Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child (2010)

  • NR
  • 01/25/2010 (US)
  • Documentary
  • 1h 28m

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.

Tamra Davis

Director

Eric Martin

Writer

Lois Vossen

Writer

Cast

Jean-Michel Basquiat's headshot

Jean-Michel Basquiat

Self
Julian Schnabel's headshot

Julian Schnabel

Self
Bruno Bischofberger's headshot

Bruno Bischofberger

Self
Fab 5 Freddy's headshot

Fab 5 Freddy

Self
Becky Johnston's headshot

Becky Johnston

Self
Michael Holman's headshot

Michael Holman

Self
Larry Gagosian's headshot

Larry Gagosian

Self
Tony Shafrazi's headshot

Tony Shafrazi

Self

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