Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child

The story

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.

Cast & crew

Jean-Michel BasquiatSelf

Julian SchnabelSelf

Bruno Bischofberger

Bruno BischofbergerSelf

Fab 5 FreddySelf

Becky Johnston

Becky JohnstonSelf

Michael HolmanSelf

Larry Gagosian

Larry GagosianSelf

Tony Shafrazi

Tony ShafraziSelf

Jeffrey Deitch

Jeffrey DeitchSelf

Glenn O'Brien

Glenn O'BrienSelf

MaripolSelf

Kai Eric

Kai EricSelf