Movies and TvShows featuring "art-critic" theme.

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.

Alejandro is an aspiring toy designer from El Salvador, struggling to bring his unusual ideas to life in New York City. As time on his work visa runs out, a job assisting an erratic art-world outcast becomes his only hope to stay in the country and realize his dream.

In the glamorous yet cutthroat world of the Los Angeles art scene, a supernatural force starts killing people involved in the exploitation of art. As an art critic, an artist, and an art dealer cross paths, they must confront their own greed and dark desires to survive.

History of the World: Part I is a comedic anthology film that spoofs different periods in history, including prehistory, the Roman Empire, the French Revolution, and more. It features an ensemble cast and uses absurd comedy to provide humorous takes on historical events.

Flower & Snake II is a drama film that follows a woman who becomes a sex slave for a secret society. She undergoes various forms of humiliation and explores her own desires and fantasies. As she delves deeper into this world, she begins to question her own identity and desires.

Still living at home with his avant-garde actress mother, constantly rejected by art schools, and without a lover, aspiring painter Andrew decides to enter a contest in hopes of winning a six month stay in Kenya. Though things aren't great for Andrew, neither are they wonderful for his lesbian friend Lucy who constantly bickers with her lover Ingrid. Lucy complicates Andrew's life when she introduces him to the suspicious-looking, enigmatic Jerry.

The Burnt Orange Heresy is a crime drama movie set in Milan, Italy. It follows the story of an art critic and an ambitious art dealer who become entangled in a dangerous game of deception and greed. They are presented with an opportunity to steal a rare painting from a reclusive artist, leading to unexpected twists and turns. As the stakes rise, the characters must confront their own desires and flaws to survive.

Life In Squares is a TV mini-series that chronicles the lives of a group of artists and writers, primarily focusing on sisters Vanessa Bell and Virginia Woolf, and their relationships with other artists and intellectuals in London during the early 20th century. The series explores themes of love, friendship, artistic expression, and the challenges faced by women in a male-dominated society. It also delves into the complexities of sexuality and the exploration of LGBTQ+ relationships. The story is based on true events and provides a glimpse into the bohemian and intellectual circles of the time.

The Sunlit Night follows young painter Frances as she travels to Norway to work on an art project in a remote village. Along the way, she navigates her own personal journey of self-discovery, finding inspiration and new perspectives amidst the stunning landscapes of Lofoten. Through her interactions with the locals and fellow artists, Frances learns about love, loss, and the power of embracing one's true artistic self.

Marion and Mingus live a peaceful life in New York until Marion's family from Paris visit, leading to a series of comedic and dramatic events.

Dr. Terror's House of Horrors is a horror anthology film that follows five men who, while traveling on a train, come across a mysterious fortune teller named Dr. Terror. Each man has their tarot cards read by Dr. Terror, who predicts the horrific fate that awaits them. The stories in the film include a werewolf, a vampire, a killer plant, a voodoo curse, and a disembodied hand. As the men face their terrifying destinies, they must confront their deepest fears and fight for their lives.

In House of Wax, a sculptor uses wax figures to cover up his murders and seeks revenge on those who wronged him. Set in a wax museum, the film is a proto-slasher that combines elements of horror and crime genres.

Julian Jons is a talented but troubled young artist. He has just been released from an asylum, where he has spent the last seven years for the murder of Anna, his girlfriend/model. Attempting to start painting again, he is pursued by journalist Jennifer Cole, who is intrigued by this complex, brooding man. Against the backdrop of the modern art world, she begins to dig into the past, fully aware that it holds painful memories for Julian, and perhaps danger for herself.

The Sin of Madelon Claudet is a melodrama about a woman who turns to prostitution to support her son after being wrongfully convicted of theft. With the help of a friend, she escapes the life of prostitution and becomes a successful photographer. However, her past catches up with her and she is forced to make a choice that will test her integrity and lead to a tragic ending.

Ways of Seeing is a thought-provoking documentary series that delves into the world of art, providing insightful analysis and interpretations. With a male narrator and enlightening visuals, it explores various aspects of art history, painting, photography, and art galleries, inviting a response from audiences.

When an art history professor and a dog walker meet by chance, they begin a relationship that is put to the test when a public scandal threatens to tear them apart.

A Minion artist finds himself cast aside when the art world's attention shifts to the next big thing. Determined to regain the spotlight, he embarks on a series of increasingly outlandish and chaotic attempts to prove his artistic worth. In the process, he accidentally stumbles upon an entirely unexpected career path. A playful exploration of creativity, reinvention, and the Minions' signature brand of accidental brilliance.

In Death of a Cyclist, a university professor and a wealthy socialite engage in an illicit relationship. When they accidentally hit a cyclist with their car, they leave the scene and the cyclist dies. To cover up their involvement, they face moral dilemmas, fear, and anxiety. Their relationship is exposed, and they must confront their own cowardice. The film explores themes of class differences, love, symbolism, and the consequences of their actions.

The Memory Book follows the story of a woman who discovers an old photo album filled with memories of her past relationship. As she flips through the pages, she is transported back in time to her younger self and the love she once shared. With the help of memory triggers and the support of her aunt, she embarks on a journey to reconnect with her lost love and find closure. Along the way, she encounters various obstacles and experiences, such as visiting an Italian restaurant, going camping and canoeing, attending a photo exhibit, sharing a kiss, and preparing for a wedding engagement. Through it all, she learns the power of love and the importance of treasuring precious memories.

Andres Serrano (born August 15, 1950 in New York City) is an American photographer and artist who has become notorious through his photos of corpses and his use of feces and bodily fluids in his work, notably his controversial work "Piss Christ", a red-tinged photograph of a crucifix submerged in a glass container of what was purported to be the artist's own urine. This documentary explores the work and soul of this acclaimed artist & how he creates his haunting and explicit images. It takes us deep into Amsterdam and reveals the backdrops Serrano uses for what is one of his most confronting and moving collection based on all aspects of sex.