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Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child

A thoughtful portrait of a renowned artist, this documentary shines the spotlight on New York City painter Jean-Michel Basquiat. Featuring extensive interviews conducted by Basquiat's friend, filmmaker Tamra Davis, the production reveals how he dealt with being a black artist in a predominantly white field. The film also explores Basquiat's rise in the art world, which led to a close relationship with Andy Warhol, and looks at how the young painter coped with acclaim, scrutiny and fame.

Top Cast

  • Jean-Michel Basquiat

    Jean-Michel Basquiat

    Self

  • Julian Schnabel

    Julian Schnabel

    Self

  • Bruno Bischofberger

    Bruno Bischofberger

    Self

  • Fab 5 Freddy

    Fab 5 Freddy

    Self

  • Becky Johnston

    Becky Johnston

    Self

  • Michael Holman

    Michael Holman

    Self

  • Larry Gagosian

    Larry Gagosian

    Self

  • Tony Shafrazi

    Tony Shafrazi

    Self

  • Jeffrey Deitch

    Jeffrey Deitch

    Self

Overview

A thoughtful portrait of a renowned artist, this documentary shines the spotlight on New York City painter Jean-Michel Basquiat. Featuring extensive interviews conducted by Basquiat's friend, filmmaker Tamra Davis, the production reveals how he dealt with being a black artist in a predominantly white field. The film also explores Basquiat's rise in the art world, which led to a close relationship with Andy Warhol, and looks at how the young painter coped with acclaim, scrutiny and fame.

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7.3 / 10
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