The Great Artist
The Great Artist

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The Great Artist

2020
Movie
23 min
English

A gifted artist finds himself in a broken balance between creating world class art and the all too silent struggle of self care as his life begins to unravel because of his Dissociative Identity Disorder.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users85%
Director: Sam HoffmanGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A struggling artist living in London faces the harsh realities of the art world and her own creative block. As she grapples with financial difficulties and dwindling inspiration, she finds herself in increasingly absurd and comedic situations. The film follows her journey as she attempts to find her artistic voice and achieve success against all odds.

Critical Reception

The Great Artist received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its quirky humor and lead performance, though some found the plot predictable. Audiences generally responded well to its relatable themes of artistic struggle and perseverance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charmingly awkward humor and relatable portrayal of an artist's life.

  • Kate Nash delivers a standout performance that anchors the film.

  • Some critics found the narrative arc to be a bit too conventional.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's lighthearted comedy and engaging storyline. Many viewers found the main character's journey inspiring and the performances enjoyable.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on location in London, with many of the art studios and galleries featured being real working spaces.

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