Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child

Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child

7.3
2010
1h 28m
HD
Documentary

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

B

Bruno Bischofberger

Self

Fab 5 Freddy

Fab 5 Freddy

Self

B

Becky Johnston

Self

Michael Holman

Michael Holman

Self

L

Larry Gagosian

Self

T

Tony Shafrazi

Self

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