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Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child (2010)

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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Top billed cast

  • Photo of Jean-Michel BasquiatJean-Michel BasquiatSelf
  • Photo of Julian SchnabelJulian SchnabelSelf
  • Photo of Bruno BischofbergerBruno BischofbergerSelf
  • Photo of Fab 5 FreddyFab 5 FreddySelf
  • Photo of Becky JohnstonBecky JohnstonSelf
  • Photo of Michael HolmanMichael HolmanSelf
  • Photo of Larry GagosianLarry GagosianSelf
  • Photo of Tony ShafraziTony ShafraziSelf
  • Photo of Jeffrey DeitchJeffrey DeitchSelf
  • Photo of Glenn O'BrienGlenn O'BrienSelf

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