An Englishman in New York
Synopsis
Biographical drama based on the last 20 years of Crisp's life. The literary figure and gay iconoclast emigrated to New York in 1981 and lived there until his death. The film observes Crisp in both his public and private lives, from his seemingly cavalier response to the outbreak of AIDS to his tender relationship with his friend Patrick Angus and his own response to growing old.
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An Englishman In New York
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-12-14
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John Hurt
Quentin Crisp
Denis O'Hare
Phillip Steele
Jonathan Tucker
Patrick Angus
Cynthia Nixon
Penny Arcade
Swoosie Kurtz
Connie Clausen
Jeff Applegate
Journalist
Silver Bramham
Orlando
Twinkle Burke
Audience Member #3
David Douglas
Audience Member #5
Benjamin Eakeley
Young Man
Alex C. Ferrill
Audience Member #1
Amy Gaipa
Audience Member #2
Robert Gomes
Angry Gay Man
Craig muMs Grant
DJ
Stephen Guarino
Demonstrator
Andrew Halliday
Chat Show Host
Blake Hammond
NY Party Host
Peter Simon Hilton
Quentin's London Agent
Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Laxton
- Screenplay & Story
- Brian Fillis
- Original Score
- Paul Englishby
- Original Title
- An Englishman in New York
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- Leopard Drama
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Laxton
Brian Fillis
Paul Englishby
Yaron Orbach
Peter Oliver, William Chetwynd
Sally Haynes, James Burstall, Laura Mackie, Amanda Jenks, Susie Field
Department Leadership Roster
Brian Fillis
Writer
Richard Laxton
Director
Peter Oliver
Editor
William Chetwynd
Editor
Amanda Jenks
Producer
Paul Englishby
Original Music Composer
Yaron Orbach
Director of Photography
Roy Farfel
Stunt Coordinator
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What is An Englishman in New York about?
Biographical drama based on the last 20 years of Crisp's life. The literary figure and gay iconoclast emigrated to New York in 1981 and lived there until his death. The film observes Crisp in both his public and private lives, from his seemingly cavalier response to the outbreak of AIDS to his tender relationship with his friend Patrick Angus and his own response to growing old.
Who directed An Englishman in New York?
An Englishman in New York was directed by Richard Laxton.
Who stars in An Englishman in New York?
The principal cast of An Englishman in New York includes John Hurt, Denis O'Hare, Jonathan Tucker, Cynthia Nixon, Swoosie Kurtz.
When was An Englishman in New York released and how long is it?
An Englishman in New York was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for An Englishman in New York?
The original motion picture soundtrack for An Englishman in New York was composed by Paul Englishby.