American Splendor is a biographical film that tells the story of comic book writer Harvey Pekar, focusing on his life and struggles as a file clerk in a VA hospital. The film explores Pekar's neurotic personality, his passion for underground comics, and his unlikely rise to cult-figure status. It also delves into his relationships, including his tumultuous marriage with Joyce Brabner, and his collaborations with comic book artist Robert Crumb. The film blends reality and fiction, as Pekar's life is portrayed both onscreen and in comic book form.
This documentary explores the life and work of Robert Crumb, a prominent underground comic cartoonist known for his controversial and satirical art. The film delves into Crumb's dysfunctional family background, his struggles with mental illness, and his artistic contributions to the counterculture movement of the 1970s.
West Coast Pop Art : From the 40's to the 21st Century. Hot Rods, Pin-ups, Movies, Music, Flame Jobs, Posters, TV, Comics, Cowboys, Monsters, Tikis and Cartoons. All these things are influences on the Artists creating the work sometimes referred to as Lowbrow. Visceral beautifully realistic artwork tapping into the vein of media culture that surrounds us daily. Edgy, energetic and entertaining, this dynamic West Coast movement is changing the way we appreciate art and making it accessible and enjoyable to everyone.
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