Arthur J. Bressan, Jr.
Biography
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.
Known For & Full Filmography3 Titles
Movie - 1983, 2h 15m • as Street Interviewee
Brutally abused by his parents, teenage Thomas finds comfort in associating with a film director who is making a documentary about physical child abuse. The two fall in love, and the elder is faced with the decision of either running away with Thomas or focusing on his career and thereby letting the boy possibly be beaten to death.
Movie - 1979, 2h 15m • as End Credits Narrator (voice)
Unable to clear his head through casual sex, Larry reads through his letters to Richard, his older lover set to be released from prison.
Movie - 1974, 2h 15m • as Projectionist
A closeted gay teenager finds love, community, and a political awakening when he decides to answer an older, jaded man's personal ad.