The Melt Goes on Forever: The Art & Times of David Hammons
“It's not what you see, it's where you stand”
Synopsis
David Hammons’ singular career covers life in LA during a turbulent 1960s through to his prominence within the global art world today. Key to his work has been an analysis of African American society and its representation within US life. Featuring interviews with eminent artists, curators and critics; a wealth of archival footage; an evocative soundscape by Ramachandra Borcar that includes Marshall Allen, Idris Ackamoor and Shabaka Hutchings; and a reading by The Last Poets member and hip-hop forefather Umar Bin Hassan, The Melt Goes on Forever is a revelatory journey through six decades of art and culture.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harold Crooks, Judd Tully
- Original Title
- The Melt Goes on Forever: The Art & Times of David Hammons
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- Rosie Filmwaze, Cortés Filmworks
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harold Crooks, Judd Tully
Natasha Mottola
Drake
Department Leadership Roster
Harold Crooks
Director
Judd Tully
Director
Natasha Mottola
Editor
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What is The Melt Goes on Forever: The Art & Times of David Hammons about?
David Hammons’ singular career covers life in LA during a turbulent 1960s through to his prominence within the global art world today. Key to his work has been an analysis of African American society and its representation within US life. Featuring interviews with eminent artists, curators and critics; a wealth of archival footage; an evocative soundscape by Ramachandra Borcar that includes Marshall Allen, Idris Ackamoor and Shabaka Hutchings; and a reading by The Last Poets member and hip-hop forefather Umar Bin Hassan, The Melt Goes on Forever is a revelatory journey through six decades of art and culture.
Who directed The Melt Goes on Forever: The Art & Times of David Hammons?
The Melt Goes on Forever: The Art & Times of David Hammons was directed by Harold Crooks, Judd Tully.
Who stars in The Melt Goes on Forever: The Art & Times of David Hammons?
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When was The Melt Goes on Forever: The Art & Times of David Hammons released and how long is it?
The Melt Goes on Forever: The Art & Times of David Hammons was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.