Identity Crisis
Synopsis
A rapper finds himself possessed by the soul of a dead fashion designer; frequently switching personalities.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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MC Van Peebles: Trading Places
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-05-09
Top Cast
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Mario Van Peebles
Chilly D
Rick Aviles
El Toro
Richard Bassett
Security Guard
Clarke Bittner
Stockholder's Spokesman
Dianne Brill
Betty Boobs
Olivia Brown
Domino
Stephen J. Cannell
The Coroner
Kid Creole
Thrift Shop Man
Richard Fancy
Yves Malmaison
Ilan Mitchell-Smith
Sebastian
Melvin Van Peebles
The Inspector
Tab Thacker
I.Q.
Coati Mundi
Mud Club Referee
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 15, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Melvin Van Peebles
- Screenplay & Story
- Mario Van Peebles
- Original Score
- E. Pearson
- Original Title
- Identity Crisis
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Melvin Van Peebles
Mario Van Peebles
E. Pearson
James E. Hinton
Victor Kanefsky, Melvin Van Peebles
Melvin Van Peebles
Department Leadership Roster
Mario Van Peebles
Writer
Melvin Van Peebles
Producer
Victor Kanefsky
Editor
Melvin Van Peebles
Editor
Melvin Van Peebles
Director
James E. Hinton
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Identity Crisis
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What is Identity Crisis about?
A rapper finds himself possessed by the soul of a dead fashion designer; frequently switching personalities.
Who directed Identity Crisis?
Identity Crisis was directed by Melvin Van Peebles.
Who stars in Identity Crisis?
The principal cast of Identity Crisis includes Mario Van Peebles, Rick Aviles, Richard Bassett, Clarke Bittner, Dianne Brill.
When was Identity Crisis released and how long is it?
Identity Crisis was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Identity Crisis?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Identity Crisis was composed by E. Pearson.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Identity Crisis?
Identity Crisis holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).