The Painter Sam Francis
Synopsis
Forty years in the making, 'The Painter Sam Francis' is artist Jeffrey Perkins' intimate portrait of abstract expressionist painter Sam Francis. The film retraces Francis' life and career from his childhood in California to his artistic maturation in post-war Paris, his time spent in Japan, and his prominence in the United States. It reveals a man in constant struggle with physical maladies and his own demons, but for whom creativity was a powerful life-sustaining force.
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January 1, 2008
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jeffrey Perkins
- Original Title
- The Painter Sam Francis
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
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Jeffrey Perkins
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Jeffrey Perkins
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What is The Painter Sam Francis about?
Forty years in the making, 'The Painter Sam Francis' is artist Jeffrey Perkins' intimate portrait of abstract expressionist painter Sam Francis. The film retraces Francis' life and career from his childhood in California to his artistic maturation in post-war Paris, his time spent in Japan, and his prominence in the United States. It reveals a man in constant struggle with physical maladies and his own demons, but for whom creativity was a powerful life-sustaining force.
Who directed The Painter Sam Francis?
The Painter Sam Francis was directed by Jeffrey Perkins.
Who stars in The Painter Sam Francis?
The principal cast of The Painter Sam Francis includes Sam Francis.
When was The Painter Sam Francis released and how long is it?
The Painter Sam Francis was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.