Revolution: New Art for a New World

Documentary

2017, Movie, 1h 25min

Drawing on the collections of major Russian institutions, contributions from contemporary artists, curators and performers and personal testimony from the descendants of those involved, the film brings the artists of the Russian Avant-Garde to life. It tells the stories of artists like Chagall, Kandinsky and Malevich - pioneers who flourished in response to the challenge of building a new art for a new world, only to be broken by implacable authority after 15 short years and silenced by Stalin's Socialist Realism.

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Critic Alan Evans

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...the commentary on the art itself is fascinating and the sad endings of most artists’ stories leave you wondering what might have been.

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"Revolution: New Art for a New World" is a documentary that delves into the history of the Russian Avant-Garde movement, showcasing the lives and works of renowned artists such as Chagall, Kandinsky, and Malevich. Through a blend of art, personal testimony, and historical context, the film paints a vivid picture of the artists' struggles and triumphs, as they sought to create a new art for a new world. Despite their innovative spirit, these visionary artists were ultimately silenced by Stalin's oppressive regime, their legacy preserved through the film's poignant storytelling.

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