AMERICAN FOLK (2017)
Examines authenticity, provenance, and the narratives we construct around art and material history. Weaving together exploitative casting tapes, the hanging of un-attributed Dutch master paintings and the history and cultural meaning of denim fabric to reach a deeper understanding of the entanglements of class, labour and aesthetics.
Director: Matthew Lax
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 15 min
Release Date: November 15, 2017
Cast
Screenplay
Editing: Matthew Lax
Country: United States of America
Language: English, Français
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is AMERICAN FOLK about?
- Examines authenticity, provenance, and the narratives we construct around art and material history. Weaving together exploitative casting tapes, the hanging of un-attributed Dutch master paintings and the history and cultural meaning of denim fabric to reach a deeper understanding of the entanglements of class, labour and aesthetics.
- Who directed AMERICAN FOLK?
- AMERICAN FOLK was directed by Matthew Lax.
- Who stars in AMERICAN FOLK?
- AMERICAN FOLK stars Blaine O'Neill, Nana Makharashvili, Gabriel Cowger, Matthew Lax.
- How long is AMERICAN FOLK?
- AMERICAN FOLK has a runtime of 15m (15 minutes).
- What genre is AMERICAN FOLK?
- AMERICAN FOLK is a Documentary film.
- Where was AMERICAN FOLK produced?
- AMERICAN FOLK was produced in United States of America.