Movies and TvShows featuring "art-movement" theme.

Exit Through the Gift Shop is a documentary about Thierry Guetta, a French immigrant living in Los Angeles who becomes obsessed with filming every aspect of his life. Through his cousin, who is a street artist, Thierry meets and eventually becomes friends with some of the biggest names in street art, including Banksy. Thierry decides to become a street artist himself, adopting the moniker Mr. Brainwash. The film explores the world of street art and the blurred line between art and commerce.

From popular revolt to the obsession with the self, even to modern nationalism, Simon Schama explores the enduring and powerful legacy the Romantics have left on our modern world.

Short documentary about artist Keith Haring, detailing his involvement in the New York City graffiti subculture, his opening of the Pop Shop, and the social commentary present in his paintings and drawings.

Bomb the System is a movie about a group of graffiti artists who use their art to fight against social injustices in New York City. The film explores themes of freedom of speech, class differences, and the power of art to create change. As they navigate the urban landscape and face the challenges of being misunderstood and persecuted by the authorities, they discover the true meaning of friendship and the importance of fighting for what they believe in.

Boom for Real: The Late Teenage Years of Jean-Michel Basquiat is a documentary that delves into the life and artistic journey of the renowned artist. Set in the backdrop of New York City in the late 1970s, the film explores Basquiat's coming-of-age as a street artist, his experiences within the subculture of urban painting and graffiti, and his rise to fame in the art world. The documentary also touches upon themes of social commentary, the African-American experience, and the art movement of the time.

A feature-length documentary about graffiti culture as told through the experiences of six well-known graffiti writers and a graffiti buffer.

The Desert of Forbidden Art is a documentary film that explores the hidden art of Uzbekistan, highlighting the struggle against censorship and cultural repression in the Soviet Union. The film focuses on the unknown artists and their artwork, banned and hidden away from public view. It also delves into the man-made environmental disaster caused by the drying up of the Aral Sea and its impact on the region. Through archival footage and interviews, the film showcases the resilience of the Uzbek people and the importance of preserving cultural heritage.

Europe After the Rain is a documentary film that delves into the interwar period of Europe, focusing on the artistic movements, political upheaval, and social tensions that shaped the continent. From the rise of Nazism to the exile of intellectuals and artists, the film explores the impact of World War II and its aftermath on European society. Through interviews, archival footage, and visual art, the documentary offers a comprehensive look at the cultural and historical context of this turbulent era, highlighting the influence of literature, surrealism, Dadaism, and other art movements. With a particular focus on the works of Salvador Dali and other prominent artists, the film examines how the trauma and social transformations of the time gave birth to new artistic expressions and movements. It also delves into the role of psychoanalysis, communist ideologies, and the exploration of the subconscious in shaping the art of the period. Europe After the Rain provides a thought-provoking exploration of the artistic and political landscape of the 1910s to the 1960s.

Painters Painting is a documentary that explores the New York art scene from 1940 to 1970. It features interviews with influential artists and examines various art movements and their impact on the contemporary art world. The film provides a comprehensive look at the vibrant art community that emerged in New York City during this period.

Predictions of Fire is a documentary film that delves into the complex relationship between art, philosophy, and politics in Slovenia, with a particular focus on the controversial art movement known as NSK. Through interviews and historical footage, the film offers a thought-provoking exploration of the intertwining of these elements and their impact on society.

This is an interesting little documentary about the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design, which was apparently one of the global hotbeds of experimental/avant garde art- particularly video art- back in the 70's & 80's. MacGillvary interviews a number of the artists that were formative to the program. Many of whom would go on to become teachers at the school.

Vasya is a captivating documentary that delves into the life and creations of the renowned artist. Through interviews, archival footage, and breathtaking visuals of his art, the film paints a vivid picture of Vasya's journey and creative process. Discover the inspirations behind his art and delve into the intimate moments that shaped his extraordinary career.

The broadcaster and journalist Andrew Marr examines the stories behind some of the most famous works of art ever devised. Why were these pieces created and what makes them, in particular, so eternally fascinating? How much did the lives of the artists, and the society and environment they worked in, influence the paintings? Get ready to see truly iconic images in a whole new light.

This unconventional documentary follows the struggles of five infamous graffiti artists as they make the transition from the street to the world of commercial success. Applying spray paint to some of the unlikeliest of places and materials -- including metallic city rooftops, sandy deserts, smelly sewers and wood-filled forests -- these maverick artists can't help but reveal their true, defiant colors, despite their professional ambitions.

Art et Industrie, founded by the visionary, Rick Kaufman, was the first art movement in the late 1970s to feature unconventional art in furniture form in the United States. The movement involved artists and designers who created unique, oftentimes handmade, and extremely limited edition pieces. Art et Industrie was a transitional moment for art and design in the United States. This documentary strives to encapsulate the bittersweet meaning that Art et Industrie had in the lives of these revolutionary artists who, as they age and juggle their jobs and family needs, continue to pursue the same dreams they had 37 years ago. Art et Industrie attempts to document a vital part of the 80s New York art scene. The Art et Industrie movement was the first of its kind in the United States, and it continues to have a tremendous influence in the global art world.