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Basquiat is a 1996 American biographical drama film directed, written and co-composed by Julian Schnabel in his feature directorial debut. The film is based on the life of American postmodernist/neo expressionist artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. It is the first film about an American painter written and directed by another artist.
- $3 million
- August 9, 1996
- $3.3 million
- John Cale, Julian Schnabel
Aug 9, 1996 · A film by Julian Schnabel that depicts the rise and fall of Basquiat, a New York graffiti artist who became a star and a part of Andy Warhol's circle. The film features Jeffrey Wright, Benicio Del Toro, David Bowie, Gary Oldman and other actors in a drama based on true events.
- (22K)
- Biography, Drama
- Julian Schnabel
- 1996-08-09
Aug 16, 1996 · A poetic and poignant film about the life and art of Jean-Michel Basquiat, a young graffiti artist who became a star in the New York art world and a friend of Andy Warhol. The film explores his struggles with drugs, his mental health, his identity and his legacy, as well as his relationship with his dealer and his girlfriend.
Basquiat is a film directed by Julian Schnabel and starring Jeffrey Wright as Jean-Michel Basquiat, a graffiti artist who rose to fame in the New York art scene of the 1970s and 1980s. The film explores his life, his friendship with Andy Warhol, and his struggles with addiction and fame.
- (612)
- Julian Schnabel
- R
- Jeffrey Wright
IMDb provides a brief plot summary of the biographical film Basquiat, which depicts the life and career of the street artist Jean Michel Basquiat. The film covers his rise to fame, his struggles with drugs and identity, and his tragic death.
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Released August 9th, 1996, 'Basquiat' stars Jeffrey Wright, Michael Wincott, Benicio del Toro, Claire Forlani The movie has a runtime of about 1 hr 48 min, and received a user score of 66 (out...