Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child 2010

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Documentary

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.

Homepage http://www.arthousefilmsonline.com/2009/12/a-conversation-with-jeanmichel.html
Release Date 2010-01-25
Runtime 1h 28m
Director Tamra Davis
Producers Stanley F. Buchthal, Sally Jo Fifer, Jen Kaczor, Lois Vossen, Alexis Spraic, Tamra Davis, Michael Kinomoto
Writers Lois Vossen, Eric Martin