Martin Scorsese Music Doc ‘Personality Crisis: One Night Only’ Gets Showtime Premiere Date

Co-directed by David Tedeschi, the film examines the life and work of New York Dolls front man David Johansen

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Martin Scorsese and David Tedeschi’s documentary “Personality Crisis: One Night Only” will make its Showtime premiere on April 14 at 8 p.m. ET/PT.

The film revolves around ’70s glam punk singer and New York Dolls frontman David Johansen, whose influence on the New York arts and culture scene has extended across decades. It’s framed around an intimate cabaret performance that took place in January 2020, as Johansen tells stories reflecting the evolution of the city.

Shot by cinematographer (and frequent Scorsese collaborator) Ellen Kuras, the documentary includes new and archival material, including interviews conducted by Johansen’s daughter Leah Hennessey.

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