Hidden Sex: Art and Shame (2023)
The representation of genitalia in the fine arts was censored for centuries: sexual organs were discreetly hidden among fig leaves, pearls or sheets; and it is still a taboo today. From Antiquity to the present day, the history of puritanism applied to art and the tricks used by artists to circumvent censorship.
Director: Agnès Obadia
Genre: Documentary, History, TV Movie
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date: January 15, 2023
Production: ARTE, Harbor Films
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
Keywords
drawing and painting, art history, renaissance painting, baroque painting, art documentary, famous painting
More Films by Director: Agnès Obadia
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Hidden Sex: Art and Shame about?
- The representation of genitalia in the fine arts was censored for centuries: sexual organs were discreetly hidden among fig leaves, pearls or sheets; and it is still a taboo today. From Antiquity to the present day, the history of puritanism applied to art and the tricks used by artists to circumvent censorship.
- Who directed Hidden Sex: Art and Shame?
- Hidden Sex: Art and Shame was directed by Agnès Obadia.
- How long is Hidden Sex: Art and Shame?
- Hidden Sex: Art and Shame has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
- What genre is Hidden Sex: Art and Shame?
- Hidden Sex: Art and Shame is a Documentary, History, TV Movie film.
- Where was Hidden Sex: Art and Shame produced?
- Hidden Sex: Art and Shame was produced in France.