Hockney
Hockney explores one of the most significant artists of his generation, British painter David Hockney. Engaging, affectionate, and delightfully candid, Randall Wright’s documentary bares a unique view of the unconventional artist, who, at 78, still reaches new peaks of popularity worldwide.
Hockney is the definitive exploration of one of the most significant artists of his generation. For the first time, British painter David Hockney has given access to his personal archive of photographs and film, resulting in an unparalleled visual diary of his life. Featuring extensive footage and interviews with the artist himself, as well as enlightening anecdotes from his friends, subjects, colleagues, and contemporaries—including Arthur Lambert, Celia Birtwell, and Ed Ruscha—Randall Wright’s portrait lovingly examines the artist’s impact and craft. Inspiring, perceptive, and delightfully candid, Hockney is a unique and accessible view of the unconventional artist, who, at 78, still reaches new peaks of popularity worldwide—and is as charismatic as ever. A Film Movement Classics release.
[An] entertaining documentary biography.
—Stephen Holden, The New York Times
An astute and insightful documentary.
—Mark Adams, Screen International
A fascinating look into his prolific creativity.
—OUT Magazine
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