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Biographical films are very popular with viewers. They are interested to know how the rulers of countries and commanders, writers and artists, scientists and inventors, singers and dancers lived. Films about people who left a mark on history are not only interesting to watch, but also useful, they broaden one’s horizons, help take a fresh look at the main character, and provide an opportunity to learn as much as possible about him.
This article will focus on films dedicated to great artists. It is not easy to be a genius, many of them were not understood or appreciated during their lifetime. Sometimes it seemed to them that a difficult creative path leads nowhere, but it was not in vain. The names of these great artists are remembered to this day, their work was appreciated. People still admire their paintings, and many are interested to know what the life of their favorite artist was like. Below is a list of films about the creators of the best works of art.
10 Pollock
Film about American artist Jason Pollock. He belongs to those artists who were able to turn people’s views on painting, in particular in abstract art. There were few such artists. The fate of Jason is very tragic, at first his talent was not recognized. But Pollock was lucky, and he became famous. The film also highlights the artist’s relationship with his girlfriend Lee Krasner, who later became his wife. She forgave him a lot, tried to change his life for the better. The scenes of creating paintings and Pollock’s struggle with his inner demons are amazing. His life could have turned out differently if it were not for the bad habits that killed the great artist. The film will be of interest not only to Pollock’s admirers, it will also be interesting for the rest to see how art is born.
9. Edward Munch
Edvard Munch is an expressionist from Norway. The film of the same name describes his development as an artist. The film reveals the theme of his relationship with other people, as well as some events from his life. When Edward was a child, something unimaginable happened in the country. The rich enjoyed life, and the poor did not know how to feed their children. Social inequality was too great. As a child, Munch was seriously ill, which is why there is so much death and fear in his paintings. Nevertheless, the film belongs to pseudo-documentary, so you should not unconditionally believe every fact.
8. Camille Claudel
A film about a brilliant artist and sculptor. Camille is talented, she is looking forward to meeting Rodin. The girl hopes that the talented sculptor will be interested in her work. Camille soon realizes that Rodin is interested in her not only as a teacher. Rodin reciprocates the girl. Although her happiness did not last long, she would have to pay for it in full. Beautiful but sad French cinema is not for everyone. Many viewers note that the film is very difficult to perceive. The life of Cammille Claudel cannot be called easy, but the story of how a great artist broke down under the yoke of love cannot be uninteresting.
7. El Greco
Dominikos Theotokopoulos was forced to leave the island of Crete. He fled lawsuits. In Italy, they began to call him a Greek, and this is how the pseudonym El Greco appeared. Little is known about this artist; after all, he lived in the XNUMXth century. The only thing left is the paintings. True, for a long time no one needed them. Only at the beginning of the XNUMXth century they were appreciated. The basis for the plot of the film was a biographical novel, but it is worth noting that this story is fictional. At the beginning of the film, El Greco is awaiting execution, he is accused of heresy, and at this time he writes the story of his life. The film is philosophical, it has little action, but a lot of beauty, not everyone will like it.
6. Modigliani
Biographical drama about Amedeo Modigliani. This is an artist, few people know about him, but he believes that he will achieve fame. Picasso is a famous artist. A fight begins between men, each believes that he is the best. In addition, the film tells about Amedeo’s love, passionate and tragic. The film does not pretend to be a documentary, many facts are fictional, but the artist’s love story takes the soul. The movie will appeal to everyone who loves melodrama, especially women. A beautiful film about a talented person with an emphasis on love.
5. Monsieur Rene Magritte
A film about an outstanding surrealist artist. His paintings are different from others, they are like puzzles that no one can solve. The filmmakers tried to reveal the inner world of this man, as well as bit by bit, using fragments of childhood memories and interviews, to create the image of Monsieur Rene Magritte. The artist made short films, clippings from these films are present here. The movie is good, but again, not everyone will like it. It cannot be called easy, Magritte’s cuts of interviews and films confuse the viewer. True connoisseurs of art will be interested in this work.
4. Frida
This film is called the most successful among films about artists. The plot is based on the story of a talented artist and a breathtaking woman, Frida Kahlo. A beautiful and vibrant picture, although it may seem rather depressing at first. The fate of Frida prepared many trials for her. Even at a young age, she had an accident, after which she had to pick herself up piece by piece. At this time, Frida began to draw, she needed to give vent to the accumulated emotions. She was able to step over pain and suffering, she even became a famous artist, thanks to her fortitude and masculinity. An amazing film about the fate of a legendary woman.
3. Basquiat
Film about African-American street artist Jean Michel Basquiat. He lived in New York, his house was replaced by a cardboard box. Basquiat painted graffiti and dreamed of becoming famous. When he met fellow artist Andy Warhol, his dream came true. He was offered a job, he became famous, he was invited to bohemian parties. But the artist did not become happier, he could not cope with the fame that fell upon him, he became addicted to cocaine. Basquiat dreamed of fame, she killed him. The film received mixed reviews, it seems boring to some, it makes a strong impression on someone, but people who are interested in contemporary art should definitely watch it.
2. Mystery Picasso
Documentary about Pablo Picasso. During his viewing, the viewer will not learn anything about his biography, about relationships with others. But he will witness the creation of masterpieces. The film shows how the famous artist creates original works and then destroys them. The viewer seems to be watching the work of Picasso. In the process of work, it becomes clear what the artist dreams of, what he aspires to. It is unlikely that the picture will be appreciated by those who are not fond of the work of this artist.
1. True Leonardo
The film is based on the diaries of the great artist. This is not the only film, there are more than enough films about Leonardo, but the creators of “The True Leonardo” were able to convey the drama, complexity and inconsistency of the artist’s character. The viewer receives the most reliable information, there are no other people’s conjectures in the film, only the words of Leonardo are here. The viewer will get to know Da Vinci better, learn amazing facts from his life. This man was not only a talented artist, but also a writer, inventor, and architect. The film will be of interest to all admirers of his work.