Wolfgang Mattheuer
Synopsis
Wolfgang Mattheuer, together with Bernhard Heisig and Werner Tübke, is one of the main protagonists of the Leipzig School. With works such as Behind the Seven Mountains (1973) the graphic artist, painter and sculptor is one of the most controversial and yet most celebrated artists of the former GDR. With the use of mythology, literary references, and ambiguous details, he subverted the ideological edicts of the system. This film presents the great works of this reserved, yet perceptive ‘picture maker’. An insightful interview with Mattheuer introduces us to his eclectic visual world and his metaphorical response to contemporary events and the GDR regime.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Reiner E. Moritz
- Original Title
- Wolfgang Mattheuer
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 51m
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Reiner E. Moritz
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Reiner E. Moritz
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What is Wolfgang Mattheuer about?
Wolfgang Mattheuer, together with Bernhard Heisig and Werner Tübke, is one of the main protagonists of the Leipzig School. With works such as Behind the Seven Mountains (1973) the graphic artist, painter and sculptor is one of the most controversial and yet most celebrated artists of the former GDR. With the use of mythology, literary references, and ambiguous details, he subverted the ideological edicts of the system. This film presents the great works of this reserved, yet perceptive ‘picture maker’. An insightful interview with Mattheuer introduces us to his eclectic visual world and his metaphorical response to contemporary events and the GDR regime.
Who directed Wolfgang Mattheuer?
Wolfgang Mattheuer was directed by Reiner E. Moritz.
Who stars in Wolfgang Mattheuer?
The principal cast of Wolfgang Mattheuer includes Wolfgang Mattheuer, Norbert Gastell.
When was Wolfgang Mattheuer released and how long is it?
Wolfgang Mattheuer was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 51m.