'The Celluloid Closet' proves gay themes have always existed in film

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In this scene from the final episode of "50 Documentaries to See Before You Die," directors Rob Epstein and Jeffrey Friedman discuss why making their 1996 film "The Celluloid Closet" was important. At No. 7 on the list, "The Celluloid Closet" combines footage from dozens of classic films and celebrity interviews to explore how LGBT characters have been portrayed and treated in film throughout history.

Renowned documentarian Morgan Spurlock hosts "50 Documentaries To See Before You Die," a celebration of the most remarkable and moving documentaries released in the past 25 years. It examines how the documentary feature has evolved into an increasingly popular genre, becoming a major box office draw and impacting contemporary American culture in ways never seen before.

"50 Documentaries To See Before You Die" airs Tuesdays at 9/8c throughout August on Current TV.

For more, go to http://current.com/docs.
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