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Basquiat

Basquiat

In 1981, a nineteen-year-old unknown graffiti writer took the New York art world by storm. The rest is art history.

The brief life of Jean Michel Basquiat, a world renowned New York street artist struggling with fame, drugs and his identity.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Basquiat
  • Genres: Drama, History
  • Release Date: 1996-08-09
  • Runtime: 107 minutes
  • Rating: 6.6/10 (295 votes)
  • Budget: $3,300,000
  • Revenue: $3,022,292
  • Production Companies: Eleventh Street Production, Jon Kilik Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.9032
  • Languages: English, Spanish

Cast & Crew

Jeffrey Wright

Jeffrey Wright

as Jean Michel Basquiat

Michael Wincott

Michael Wincott

as Rene Ricard

Benicio del Toro

Benicio del Toro

as Benny Dalmau

Claire Forlani

Claire Forlani

as Gina Cardinale

David Bowie

David Bowie

as Andy Warhol

Dennis Hopper

Dennis Hopper

as Bruno Bischofberger

Gary Oldman

Gary Oldman

as Albert Milo

Christopher Walken

Christopher Walken

as The Interviewer

Willem Dafoe

Willem Dafoe

as The Electrician

Jean-Claude La Marre

Jean-Claude La Marre

as Shenge

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Black and White Version - Official Trailer

Trailer

External Links

Keywords

new york cityfriendshipnew lovehomeless persondrug abusevernissagedrug addictionoverdoseartistgraffitistreet artexhibitbiographystreet artistdrugscelebrationprice of fameeccentric artist1980sart documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Basquiat?

Basquiat is a Drama, History movie directed by . It was released on 1996-08-09.

Who are the main actors in Basquiat?

The main cast includes Jeffrey Wright, Michael Wincott, Benicio del Toro, Claire Forlani, David Bowie, .

Where can I watch Basquiat online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Basquiat is available.

Is Basquiat based on a true story?

In 1981, a nineteen-year-old unknown graffiti writer took the New York art world by storm. The rest is art history.

What is the IMDb rating of Basquiat?

Basquiat has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 295 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Basquiat?

The movie had a production budget of $3,300,000 and earned $3,022,292 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Basquiat?

The soundtrack was composed by Eleventh Street Production, Jon Kilik Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Basquiat filmed?

Basquiat was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Basquiat?

The total runtime of Basquiat is 107 minutes.

Is Basquiat suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Basquiat?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Basquiat.

Does Basquiat have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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