Release Date: 2010-01-25
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.
Rating: 7.3 / 10
Jean-Michel Basquiat
as Self
Julian Schnabel
as Self
Bruno Bischofberger
as Self
Fab 5 Freddy
as Self
Becky Johnston
as Self
Tamra Davis - Director
Lois Vossen - Writer
Eric Martin - Writer
Stanley F. Buchthal - Producer
Tamra Davis - Producer
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