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Klucis. The Deconstruction of an Artist

Latvian artist Gustavs Klucis embraced the technological revolution of the early 20th century and applied it to his art, becoming a classic of Russian constructivism. He created photo-montage and Lenin’s public image, and became the most important Soviet artist. Killed by Stalin’s regime, his artistic career poses many unanswered questions. This documentary reveals many secrets and intimate moments of his dramatic personality – the unequal duel between the Artist and the Power.

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Klucis. The Deconstruction of an Artist

Latvian artist Gustavs Klucis embraced the technological revolution of the early 20th century and applied it to his art, becoming a classic of Russian constructivism. He created photo-montage and Lenin’s public image, and became the most important Soviet artist. Killed by Stalin’s regime, his artistic career poses many unanswered questions. This documentary reveals many secrets and intimate moments of his dramatic personality – the unequal duel between the Artist and the Power.

Orignal Title

Klucis - Nepareizais latvietis

Orignal Language

lv

Duration

1 hr 29 min

Genre

Documentary, History

Status

Released

Release Data

2008-05-06

Produced By

EPT, DD Studio, Vivement lundi !, VFS Films

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