Wolfgang Mattheuer (1991)
Wolfgang Mattheuer, together with Bernhard Heisig and Werner Tübke, is one of the main protagonists of the Leipzig School. With works such as Behind the Seven Mountains (1973) the graphic artist, painter and sculptor is one of the most controversial and yet most celebrated artists of the former GDR. With the use of mythology, literary references, and ambiguous details, he subverted the ideological edicts of the system. This film presents the great works of this reserved, yet perceptive ‘picture maker’. An insightful interview with Mattheuer introduces us to his eclectic visual world and his metaphorical response to contemporary events and the GDR regime.
Director: Reiner E. Moritz
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 51 min
Release Date: January 1, 1991
Cast
- Wolfgang Mattheuer - Self
- Norbert Gastell - Narrator
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Reiner E. Moritz
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Wolfgang Mattheuer about?
- Wolfgang Mattheuer, together with Bernhard Heisig and Werner Tübke, is one of the main protagonists of the Leipzig School. With works such as Behind the Seven Mountains (1973) the graphic artist, painter and sculptor is one of the most controversial and yet most celebrated artists of the former GDR. With the use of mythology, literary references, and ambiguous details, he subverted the ideological edicts of the system. This film presents the great works of this reserved, yet perceptive ‘picture maker’. An insightful interview with Mattheuer introduces us to his eclectic visual world and his metaphorical response to contemporary events and the GDR regime.
- Who directed Wolfgang Mattheuer?
- Wolfgang Mattheuer was directed by Reiner E. Moritz.
- Who stars in Wolfgang Mattheuer?
- Wolfgang Mattheuer stars Wolfgang Mattheuer, Norbert Gastell.
- How long is Wolfgang Mattheuer?
- Wolfgang Mattheuer has a runtime of 51m (51 minutes).
- What genre is Wolfgang Mattheuer?
- Wolfgang Mattheuer is a Documentary film.
- Where was Wolfgang Mattheuer produced?
- Wolfgang Mattheuer was produced in Germany.