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Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child

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.

Credits

Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child Cast

Name Character
Kevin Bray as Himself
Thurston Moore He was 51, now 65 years old as Himself
Julian Schnabel He was 58, now 72 years old as Himself
Andy Warhol He was 81, 58 years old when he died as Himself (archive footage)
Jean-Michel Basquiat He was 49, 27 years old when he died as Himself
Becky Johnston She was 55, now 69 years old as Herself
John Giorno He was 74, 83 years old when he died as Himself
Michael Holman as Himself
Fab 5 Freddy as Himself
Peter Brant as Himself

Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child Crew

Name Department
Michael Diamond as Music. He was 44 (now 58) years old Sound
Alexis Spraic as Producer. Production
Stanley F. Buchthal as Producer. Production
Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child poster
Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child (14 years)

  • Release day: Monday, January 25, 2010
  • Runtime: 88 minutes