Art and the Cold War. Esthetic Resistance (2024)

Art and the Cold War. Esthetic Resistance (2024) poster

A story about the relationship between independent Soviet art and the West. It recalls a time when art was larger and more important than life itself. On one side, there are independent Soviet artists who lack not only the output but also the finances to complete their works. On the other side, there is the tempting West whose ambassadors (in the literal sense) take active interest in the Soviet underground art market. Selling one’s works to the West is a tricky business since the almighty KGB stands between the two mutually interested parties. Nevertheless, an incredible quantity of mainly Estonian and Moscovian visual art is sold and taken across the border. This is facilitated mainly by Western diplomats, behind whose coordinated actions stands none other than the CIA.

Director: Sandra Jõgeva
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 74 min
Release Date:

Screenplay

Cinematography: Jako Krull, Aivo Rannik
Editing: Martti Sepp, Kadri Nikopensius
Production: Maagiline Masin
Country: Estonia
Language: English, Eesti, Pусский
Original Language: et

Keywords

pop art, estonian art

More Films by Director: Sandra Jõgeva
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Art and the Cold War. Esthetic Resistance about?
A story about the relationship between independent Soviet art and the West. It recalls a time when art was larger and more important than life itself. On one side, there are independent Soviet artists who lack not only the output but also the finances to complete their works. On the other side, there is the tempting West whose ambassadors (in the literal sense) take active interest in the Soviet underground art market. Selling one’s works to the West is a tricky business since the almighty KGB stands between the two mutually interested parties. Nevertheless, an incredible quantity of mainly Estonian and Moscovian visual art is sold and taken across the border. This is facilitated mainly by Western diplomats, behind whose coordinated actions stands none other than the CIA.
Who directed Art and the Cold War. Esthetic Resistance?
Art and the Cold War. Esthetic Resistance was directed by Sandra Jõgeva.
How long is Art and the Cold War. Esthetic Resistance?
Art and the Cold War. Esthetic Resistance has a runtime of 1h 14m (74 minutes).
What genre is Art and the Cold War. Esthetic Resistance?
Art and the Cold War. Esthetic Resistance is a Documentary film.
Where was Art and the Cold War. Esthetic Resistance produced?
Art and the Cold War. Esthetic Resistance was produced in Estonia.