Arthur J. Bressan, Jr.
One of the pioneers of independent gay cinema in the 1970s and '80s, Arthur J. Bressan, Jr. is best known for his 1985 drama, "Buddies" (the first dramatic feature film about AIDS). Working across multiple genres including documentary, narrative, adult and short form filmmaking, Bressan's boldness and artistry as a writer–director earned him both acclaim and controversy over the course of his decade-long filmmaking career.
Abuse
as Street IntervieweeBrutally abused by his parents, teenage Thomas finds comfort in associating with a film director...
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Passing Strangers
as ProjectionistA closeted gay teenager finds love, community, and a political awakening when he decides to...
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Two Films by Arthur J. Bressan, Jr.
as uncreditedIn Passing Strangers, a closeted gay teenager (Robert Adams) finds love, community and a...
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Forbidden Letters
as End Credits Narrator (voice)Unable to clear his head through casual sex, Larry reads through his letters to Richard, his...
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