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Abstract Artists in Their Own Words

Documentary which tells the story of abstract art in Britain through the words of some of its leading lights and documents the often-uncertain public response to abstract art.

Documentary which unlocks the 麻豆官网首页入口 archives to tell the story of abstract art in Britain through the words of some of its leading lights.

From Barbara Hepworth's abstract geometric forms and Bridget Riley's op art imagery to Anthony Caro's bold new ideas about sculpture, the film reveals the remarkable and varied ways in which British artists explored the idea of abstraction in the 20th century.

As well as offering insights into the ideas and working practices of some of Britain's most acclaimed artists, the film also documents the often-uncertain public response to abstract art and considers the legacy of the artists today.

Featuring interviews with artists Howard Hodgkin and Gillian Ayres, Tim Marlow of the Royal Academy, art historian James Fox, Iwona Blazwick from the Whitechapel gallery, Andrew Marr and Colm Toibin.

1 hour

Last on

Mon 26 Jul 2021 22:10

Music Played

  • David Bowie

    Suffragette City

  • Philip Glass

    Opening

    Performer: Bruce Brubaker.

Credits

Role Contributor
Executive Producer Richard Bright
Director Ben Harding
Assistant Producer John O'Rourke

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