Roy Lichtenstein

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Roy Lichtenstein (DVD version ONLY)

Host Melvyn Bragg interviews American painter, sculptor, and printmaker Roy Lichtenstein (1923-97), who discusses his current work, Pop art, and the history of Western art. The artist talks about his use of cartoon images, his homage to art history, and his magnified brush strokes theme. Visits Lichtenstein in his New York City studio and shows him at work on a new painting. Examines his career and seeks insight from colleagues, including gallery owner Leo Castelli, Guggenheim Museum assistant director Diane Waldman, and editor Ingrid Sischy. The South Bank Show series.

Curator's Comments: In spite of the program's emphasis on the commercial aspects (opens with an auction scene and background music of "Money, money..") and Bragg's attempts to follow the money, Lichtenstein comes across as modest, sincere, and thoughtful in his approach to his work.

DATE: 1990

COUNTRY: Great Britain

CREDITS:
Director: Chris Hunt
Producing Agency: Iambic Productions for RM Arts; London Weekend Television; RM Arts

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:
55 minutes Color

TOPICS:
Pop art

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