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200970 minGdocumentary

A Obra de Arte

200970 minGdocumentary

Five prominent artists, including Eduardo Sued and Beatriz Milhazes, share their insights on the definition and significance of artistic creation.

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Five prominent artists, including Eduardo Sued and Beatriz Milhazes, share their insights on the definition and significance of artistic creation.

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Marcos Ribeirodirector

Beatriz Milhazescast

Carlo Vergaracast

Cildo Meirelescast

Eduardo Suedcast

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Eduardo Sued, Carlos Vergara, Beatriz Milhazes, Cildo Meireles, and Ernesto Neto share their insights on artistic creation in "A Obra de Arte." The 70-minute documentary covers the definition and evolution of art. It features personal testimonies that reflect on the birth and recognition of artistic works. Through these voices, the film presents a range of perspectives on what constitutes art and how it is celebrated.

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