INDEPENDENT LENS "Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child" chronicles the short but brilliant life of the young artist who revolutionized the New York art scene

Centered on a rare interview that director Tamra Davis shot with her friend and contemporary Jean-Michel Basquiat over 20 years ago, INDEPENDENT LENS "Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child" is the definitive chronicle of the short but brilliant life of the young artist who revolutionized the New York art scene almost overnight. INDEPENDENT LENS "Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Radiant Child" premieres Tuesday, April 12, 2011, 10:00-11:30 p.m. ET.