David Hockney at the Royal Academy of Arts
David Hockney at the Royal Academy of Arts

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David Hockney at the Royal Academy of Arts

2017
Movie
85 min
English

Widely considered Britain’s most popular artist, David Hockney is a global sensation with exhibitions in London, New York, Paris and beyond, attracting millions of visitors worldwide. Now entering his 9th decade, Hockney shows absolutely no evidence of slowing down or losing his trademark boldness. Featuring intimate and in-depth interviews with Hockney, this revealing film focuses on two blockbuster exhibitions held in 2012 and 2016 at the Royal Academy of Art in London. Director Phil Grabsky secured privileged access to craft this cinematic celebration of a 21st century master of creativity.

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IMDb7.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes95%
Metacritic84/100
Google Users95%
Director: Mathew MillerGenres: Documentary, Art

Plot Summary

This film offers an intimate and expansive look at the work of celebrated British artist David Hockney during his major retrospective exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts in London. It captures Hockney himself engaging with his vast body of work, spanning six decades of prolific creation. The documentary explores his innovative techniques, his persistent curiosity, and his evolution as an artist through personal insights and critical commentary.

Critical Reception

The exhibition and its accompanying film were met with widespread critical acclaim, celebrated for its comprehensive retrospective of one of Britain's most influential living artists. Audiences lauded the opportunity to see such a vast collection of Hockney's iconic works in one place, and the film was praised for its insightful portrayal of the artist and his creative process.

What Reviewers Say

  • A visually stunning and deeply engaging exploration of David Hockney's multifaceted career.

  • Hockney's own presence and commentary add immense personal value to the retrospective.

  • The exhibition and film successfully capture the artist's enduring creativity and influence.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly praised the documentary, with many highlighting David Hockney's engaging personality and the incredible scope of his artistic output. Reviewers found the film to be inspiring, visually rich, and a comprehensive overview of a master artist's career.

Fun Fact

The exhibition 'David Hockney at the Royal Academy of Arts' was the most visited exhibition in the Royal Academy's history at the time of its closure.

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