Movie

Downtown '81

★ 6.7(31)20011h 12m

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Good to know

Director: Edo Bertoglio
Release date: 2001-07-13
Runtime: 1h 12m
Language: Japanese
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: New York Beat Films

Downtown '81 — trailer

About Downtown '81

Downtown '81 is a 2001 movie in the Drama, Comedy and Music genres, directed by Edo Bertoglio, starring Jean-Michel Basquiat, Saul Williams and Anna Shroeder. It has a runtime of 1 hour 12 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 31 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Downtown '81 in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Jean-Michel Basquiat

Jean (archive footage)

Saul Williams

Jean's Narration (voice)

Anna Shroeder

Beatrice

Debbie Harry

Fairy Godmother

Giorgio Giomelsky

Landlord

Coati Mundi

Self

Debi Mazar

Peppermint Lounge Dancer

George Quinones

Graffiti Artist

Walter Steding

Self

Steven Brown

Self - Vocals, Tuxedomoon

Eszter Balint

Self

Kid Creole

Self - Vocals and Guitar, Kid Creole & The Coconuts

Themes & keywords

new york cityartistartanarchic comedy

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Downtown '81 in Mexico?+

Downtown '81 is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Downtown '81 on Netflix?+

Downtown '81 is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Downtown '81?+

Downtown '81 has a runtime of 1 hour 12 minutes (72 minutes).

Who stars in Downtown '81?+

Downtown '81 stars Jean-Michel Basquiat, Saul Williams, Anna Shroeder, Debbie Harry and Giorgio Giomelsky.

When did Downtown '81 come out?+

Downtown '81 is a 2001 movie directed by Edo Bertoglio.

What genre is Downtown '81?+

Downtown '81 is Drama, Comedy and Music film.

Who directed Downtown '81?+

Downtown '81 was directed by Edo Bertoglio.