AS SEEN BY BOTH SIDES:AMERICAN AND VIETNAMESE ARTISTS LOOK AT THE WAR
Price: $310.00 Code: 1113 |
Directed by Mark Biggs
1995, 58 minutes
Purchase: $310 | Classroom Rental: $125
Documents the history of a remarkable art exhibit which showcases the work of both American and Vietnamese veterans of the Indochina War. Filmed in both countries, the documentary features the exhibition's paintings intercut with Vietnamese and American archival footage of the war, plus interviews with participating artists, historians, scholars, and veterans from both sides. Their comments illuminate the many issues about the nature and power of art, the role that the arts play in chronicling and shaping popular and historical interpretations of the Vietnam War, and the value of art in revealing cultural parallels and the universal trauma of war.
CINE Golden Eagle Award
Silver Screen Award, U.S. International Film and Video Festival
Zalampas Award, Popular Culture Association
*** "...a splendidly edited and filmed video which speaks to issues far beyond the war itself...a unique and superbly engaging view of war and humanity. Recommended."-Video Librarian
1995, 58 minutes
Purchase: $310 | Classroom Rental: $125
Documents the history of a remarkable art exhibit which showcases the work of both American and Vietnamese veterans of the Indochina War. Filmed in both countries, the documentary features the exhibition's paintings intercut with Vietnamese and American archival footage of the war, plus interviews with participating artists, historians, scholars, and veterans from both sides. Their comments illuminate the many issues about the nature and power of art, the role that the arts play in chronicling and shaping popular and historical interpretations of the Vietnam War, and the value of art in revealing cultural parallels and the universal trauma of war.
Subjects & Collections
Festivals & Awards
Chris Award, Columbus International Film and Video FestivalCINE Golden Eagle Award
Silver Screen Award, U.S. International Film and Video Festival
Zalampas Award, Popular Culture Association
Reviews
"...reflects the power of art as a common denominator and source of communion...a valuable resource for artists, historians, and students."-Booklist (American Library Association)*** "...a splendidly edited and filmed video which speaks to issues far beyond the war itself...a unique and superbly engaging view of war and humanity. Recommended."-Video Librarian