Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century (1992)
Critics place Berenice Abbott at the head of her class. She was one of the greatest American photographers of the 20th Century. From her portraits of the avant-garde taken in Paris during the 1920's, to her documentation of New York in the 1930's, to her science photography of the 1950s, and her studies of small-town America, Abbott's genius is in the incredible range of her work. Filmed during her 91st and 92nd years, the open-hearted Abbott takes us on a guided tour of her century. The tour teaches history, perseverance, courage, and single-minded dedication to one's chosen field. A brilliant film about a brilliant American artist!
Director: Kay Weaver, Martha Wheelock
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 57 min
Release Date: January 1, 1992
Cast
- Berenice Abbott - Herself
Editing: Martha Wheelock
Production: Ishtar Films
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Kay Weaver, Martha Wheelock
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century about?
- Critics place Berenice Abbott at the head of her class. She was one of the greatest American photographers of the 20th Century. From her portraits of the avant-garde taken in Paris during the 1920's, to her documentation of New York in the 1930's, to her science photography of the 1950s, and her studies of small-town America, Abbott's genius is in the incredible range of her work. Filmed during her 91st and 92nd years, the open-hearted Abbott takes us on a guided tour of her century. The tour teaches history, perseverance, courage, and single-minded dedication to one's chosen field. A brilliant film about a brilliant American artist!
- Who directed Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century?
- Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century was directed by Kay Weaver, Martha Wheelock.
- Who stars in Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century?
- Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century stars Berenice Abbott.
- How long is Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century?
- Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
- What genre is Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century?
- Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century is a Documentary film.
- Where was Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century produced?
- Berenice Abbott: A View of the 20th Century was produced in United States of America.