color + 1 booklet.
- Edition: Special edition.
- Publisher: Canada : Malofilm Video, [1995]
- Copyright: ℗1995
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Based on the book by Vito Russo. Special features: Commentary with filmmakers Robert Epstein and Jerry Friedman, Lily Tomlin, producer Howard Rosenman, editor Arnold Glassman and author Vito Russo -- production notes -- collection of outtakes -- full screen presentation. Originally produced for television broadcast in 1996. Hi-fi Dolby surround stereo. |
| Creation/Production Credits Note: | Director of photography, Nancy Schreiber ; editors, Jeffrey Friedman, Arnold Glassman ; story, Rob Epstein, Jeffrey Friedman, Sharon Wood ; narration writer, Armistead Maupin ; music, Carter Burwell ; vocal performance, k.d. lang ; co-producer, Michael Lumpkin ; producer/directors, Rob Epstein, Jeffrey Friedman. |
| Participant or Performer Note: | Narrator, Lily Tomlin. |
| Target Audience Note: | Rated R. |
| Language Note: | Closed-captioned for the hearing impaired. Languages: English ; subtitles: English. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Documentary television programs Homosexuality in motion pictures |
Available copies
- 0 of 1 copy available at Monroe County Libraries.
Holds
- 1 current hold with 1 total copy.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hughes Library | DVD 791.43 CEL (Text) | 32378002538595 | Adult DVD | On Holds Shelf | - |
Summary:
Assembles footage from over 120 films showing the changing face of cinema sexuality from cruel stereotypes to covert love to the activist triumphs of the 1990s. Many actors, writers and commentators provide funny and insightful anecdotes regarding the history of the role of gay men and lesbians on the silver screen.
