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.
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- Released
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- Oscilloscope
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Jean-Michel Basquiat as Self
Julian Schnabel as Self
Bruno Bischofberger as Self
Fab 5 Freddy as Self
Becky Johnston as Self
Michael Holman as Self
Larry Gagosian as Self
Tony Shafrazi as Self
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Tamra Davis · Director
Lois Vossen · Writer
Eric Martin · Writer
Jen Kaczor · Producer
Stanley F. Buchthal · Producer
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