09 Aug 1996
Basquiat
The brief life of Jean Michel Basquiat, a world renowned New York street artist struggling with fame, drugs and his identity.
Wholetrain
This feature takes a look at the graffiti movement and young people who populate the niche culture. Following four such artists as they shape the graffiti community through both their art and their interactions, the film tells the story of how the foursome's decision to paint an entire train would affect their lives forever.
Top Billed Cast
Mike Adler David
Florian Renner Tino
Elyas M'Barek Elyas
Jacob Matschenz Achim
Alexander Held Polizist Steinbauer
Patrick von Blume Polizist Gruber
David Mayonga Kong
Vincenzo Rosso Müller
Kristina Karst Dina
Karina Fallenstein Tino's Mutter
Friederike Kempter Alexandra
Naomi Knopf Tamara
Ditte Schupp Achim's Mutter
Talin Lopez Indio
Sergej Lubic Roma
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