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.
Directed by: Tamra Davis
Top Billed Cast: Fab 5 Freddy, John Giorno, Kevin Bray
Runtime: 88 minutes
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Jean-Michel Basquiat
Self
Julian Schnabel
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Bruno Bischofberger
Self
Fab 5 Freddy
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Becky Johnston
Self
Michael Holman
Self
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Larry Gagosian
Self
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Tony Shafrazi
Self
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Jeffrey Deitch
Self
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Glenn O'Brien
Self
Maripol
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Kai Eric
Self
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Peter Brant
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Kevin Bray
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Diego Cortez
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John Giorno
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Thurston Moore
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Rene Ricard
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Andy Warhol
Self (archive footage)
