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Arthur J. Bressan, Jr.

Directing
Known For

44 Years Old

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.

Born

New York City, New York, USA on 27th May 1943

Died

29th July 1987

All Credits

Abuse Image
Abuse
Street Interviewee
Passing Strangers Image
Passing Strangers
Projectionist
A Family Affair Image
A Family Affair
Forbidden Letters Image
Forbidden Letters
End Credits Narrator (voice)