Plot
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
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
Jeffrey Deitch
as Self
Glenn O'Brien
as Self
Gallery