Hockney
Directed by
Randall Wright
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Hockney weaves together a portrait of the multifaceted artist from frank interviews with close friends and never before seen footage from his own personal archive. One of the great surviving icons of the 1960s, Hockney’s career may have started with almost instant success but in private he has struggled with his art, relationships, and the tragedy of AIDS, making his optimism and sense of adventure truly uplifting. Hockney is funny, inspiring, bold and visionary.
"A solid general overview of the life and career of an important figure in contemporary art. Recommended." - Video Librarian
Cast
- David Hockney
DVD Features
Commentary Track with director Randall Wright
Sound: Stereo 2.0 and 5.1 Surround Sound
Discs: 1
- "A wealth of intimate home-movie footage and an affinity for his subject invigorate Randall Wright's unashamedly affectionate portrait of a British icon."
- "An intimate and insightful delve into the life of a charismatic man whose passion for art is still intense and whose wry sense of humor still shines through..."
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Awards & Recognition
Official Selection
Brighton Film Festival
Brighton Film Festival
Official Selection
Buenos Aires Int'l Festival of Independent Cinema
Buenos Aires Int'l Festival of Independent Cinema
Official Selection
Doc Aviv
Doc Aviv
Official Selection
London Film Festival
London Film Festival