Andy Warhol (1987)

6.8/10 76 min Documentary

Overview

The first major profile of the American Pop Art cult leader after his death in 1987 covers the whole of his life and work through interviews, clips from his films, and conversations with his family and superstar friends. Andy Warhol, the son of poor Czech immigrants, grew up in the industrial slums of Pittsburgh while dreaming of Hollywood stars. He went on to become a star himself.

Cast

Andy Warhol

Self

Paul Morrissey

Self

Viva

Self

John Giorno

Self

Brigid Berlin

Self

Sylvia Miles

Self

Billy Name

Self

Edie Sedgwick

Self (archive footage)

Ivan Karp

Art Dealer

Marilynn Gelfman Karp

Self

Ondine

Self

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