Biographical films are very popular with viewers. Films about people who have left their mark on history are not only interesting to watch, but also useful, they broaden their horizons, help to take a fresh look at the main character, and provide an opportunity to learn as much as possible about him.
This article will talk about films dedicated to great artists. It’s not easy to be a genius; many of them were not understood, appreciated during their lifetime. Sometimes it seemed to them that a difficult creative path leads nowhere, but everything was not in vain. The names of these great artists are remembered to this day, their work is appreciated. People still admire their paintings, and many are interested to know what was the life of their beloved artist. Below is a list of films about the creators of the best works of art.
10. Pollock
The film is about the American artist Jason Pollock. It refers to those artists who were able to turn people's views on painting, in particular in abstractionism. There were few such artists. Jason's fate is very tragic, at first his talent was not recognized. But luck smiled at Pollock, and he became famous. The film also highlights the artist’s relationship with his girlfriend Lee Krasner, later she became his wife. She forgave him a lot, tried to change his life for the better. The scenes of the creation of paintings and the struggle of Pollock with his internal demons are amazing. His life could have turned out differently if not for the bad habits that had destroyed the great artist. The film will be of interest not only to admirers of Pollock, the rest will also be interested to see how art is born.
9. Edward Munch
Edward Munch is an expressionist from Norway. In the film of the same name describes the formation of him 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, Munk was seriously ill, so in his paintings there is so much death and fear. Still, the film is pseudo-documentary, so you should not unconditionally believe every fact.
8. Camille Claudel
The film is about a brilliant artist and sculptor. Camilla is talented, she is waiting for a meeting with Rodin. The girl hopes that a talented sculptor will be interested in her work. Soon Camilla realizes that Roden 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 in full for him. Beautiful but sad French cinema is not for everyone. Many viewers note that the film is very difficult to understand. The life of Cammilla Claudel can not be called easy, but the story of how a great artist broke under the yoke of love cannot be uninteresting.
7. El Greco
Dominicos Theotokopoulos was forced to leave the island of Crete. He fled from litigation. In Italy, they began to call him Greek, and the pseudonym El Greco appeared. Little is known about this artist, yet he lived in the 16th century. The only thing left is the painting. True, for a long time no one needed them. Only at the beginning of the 20th 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 fictitious. At the beginning of the film, El Greco awaits execution, he is accused of heresy, and at this time he writes the story of his life. The film is philosophical, it has few actions, 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. The struggle between men begins, everyone believes that he is the best. In addition, the film tells the story of Amedeo's love, passionate and tragic. The film does not pretend to be documentary, many facts are fictional, but the artist’s love story takes for granted. Everyone who loves melodrama, especially women, will like the movie. A beautiful film about a talented person with an emphasis on love.
5. Monsieur Rene Magritte
The film is 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 person, and bit by bit, from scraps 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 can not be called easy, cutting interviews and films of Magritte 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 breathtaking woman Frida Kahlo. A beautiful and vivid picture, although at first it may seem that it is rather depressing. Frida’s fate prepared many trials for her. Even at a young age, she had an accident, after which she had to collect herself in pieces. At this time, Frida began to draw, she needed to give way 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. A stunning film about the fate of a legendary woman.
3. Basquiat
A film about African-American street artist Jean Michel Basquiat. He lived in New York, a cardboard box replaced his house. Basquiat painted graffiti and dreamed of becoming famous. When he met another artist, Andy Warhl, 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 was addicted to cocaine. Basquiat dreamed of glory, 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. The Secret of Picasso
A documentary about Pablo Picasso. During its viewing, the viewer does not learn anything about his biography, about relationships with others. But he will witness the creation of masterpieces. The film shows how a famous artist creates original works, and then destroys them. The viewer as if watching the work of Picasso. In the process, it becomes clear what the artist is dreaming of, what he is striving for. It is unlikely that the picture will be appreciated by those who are not keen on the work of this artist.
1. True Leonardo
The film is based on the diaries of a great artist. This is not the only film, the film about Leonardo is more than enough, but the creators of True Leonardo were able to convey the drama, complexity and contradictory nature of the artist. The viewer receives the most reliable information, there are no other people's speculations in the film, only Leonardo’s words are here. The viewer gets to know Da Vinci closer, learns amazing facts from his life. This man was not only a talented artist, but also a writer, inventor, architect. The film will be interesting to all fans of his work.