
Downtown '81
Downtown '81
Release: 2001-07-13·Runtime: 72m·★ 6.7
DramaComedyMusic
The film is a day in the life of a young artist, Jean-Michel Basquiat, who needs to raise money to reclaim the apartment from which he has been evicted. He wanders the downtown streets carrying a painting he hopes to sell, encountering friends, whose lives (and performances) we peek into.
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
New York Beat Films
Trailers & Videos
Cast
John Lurieas Self
Michael Holmanas Michael
Chris Steinas The Felons band member
Jean-Michel Basquiatas Jean (archive footage)
Coati Mundias Self
Steven Brownas Self - Vocals, Tuxedomoon
Cookie Muelleras 2nd Go-Go Dancer
Kid Creoleas Self - Vocals and Guitar, Kid Creole & The Coconuts
Saul Williamsas Jean's Narration (voice)
Debbie Harryas Fairy Godmother
Eszter Balintas Self
Fab 5 Freddyas Graffiti Artist
Arto Lindsayas Self
Amos Poeas Conversationalist at Mudd Club
Lee Quiñonesas Graffiti Artist
Debi Mazaras Peppermint Lounge Dancer
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