
Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century
Synopsis
Critics place Berenice Abbott at the head of her class. She was one of the greatest American photographers of the 20th Century. From her portraits of the avant-garde taken in Paris during the 1920's, to her documentation of New York in the 1930's, to her science photography of the 1950s, and her studies of small-town America, Abbott's genius is in the incredible range of her work. Filmed during her 91st and 92nd years, the open-hearted Abbott takes us on a guided tour of her century. The tour teaches history, perseverance, courage, and single-minded dedication to one's chosen field. A brilliant film about a brilliant American artist!
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January 1, 1992
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kay Weaver, Martha Wheelock
- Original Title
- Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 57m
- Production Studios
- Ishtar Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kay Weaver, Martha Wheelock
Martha Wheelock
Martha Wheelock, Kay Weaver
Department Leadership Roster
Kay Weaver
Director
Martha Wheelock
Producer
Martha Wheelock
Director
Kay Weaver
Producer
Martha Wheelock
Editor
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What is Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century about?
Critics place Berenice Abbott at the head of her class. She was one of the greatest American photographers of the 20th Century. From her portraits of the avant-garde taken in Paris during the 1920's, to her documentation of New York in the 1930's, to her science photography of the 1950s, and her studies of small-town America, Abbott's genius is in the incredible range of her work. Filmed during her 91st and 92nd years, the open-hearted Abbott takes us on a guided tour of her century. The tour teaches history, perseverance, courage, and single-minded dedication to one's chosen field. A brilliant film about a brilliant American artist!
Who directed Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century?
Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century was directed by Kay Weaver, Martha Wheelock.
Who stars in Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century?
The principal cast of Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century includes Berenice Abbott.
When was Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century released and how long is it?
Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 57m.
