Bernard Braden interviews Quentin Crisp (1968)

Filmed the year 'The Naked Civil Servant' was first published, and before he had become a household name, this very rare footage of Quentin Crisp was filmed as part of a series of interviews by Bernard Braden which were never broadcast.

In these rushes, an unusually restrained Crisp reveals his renowned wit and unconventional opinions when asked some imaginative questions about whether homosexuals would make good world leaders and whether gay men write better parts for actresses than straight men. He also talks about the misogyny inherent in British culture, comparing it with homophobia. (Alex Davidson)

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[SENAFOREVER]

What a great man. Such an inspiration.

[stillavril]

Such a courageous man, an inspiration.

[4evaTH]

Can Someone please explain to me what he means when he talks about America being right to fear a matriarchal society please because I don't get it. Thanks

[Adler36]

@tobyruncorn2 True!

[ugottaluvutube]

brilliance. would've loved to meet him.

[tobyruncorn2]

I have never seen him laugh. Nearly smile.

[Caspar33]

I agree - an inspiration. Demonstrates the value of thinking for yourself when one finds oneself on the OUTSIDE of normal society. I was on the team for Thames that made The Naked Civil Servant only spoke with him once and now the world is in such a shambles I'd urge anyone to work harder on being outside rather than in. He did it with such style. Thanks for unearthing it and posting. A gem.

[soupayam]

An inspiration.

[seonidh]

@2020Bookworm Im pretty sure straight people (as well as gay people) like those things, american idol for instance and junk tv isnt the cause of homophobia in society fear and mistrust are though.

[2020Bookworm]

In the gay bars,most of the males wear boring jeans and tshirts,and that's the truth.

[2020Bookworm]

"Come om in,the place is a mess,you'll love it."Good one.