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Party Monster: The Shockumentary
“The real story that inspired the major motion picture.”
6.2 / 10• 1998• 57m•NR• English
Documentary
Storyline
Tells the story of the rise and fall of Michael Alig, a kid from Middle America who aspired to take the place of Andy Warhol. Michael quickly rose to become the biggest party promoter in New York and King of the so-called Club Kids. But after spiraling into drug addiction, Michael brutally murdered his roommate Angel Melendez.
Cast & Crew
MA
Michael Alig
Himself
Lead
James St. James
Himself
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Randy Barbato's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Party Monster: The Shockumentary is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
