Movie · Drama · Biography

In Julian Schnabel's BASQUIAT, the life and art of Jean-Michel Basquiat—one of the most celebrated artists of the 20th century—is brought to vivid and poignant life. The film traces Basquiat's rise from graffiti artist to art-world darling and the meteoric success that ultimately led to his tragic downfall. Featuring a remarkable lead performance by Jeffrey Wright and a supporting cast including David Bowie, Gary Oldman, and Dennis Hopper, BASQUIAT is an evocative and deeply personal portrait of an artist who challenged the conventions of the art world and left an indelible mark on modern culture. With stunning cinematography and an unforgettable soundtrack, BASQUIAT is a must-see film for art lovers and cinephiles alike.

1996 · 1h 48m
Director Julian Schnabel

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In Julian Schnabel's BASQUIAT, the life and art of Jean-Michel Basquiat—one of the most celebrated artists of the 20th century—is brought to vivid and poignant life. The film traces Basquiat's rise from graffiti artist to art-world darling and the meteoric success that ultimately led to his tragic downfall. Featuring a remarkable lead performance by Jeffrey Wright and a supporting cast including David Bowie, Gary Oldman, and Dennis Hopper, BASQUIAT is an evocative and deeply personal portrait of an artist who challenged the conventions of the art world and left an indelible mark on modern culture. With stunning cinematography and an unforgettable soundtrack, BASQUIAT is a must-see film for art lovers and cinephiles alike.

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Average 7
Reviews 30
Fresh 20
Rotten 10

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Studio
The Criterion Collection
Released
1996
Run Time
1 hr 48 min
Rated
R
Content Advisories
Language, Violence, Sexual Content
Region of Origin
United States
© 1996 11th Street Productions. All rights reserved.

Languages

Original Audio
English, Spanish
Audio

English (United States) (⁨Dolby 5.1⁩, AAC)

Subtitles

English (United States) (CC)

Accessibility

Closed captions (CC) refer to subtitles in the available language with the addition of relevant non-dialogue information.