Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child

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.

Cast

Jean-Michel Basquiat

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Julian Schnabel

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Bruno Bischofberger

Self

Fab 5 Freddy

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Becky Johnston

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Michael Holman

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Larry Gagosian

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Tony Shafrazi

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Jeffrey Deitch

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Glenn O'Brien

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