Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child
Synopsis: 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.
Genre: Documentary
Cast: Thurston Moore, Jeffrey Deitch, Fab 5 Freddy
Director: Tamra Davis
Country: United States
Quality: HD
Duration: 88 min
Release: 01/25/2010
IMDb Rating: 7.3/10
