Five film festivals awarded accolades to Derek Hess's story, which details his struggles with alcoholism and bipolar disorder and their impact on his art.
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Five film festivals awarded accolades to Derek Hess's story, which details his struggles with alcoholism and bipolar disorder and their impact on his art.
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Cleveland artist Derek Hess confronts his battles with alcoholism and bipolar disorder in Forced Perspective. The 95-minute film, directed by Nick Cavalier, details how these struggles influence his artwork and personal life. Hess’s story unfolds alongside his impact on music and culture. The documentary has received multiple awards, including Best Documentary at the 2015 Kingston Film Festival.
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Why Watch
- See Derek Hess's impactful art and personal story.
- Find out about his battles with alcoholism and bipolar disorder.
- Meet the artist behind award-winning works in multiple festivals.
Did You Know
- Forced Perspective won the Local Heroes Award at the 2015 Cleveland International Film Festival.
- The film received the Best Cinematography Award at the 2015 Beverly Hills Film Festival.
- It was awarded Best Art Documentary at the 2015 Atlanta International Documentary Film Festival.
- Forced Perspective was an official selection for 'Excellence in title design' at the 2015 SXSW film festival.
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What is the duration of the documentary Forced Perspective?
The duration of Forced Perspective is 95 minutes.
What awards did Forced Perspective win?
Forced Perspective won multiple awards including Best Art Documentary at the 2015 Atlanta International Documentary Film Festival and Best Feature Film Award at the 2015 Reel Indie Film Fest in Toronto.
Who is the artist featured in Forced Perspective?
The artist featured in Forced Perspective is Derek Hess, an American artist known for his struggles with alcoholism and bipolar disorder.
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