From its imdb page, The Celluloid Closet: A comprehensive documentary of the history of gays and lesbians in cinema, from negative to positive reflections of gay characters and the troubles of actors and actresses.
I first saw this movie last year sometime and found it to be not only a poignant and engaging film, but also a telling reflection of the world in which we live. Just as I see no shame in being openly gay myself, it floors me that Hollywood STILL stigmatizes gay and lesbian actors. Of course, much of it speaks to the reason so many people think it’s okay to deny us homosexuals civil rights: they think that because they can’t see it, it must not be an actual difference. Homosexuality occurs despite race, religion, culture, ethnicity, spirituality, nation of origin, etc. Though for many of us it’s a quite visible phenomenon, it remains a minority trait that can be, if desired, hidden.
What I love most about this movie is that it brings to life things that many are afraid to discuss or think about, and more than making a point, it shows a side of our humanity that many find convenient to ignore.
