Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child

United States of America

• 2010-01-25(US)
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  Documentary
• ▪ 1h-28m

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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.

• Tamra DavisDirector

  Alexis SpraicProducer

  Eric MartinWriter

  Jen KaczorProducer

  Michael KinomotoAssociate Producer

  Sally Jo FiferExecutive Producer