1980 (2022)

Lost for almost four decades, this lovingly restored 32-minute film tells the story of an NYU student revealing his sexuality to his mother and sister - at a time when coming out was the biggest life challenge most gay men thought they would ever face.

Released July 15, 2022 32 min None+

Genres: Drama, Romance, Short

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