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The Business of Thought: A Recorded History of Artists Space

Synopsis

An oral history of Artists Space, the legendary New York artists organization. Told through the voices of the artists, critics and curators who formed it, the film is narrated by voiceover culled from 30 hours of archival cassette tape interviews over a 45 year period. Artists such as Laurie Anderson, Mike Kelley, Hito Steyerl and David Wojnarowicz walk us through the decades. A formally-experimental and raucously-told chronology composed of rare archival documentation, The Business of Thought... is a reminder of the radical potential of the arts and the importance of collective, cultural spaces.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Sierra Pettengill
Original Title
The Business of Thought: A Recorded History of Artists Space
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
11m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Sierra Pettengill

Producers

Alexander S.C. Rower

Department Leadership Roster

Sierra Pettengill

Director

Alexander S.C. Rower

Producer

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What is The Business of Thought: A Recorded History of Artists Space about?

An oral history of Artists Space, the legendary New York artists organization. Told through the voices of the artists, critics and curators who formed it, the film is narrated by voiceover culled from 30 hours of archival cassette tape interviews over a 45 year period. Artists such as Laurie Anderson, Mike Kelley, Hito Steyerl and David Wojnarowicz walk us through the decades. A formally-experimental and raucously-told chronology composed of rare archival documentation, The Business of Thought... is a reminder of the radical potential of the arts and the importance of collective, cultural spaces.

Who directed The Business of Thought: A Recorded History of Artists Space?

The Business of Thought: A Recorded History of Artists Space was directed by Sierra Pettengill.

Who stars in The Business of Thought: A Recorded History of Artists Space?

The principal cast of The Business of Thought: A Recorded History of Artists Space includes Laurie Anderson, Hito Steyerl, David Wojnarowicz.

When was The Business of Thought: A Recorded History of Artists Space released and how long is it?

The Business of Thought: A Recorded History of Artists Space was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 11m.