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.
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
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Klucis. The Deconstruction of an Artist
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
May 6, 2008
Runtime
1h 29m
Genres
Documentary, History
User Score
45%
Original Title
Klucis - Nepareizais latvietis
Production Companies
EPT, DD Studio, Vivement lundi !, VFS Films
Director
Pēteris Krilovs
Description
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.