Boom For Real: The Late Teenage Years of Jean-Michel Basquiat explores the early years of renowned artist, Jean-Michel Basquiat. This beautiful and informative documentary by Sara Driver transports its audience to a bohemian, disease stricken New York City and the beyond humble beginnings of one of the most important artists of the 20th century. A poet, a painter, a "maker," Basquiat lived in a time when New York was shifting in terms of its art culture. Personal accounts by friends help build the story and shape the most factual image possible of Basquiat pre-fame. Set to be released today, this is a must-see film for anyone interested in art, the history of New York and the incredible artist Jean-Michel Basquiat.
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Something Wonderful: Rodgers and Hammerstein's Broadway Revolution is nothing short of well, something wonderful. Author Todd S. Purdum presents a well-researched account of the duo that is easily the most iconic Broadway play-writes. As pioneers during the "great age of American Songbooks," Roger and Hammerstien penned some of the most well-known musicals in history, including The Sound of Music, South Pacific and Carousel, which happens to currently be enjoying it's Broadway revival here in NYC. This book celebrates the legacy of these two most legendary powerhouses and provides first hand accounts of the two with quotes from some of the most celebrated actors, actresses and other entertainment big wigs. A must read for anyone who enjoys the theater, this book is informative and a testament to the transformative power that Rodgers and Hammerstein had over the entire musical theater industry.
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