In 1957, a large alien robot crashes from orbit near the coast of Rockwell, Maine. After being rescued by a young boy named Hogarth, the Iron Giant follows him back to his house and befriends him. However, a paranoid government agent named Kent Mansley discovers evidence of the Giant and tries to track him down. Hogarth and the Giant seek help from beatnik artist Dean McCoppin and try to evade Mansley. Eventually, they are discovered by the military and attacked, leading to a climax where the Giant sacrifices himself to save the town of Rockwell.
Fantasia is a collection of eight famous pieces of classical music interpreted in animation by Walt Disney's team of artists. It showcases a series of colorful, impressive, and often surrealistic animation sequences that bring the music to life. The movie features stories with narratives, definite pictures, and abstract pieces. From Bach to Mussorgsky, Fantasia takes viewers on a visual journey through different musical styles and themes.
After being shot in 1968, Andy Warhol starts documenting his life and emotions through diaries. This docuseries offers a glimpse into the man behind the iconic persona.
Maureen, a young woman in Paris, works as a personal shopper for a celebrity. She also has a spiritual gift and is trying to communicate with her deceased twin brother. As she carries out her shopping tasks, she starts receiving mysterious text messages and experiencing ghostly visions. Determined to uncover the truth, Maureen embarks on a journey that leads her to a deserted house and confronts her own fears.
Work of Art: The Next Great Artist is a reality TV show that follows a group of artists as they compete in various challenges to showcase their artistic talent. The contestants create unique works of art using different mediums, from painting and photography to performance art and sculpture. Each week, they face critiques from a panel of art experts and a guest judge, with one artist being eliminated until a winner is crowned. The show provides a behind-the-scenes look into the art world and explores different artistic styles and techniques.
Begotten is a surreal and disturbing fantasy horror film that explores ideas of transcendence, self-mutilation, spirituality, and the brutality and violence of existence. It follows a story of a deformed man who is born from the self-insemination of Mother Earth, and the various horrifying and grotesque events that unfold.
After her husband confesses infidelity, a woman embarks on a journey of self-discovery, friendship, and reflection, navigating the challenges of divorce and midlife crisis.
In La Prisonnière, a woman becomes involved with a modern art collector and a photographer, exploring the dynamics of dominance and submission. Set in 1960s France, the movie delves into themes of sadomasochism, surrealism, and desire.
VINCENT, a struggling art-thief and failed artist, stole Malewitsch’s legendary abstract painting the „Black Square”. The sale and handover to a Russian Oligarch and his designated art expert MARTHA is set to take place on a cruise ship. When Vincent and his younger partner NILS realise that their principal accomplice will not show-up to provide the boarding tickets and fake ID’s, they desperately overbear two men in order to sneak their way onto the ship. To their horror they quickly learn that their victims are part of the cruise ship’s entertainment act. Desperate not to blow their cover, Vincent and Nils take on their roles as David Bowie and Elvis Presley doubles with varying degrees of success. Despite his best efforts, Vincent’s talents hardly convince the passengers and it does not take long until various crew members discover their true identities and the value of their loot. A wild goose chase for the “Black Square” breaks loose in the belly of the cruise ship…
In 'Easy Come, Easy Go,' a navy veteran turned treasure hunter sets out on a comedic adventure to find sunken treasure. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles, including a locked chest, underwater photography, and a betrayal.
The Dot and the Line is a romantic short film featuring a dot and a line who fall in love. However, the dot feels insecure because the line is more versatile and flexible. Through personal growth and transformation, the dot learns about self-confidence and ultimately wins the line's heart. This abstract film explores themes of identity, rejection, and unconventional love.
In a post-apocalyptic London, a group of eccentric characters navigate a surreal wasteland filled with mutants and absurd situations. As they try to find meaning and purpose in their bizarre existence, they encounter strange events and encounter the remnants of the past world. Set in a world devastated by nuclear destruction, the film is a satirical commentary on society and human nature.
Johnny O'Clock, a professional gambler, gets entangled in a web of crime, jealousy, and murder when his ex-lover approaches him for help. As he navigates through the dangerous world of gambling, casinos, and deceit, he must unravel a mystery that involves a drive-by-shooting, engraving, dry cleaning, and a roulette wheel.
Cutie and the Boxer is a biographical documentary that follows the lives of Ushio and Noriko Shinohara, an artist couple living in New York City. Ushio is an aspiring artist and a former boxer, while Noriko is his wife and also an artist. The film explores their unconventional relationship and their struggles as they navigate the artistic world.
Early Abstractions is a collection of seven short animated films created by Harry Everett Smith between 1939 and 1956. Each film is between two and six minutes long, and is named according to the chronological order in which it was made. The collection includes Numbers 1–5, 7, and 10, while the missing Numbers 6, 8, and 9 are presumed to have been lost.
Rivers and Tides explores the creative process of renowned artist Andy Goldsworthy as he uses natural materials to create stunning installations in the landscape. The film takes us on a journey through Nova Scotia, Canada, Scotland, and Provence, showcasing Goldsworthy's unique sculptures made from clay, stone, wool, and other organic materials. It delves into his deep connection with nature, capturing the beauty of rivers, tides, rainbows, and the changing seasons. Through intimate interviews and breathtaking cinematography, Rivers and Tides invites us to see the world through the eyes of a visionary artist.
An Art and a Short Film in which the director records his childhood experiences and memories through the mischievous activities of a boy named Mohammad Saadh.
Free Radicals is an abstract short film from 1958 that features avant-garde animation techniques. The film explores the concept of free radicals through the use of direct animation and drawn-on-film techniques. It is accompanied by African music, creating a mesmerizing audiovisual experience.
The Time Being is a mystery movie about a struggling artist who becomes involved with a mysterious art collector commissioning the artist to complete a series of art projects. The artist's relationship with his estranged wife and dying father further complicate his life. As he delves deeper into the art world, he discovers dark secrets that challenge his own perception of art and reality.
In 'What's So Bad About Feeling Good?', a virus outbreak in New York City leads to widespread happiness and euphoria. As the city descends into chaos, a group of individuals must navigate the consequences of the virus and find a way to restore normalcy. With faked pregnancies, mutated toucans, and a quest for an antidote, this comedy explores the idea of happiness gone awry.