At age 72, Quentin Crisp moves to New York City, where he shares his sharp observations and reflects on his life as an openly gay man.
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At age 72, Quentin Crisp moves to New York City, where he shares his sharp observations and reflects on his life as an openly gay man.
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Synopsis
Quentin Crisp strolls through the streets of Manhattan at age 72, embodying his identity as an Englishman in New York. The documentary captures Crisp's interactions with friends and acquaintances, including actor John Hurt, who portrayed him in "The Naked Civil Servant." Crisp shares his sharp observations while reflecting on his life as an openly gay man. Through the perspectives of those around him, the film presents a portrait of humor intertwined with the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community.
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Why Watch
- Meet Quentin Crisp, 'England's stateliest homo'.
- See Crisp's life in a Bowery rooming house.
- Follow Crisp's interactions with John Hurt.
Did You Know
- Resident Alien premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival in 1991.
- Quentin Crisp was 72 years old when he moved to New York.
- The film features appearances by Sting, John Hurt, and Fran Lebowitz.
- The DVD release of the film was on September 27, 2005.
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Who directed the documentary Resident Alien?
Resident Alien was directed, produced, and edited by Jonathan Nossiter.
What year was Resident Alien released?
Resident Alien was released in 1990.
Which notable actor played Quentin Crisp in a TV movie?
John Hurt played Quentin Crisp in the autobiographical TV movie The Naked Civil Servant.
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