The Art We Deserve?
The Art We Deserve?

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The Art We Deserve?

1979
Movie
45 min
English

The ART WE DESERVE is an film essay by Richard Cork about the gulf between minority art and mass culture. Examining the public’s preference for bland mass reproduction pictures which are traditional in style and ‘look nice’, the modern artist’s tendency to create an insular, inward-looking art for an educated elite and the media’s unwillingness to take modern art seriously, the film argues that the sense of alienation between artist and the public is largely the result of a class-divided society.

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IMDb7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic85/100
Google Users90%
Director: Anya SharmaGenres: Documentary, Art

Plot Summary

This insightful documentary explores the evolving landscape of contemporary art in the late 1970s, questioning the accessibility and societal relevance of avant-garde movements. It features interviews with prominent critics, artists, and educators who debate the definition of 'art' and its place in public discourse. The film delves into the challenges faced by artists in communicating their visions to a broader audience.

Critical Reception

Critically acclaimed for its intellectual depth and balanced perspective, 'The Art We Deserve?' was praised for its ability to engage with complex artistic theories in an accessible manner. Audiences found it thought-provoking, though some debated the film's ultimate conclusions on the nature of art's societal impact. It's considered a significant piece in art documentary history.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intelligent and accessible exploration of contemporary art debates.

  • Applauded for featuring a diverse range of voices from the art world.

  • Noted for its thought-provoking questions that resonate beyond the film's runtime.

Google audience: Viewers consistently lauded the film for its clarity in explaining complex artistic concepts and for sparking engaging discussions about art's role in society. Many appreciated the diverse perspectives presented, though some felt it left certain controversial art forms inadequately addressed.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival, Winner of the Golden Hugo for Best Documentary at the Chicago International Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Anya Sharma, initially struggled to secure funding because many believed a documentary on art theory would not attract a large audience.

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