Kazimir Malevich
Synopsis
In 1915 the Russian artist Malevich declared a Black Square on a White Background an icon of his times and thus founded a new form of art, liberated from objects – Suprematism. Supported by the Bolsheviks at first, his ‘formalistic’ art was soon considered counterrevolutionary. 50 years later, in 1989, the first comprehensive Malevich retrospective outside Russia was held in Amsterdam’s Stedelijk Museum. It is here that Barrie Gavin outlines the artist’s creative phases and his life story. In doing so, he discovers the most diverse ‘isms’ of the 20th century and one of the most significant pioneers of abstract art.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Reiner E. Moritz
- Original Title
- Kazimir Malevich
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 54m
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Reiner E. Moritz
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Reiner E. Moritz
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What is Kazimir Malevich about?
In 1915 the Russian artist Malevich declared a Black Square on a White Background an icon of his times and thus founded a new form of art, liberated from objects – Suprematism. Supported by the Bolsheviks at first, his ‘formalistic’ art was soon considered counterrevolutionary. 50 years later, in 1989, the first comprehensive Malevich retrospective outside Russia was held in Amsterdam’s Stedelijk Museum. It is here that Barrie Gavin outlines the artist’s creative phases and his life story. In doing so, he discovers the most diverse ‘isms’ of the 20th century and one of the most significant pioneers of abstract art.
Who directed Kazimir Malevich?
Kazimir Malevich was directed by Reiner E. Moritz.
Who stars in Kazimir Malevich?
The principal cast of Kazimir Malevich includes Barrie Gavin.
When was Kazimir Malevich released and how long is it?
Kazimir Malevich was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 54m.