One Bad Cat (2008)

The Reverend Albert Wagner Story

One Bad Cat (2008) poster

ONE BAD CAT is about the transformative role art plays in the tumultuous life of 82 year-old, African-American, renowned "outsider" artist Reverend Albert Wagner. He has been a lightening rod for controversy his entire life. Racism, ego and lust led him to the brink of ruin. Miraculously turned onto religion at age 50, he was inspired by God to paint, and become a famous artist for a mostly White clientele. From a racist Southern upbringing, in his later years his artwork railed against the lifestyles of members of the African-American community, which created as many detractors as champions. Near the film's conclusion, an ailing Albert comes to terms with his checkered past. Was Albert's penitence real and did he achieve redemption through his art?

Director: Thomas G. Miller
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 81 min
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Production: Morgan's Mark
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $500,000
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Thomas G. Miller
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is One Bad Cat about?
ONE BAD CAT is about the transformative role art plays in the tumultuous life of 82 year-old, African-American, renowned "outsider" artist Reverend Albert Wagner. He has been a lightening rod for controversy his entire life. Racism, ego and lust led him to the brink of ruin. Miraculously turned onto religion at age 50, he was inspired by God to paint, and become a famous artist for a mostly White clientele. From a racist Southern upbringing, in his later years his artwork railed against the lifestyles of members of the African-American community, which created as many detractors as champions. Near the film's conclusion, an ailing Albert comes to terms with his checkered past. Was Albert's penitence real and did he achieve redemption through his art?
Who directed One Bad Cat?
One Bad Cat was directed by Thomas G. Miller.
Who stars in One Bad Cat?
One Bad Cat stars Albert Wagner, Delroy Lindo.
How long is One Bad Cat?
One Bad Cat has a runtime of 1h 21m (81 minutes).
What genre is One Bad Cat?
One Bad Cat is a Documentary film.
What is the budget of One Bad Cat?
One Bad Cat had a budget of $500,000.
Where was One Bad Cat produced?
One Bad Cat was produced in United States of America.