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Downtown 81 2001

Set in the dynamic downtown New York City of the early 1980s, this film follows a young Jean-Michel Basquiat as he navigates the city’s burgeoning art and music scene. The story explores his journey as a rising artist and musician, showcasing the raw energy and creative fervor of the era. It's a poignant look at Basquiat’s personal and artistic awakening during a momentous time in New York’s cultural history.

Set in the dynamic downtown New York City of the early 1980s, this film follows a young Jean-Michel Basquiat as he navigates the city’s burgeoning art and music scene. The story explores his journey as a rising artist and musician, showcasing the raw energy and creative fervor of the era. It's a poignant look at Basquiat’s personal and artistic awakening during a momentous time in New York’s cultural history.

Does Downtown 81 have end credit scenes?

No!

Downtown 81 does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Ratings and Reviews for Downtown 81

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Metacritic

54

Metascore

3.9

User Score

Rotten Tomatoes
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79%

TOMATOMETER

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74%

User Score

TMDB

67

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Downtown 81 Other Names and Titles

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