Resident Alien (1990) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Resident Alien (1990) — At age 73, writer and melancholy master of the bon mot, Quentin Crisp (1908-1999), became Streaming on Amazon Vid...
Resident Alien (1990) Storyline
At age 73, writer and melancholy master of the bon mot, Quentin Crisp (1908-1999), became an Englishman in New York. Nossiter's camera follows Crisp about the streets of Manhattan, where Crisp seems very much at home, wearing eye shadow, appearing on a makeshift stage, making and repeating wry observations, talking to John Hurt (who played Crisp in the autobiographical TV movie, "The Naked Civil Servant"), and dining with friends. Others who know Crisp comment on him, on his life as an openly gay man with an effeminate manner, and on his place in the history of gays' social struggle. The portrait that emerges is of one wit and of suffering.
Full Cast & Crew
- Quentin Crisp as Self
- Peter Walker as The Bum
- Gilbert Stafford as Man on Street
- Gus Rogerson as Street Performer
- Michaela Murphy as Street Performer
- John Sex as Self
- Felicity Mason as Dinner Hostess / Writer
- Fran Lebowitz as Writer
- Guy Kettelhack as Writer
- John Hurt as Self - Actor
- Richard Seiburth as Professor
- Hunter Madson as Writer
- Sting as Singer
- Michael Musto as Gossip Columnist
- Sally Jessy Raphael as Talk Show Host (archive footage)
Why Watch Resident Alien?
The Vibe: Resident Alien is a eye-opening, informative, and deeply engaging documentary movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1990. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for curious minds eager to learn about real-world events. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with documentary-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Movie Details & Production
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