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Kid Cudi's Jean-Michel Basquiat Biopic
Kid Cudi writes, produces, and stars in Basquiat biopic set for 2027.
In brief
Kid Cudi writes, produces, and stars in Basquiat biopic set for 2027. Kid Cudi is writing, producing, and starring in a 2027 Jean-Michel Basquiat biopic. Originally reported by Stereogum.
Kid Cudi Announces Basquiat Biopic
Kid Cudi is writing, producing, and starring in a 2027 Jean-Michel Basquiat biopic.
“JEAN. Written, directed and starring me. Filming 2027”
Cudi's Basquiat Project Details
Cudi did a wardrobe test and got a wig made for the film, which he says will be a love letter to Jean, the 80s and NY city.
“This film will be a love letter to Jean, the 80s and NY city”
Basquiat Film Context
Julian Schnabel previously made a 1996 Basquiat film with David Bowie and Courtney Love.
“Famously, Julian Schnabel made the first film about Basquiat in 1996 and it featured a star-studded cast with David Bowie, Courtney Love, and more icons”
What to remember
Kid Cudi is writing, producing, and starring in a 2027 Jean-Michel Basquiat biopic.
