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.
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Cast

Jean-Michel Basquiat
Self

Julian Schnabel
Self
Bruno Bischofberger
Self

Fab 5 Freddy
Self
Becky Johnston
Self

Michael Holman
Self
Larry Gagosian
Self
Tony Shafrazi
Self
Jeffrey Deitch
Self
Glenn O'Brien
Self

Maripol
Self
Kai Eric
Self