Based on the autobiography of Quentin Crisp, 'The Naked Civil Servant' portrays his struggles and triumphs as a gay man in 1930s and 1940s London, navigating through homophobia and discrimination while becoming a well-known figure in the LGBTQ+ community.

An Englishman in New York follows the life of British writer and gay icon Quentin Crisp as he moves to New York City in the 1980s. Crisp, known for his witticism and flamboyant personality, faces challenges and triumphs in the lively gay scene of Manhattan. Focusing on his nonconformity and unique perspective as an octogenarian, the film explores his relationships, experiences, and the impact he has as an icon in the LGBT community.