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Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child

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2010 · 88 min Documentary
7.3 / 10 · TMDB

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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Year 2010
Country United States of America
Genre Documentary
Director Tamra Davis
Runtime 88 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.3/10 (37 votes)

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Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child is a solid entry rated 7.3/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.

A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.

A 2010 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

— MovieFinder Editorial

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