Wilhelmina Barns-Graham's ascent of the Grindelwald glacier in 1949 profoundly influenced her artistic vision, prompting a reevaluation of her role in British modern art.
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Wilhelmina Barns-Graham's ascent of the Grindelwald glacier in 1949 profoundly influenced her artistic vision, prompting a reevaluation of her role in British modern art.
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Wilhelmina Barns-Graham ascended the Grindelwald glacier in Switzerland in May 1949, an experience that transformed her artistic vision. Directed by Mark Cousins, *A Sudden Glimpse to Deeper Things* profiles Barns-Graham's life and career, arguing for a reevaluation of her contributions to British modern art. The film premiered at the 58th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in July 2024, where it won the Crystal Globe for best film. It later screened in Munich at the 40th International Documentary Filmfestival, earning its editor, Timo Langer, the DOK.edit Award.
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Why Watch
- See Wilhelmina Barns-Graham's artistic legacy reexamined.
- Find out about the influence of Leonardo da Vinci on her work.
- Meet the award-winning editor Timo Langer and his unique style.
Did You Know
- The film won the Crystal Globe for best film at the 58th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in July 2024.
- Timo Langer won the DOK.edit Award for editing at the 40th International Documentary Filmfestival in May 2025.
- The film has a duration of 89 minutes.
- It presents an argument that Wilhelmina Barns-Graham's artistic legacy is underrated.
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Who directed A Sudden Glimpse to Deeper Things?
Mark Cousins directed A Sudden Glimpse to Deeper Things.
What award did the film win at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival?
The film won the Crystal Globe for best film at the 58th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.
When was the film screened at the International Documentary Filmfestival in Munich?
The film was screened in May 2025 at the 40th International Documentary Filmfestival in Munich.
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