Arthur J. Bressan, Jr.

Also Known As: Arthur Bressan, Arthur Bressen Jr., Michael Lawrence, A.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.

Department: Directing

Place of Birth: New York City, New York, USA

Birthday: May 27, 1943

Deathday: July 29, 1987

Adult: No

Gender: Male

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Known For:

Forbidden Letters
A Family Affair
Abuse
Passing Strangers