Chelsea Hotel (1981)

This TV documentary shows some of the colourful residents of and people connected with the New York Chelsea Hotel. Some highlights include Andy Warhol and William Burroughs having dinner; Quentin Crisp pontificating in a blue rinse hairdo on his balcony and Nico forgetting what she is talking about halfway through a dour rendition of "Chelsea Girls". A number of lesser-known characters also appear, linked together by a tour guide walking around the building and some sub-Shining sequences of a child cycling round the landings on a rickety tricycle.

Director: Nigel Finch
Genre: TV Movie, Documentary
Runtime: 55 min
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Production: Illuminations Films, BBC
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

new york city, chelsea hotel

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chelsea Hotel about?
This TV documentary shows some of the colourful residents of and people connected with the New York Chelsea Hotel. Some highlights include Andy Warhol and William Burroughs having dinner; Quentin Crisp pontificating in a blue rinse hairdo on his balcony and Nico forgetting what she is talking about halfway through a dour rendition of "Chelsea Girls". A number of lesser-known characters also appear, linked together by a tour guide walking around the building and some sub-Shining sequences of a child cycling round the landings on a rickety tricycle.
Who directed Chelsea Hotel?
Chelsea Hotel was directed by Nigel Finch.
Who stars in Chelsea Hotel?
Chelsea Hotel stars Joe Bidewell, Jobriath Boone, William S. Burroughs, Quentin Crisp, Nico, Viva.
How long is Chelsea Hotel?
Chelsea Hotel has a runtime of 55m (55 minutes).
What genre is Chelsea Hotel?
Chelsea Hotel is a TV Movie, Documentary film.
Where was Chelsea Hotel produced?
Chelsea Hotel was produced in United Kingdom.