Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child
Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child

Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child

January 25, 2010 | 88 min

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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Documentary

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Naomi Scott

Jean-Michel Basquiat

Naomi Scott

Bruno Bischofberger

Naomi Scott

Fab 5 Freddy

Naomi Scott

Michael Holman

Naomi Scott

Larry Gagosian

Naomi Scott

Tony Shafrazi

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