The Next Big Thing
Despite the financial crisis, prices for contemporary art are going through the roof. The auctions at Christie's and Sotheby's are breaking record after record. The Internet, the growing number of (mega) rich people and globalization have changed the art market beyond recognition. Has contemporary art become a commodity in the hands of the super rich private collectors? This film investivates the ins and outs of the soaring art market and the consequences for artists, dealers, museums and for art history. Featuring artists Jeff Koons, Chuck Close and Adrian Ghenie, top collectors Michael Hort, Thomas Olbricht and Martin Z. Marguiles, and former Christie's NY Chairman Amy Cappellazzo.
Director: Frank van den Engel
Runtime: 57 min
Cast
- Jeff Koons - Self
- Chuck Close - Self
- Adrian Ghenie - Self
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Next Big Thing about?
- Despite the financial crisis, prices for contemporary art are going through the roof. The auctions at Christie's and Sotheby's are breaking record after record. The Internet, the growing number of (mega) rich people and globalization have changed the art market beyond recognition. Has contemporary art become a commodity in the hands of the super rich private collectors? This film investivates the ins and outs of the soaring art market and the consequences for artists, dealers, museums and for art history. Featuring artists Jeff Koons, Chuck Close and Adrian Ghenie, top collectors Michael Hort, Thomas Olbricht and Martin Z. Marguiles, and former Christie's NY Chairman Amy Cappellazzo.
- Who directed The Next Big Thing?
- The Next Big Thing was directed by Frank van den Engel.
- Who stars in The Next Big Thing?
- The Next Big Thing stars Jeff Koons, Chuck Close, Adrian Ghenie.
- How long is The Next Big Thing?
- The Next Big Thing has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).