Released:
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.

Director:
Tamra Davis

Runtime:
1h 28min

Genre:
Documentary

• Cast:
• 
  Jean-Michel Basquiat
  as
  Self
• 
  Julian Schnabel
  as
  Self
• 
  Bruno Bischofberger
  as
  Self
• 
  Fab 5 Freddy
  as
  Self
• 
  Becky Johnston
  as
  Self