Jeff Koons
Jeff Koons

Jeff Koons

2017Movie9 minEnglish

Jeff Koons is a MOCA commissioned mini-documentary on the career of artist Jeff Koons, directed by Oscar Boyson.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Director: Christophe Boursin, David BorgeaudGenres: Documentary, Biography, Art

Plot Summary

This documentary offers an intimate look into the life and career of controversial contemporary artist Jeff Koons. It explores his journey from a young dreamer to a global art superstar, showcasing his unique artistic process and philosophy. The film delves into the creation of his iconic works and examines the market's reaction to his provocative and often commercially successful art.

Critical Reception

The documentary received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often divided on Koons himself, mirroring the artist's polarizing effect. Reviewers generally praised the film for its access and comprehensive overview of Koons's career and impact on the art world, while some found it too deferential to its subject.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its in-depth look at Jeff Koons's career and artistic philosophy.
  • Noted for providing valuable context to his controversial and highly commercial work.
  • Some critics found the documentary lacking in critical distance from its subject.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Jeff Koons's "Balloon Dog (Orange)" set a new auction record for a living artist when it sold for $58.4 million in 2013.

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