Mama, I Have Something to Tell You (1997)
This autobiographical video, in which the filmmaker reveals his homosexuality to his mother, explores the awkward situation of being ‘out' to friends but closeted to family. Prompted by the deaths of his father and best friend, Salvo returns to his native Venezuela to ‘come out' to his mother. In this intimate dialogue she discusses her preconceptions, fears and love, and he reveals childhood memories, adolescent thoughts and fears, and affirms his present loving relationship.
Director: Calogero Salvo
Runtime: 41 min
Release Date: April 6, 1997
Country: Venezuela
Language: Español
Original Language: es
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Mama, I Have Something to Tell You about?
- This autobiographical video, in which the filmmaker reveals his homosexuality to his mother, explores the awkward situation of being ‘out' to friends but closeted to family. Prompted by the deaths of his father and best friend, Salvo returns to his native Venezuela to ‘come out' to his mother. In this intimate dialogue she discusses her preconceptions, fears and love, and he reveals childhood memories, adolescent thoughts and fears, and affirms his present loving relationship.
- Who directed Mama, I Have Something to Tell You?
- Mama, I Have Something to Tell You was directed by Calogero Salvo.
- How long is Mama, I Have Something to Tell You?
- Mama, I Have Something to Tell You has a runtime of 41m (41 minutes).
- Where was Mama, I Have Something to Tell You produced?
- Mama, I Have Something to Tell You was produced in Venezuela.