A day in the life of young artist Jean Michel Basquiat unfolds as he tries to raise money to reclaim his apartment from eviction. He carries a painting to sell, encountering friends and their performances, before finally selling it to a wealthy admirer.
Downtown 81
A struggling artist, just released from the hospital, sets out to showcase his art and find a new place to call home amidst the bustling streets of Manhattan.
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