Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story (2012)

Cast

• Joshua Wills - Shephard Fairey
• Keith Jochim - Buddy Cianci
• Patrick Collins - Dean Carter

Screenplay

• Kelly Beam
• Alex Jablonski
• Julian Marshall

Keywords

art, streetart

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story about?

Based on the true story of Shepard Fairey's first act of street art, OBEY THE GIANT tells the story of a young skate punk challenging a big-city mayor and the powers-that-be at art school. Frustrated by his inability to gain respect within the confines of art school Shepard sets out to gain notoriety and acclaim by targeting the most powerful man in Providence, former Mayor Buddy Cianci. Risking expulsion and jail time Shepard plasters Andre the Giant's face over the image of Cianci on a campaign billboard. As word of Shepard's prank gets out, Shepard learns that art is a weapon and attention is both a blessing and a curse.

Who directed Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story?

Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story was directed by Julian Marshall.

Who stars in Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story?

Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story stars Joshua Wills, Keith Jochim, Patrick Collins.

How long is Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story?

Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story has a runtime of 23m (23 minutes).

What genre is Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story?

Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story is a Drama film.