The Face of AIDS
Synopsis
Therese Frare's photograph of the AIDS activist David Kirby on his deathbed incited international controversy when it was used in a United Colors of Benetton advertisement in 1992. This short documentary, commissioned by TIME Magazine for their series 100 Photos about the most influential photographs of all time, features photographer Therese Frare, former Benetton Creative Director Oliviero Toscani, and the artists and AIDS activists Tom Kalin and Marlene McCarthy.
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 21, 2016
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Matt Wolf
- Original Title
- The Face of AIDS
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 11m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Matt Wolf
Matt Wolf
Kira Pollack, Paul Moakley
Department Leadership Roster
Matt Wolf
Director
Paul Moakley
Producer
Matt Wolf
Editor
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What is The Face of AIDS about?
Therese Frare's photograph of the AIDS activist David Kirby on his deathbed incited international controversy when it was used in a United Colors of Benetton advertisement in 1992. This short documentary, commissioned by TIME Magazine for their series 100 Photos about the most influential photographs of all time, features photographer Therese Frare, former Benetton Creative Director Oliviero Toscani, and the artists and AIDS activists Tom Kalin and Marlene McCarthy.
Who directed The Face of AIDS?
The Face of AIDS was directed by Matt Wolf.
Who stars in The Face of AIDS?
The principal cast of The Face of AIDS includes Not specified.
When was The Face of AIDS released and how long is it?
The Face of AIDS was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 11m.