A 1971 phone call from Surrealist artist Leonora Carrington leads Gloria Orenstein to a career as a feminist art critic and scholar.
“Unearthing Women Artists of Surrealism”
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A 1971 phone call from Surrealist artist Leonora Carrington leads Gloria Orenstein to a career as a feminist art critic and scholar.
Synopsis
Gloria Orenstein receives a call from Surrealist artist Leonora Carrington in 1971, igniting her passion for art and ecofeminism. Over the next four decades, Orenstein becomes a prominent feminist art critic, advocating for women's contributions to Surrealism. Directed by Cheri Gaulke, "Gloria's Call" uses animation and storytelling to present Orenstein’s narrative and the overlooked history of women artists. The film runs for 17 minutes and was released in 2019.
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Why Watch
- Meet Gloria Orenstein, a key feminist art critic.
- See the impact of Leonora Carrington on Orenstein's life.
- Find out about women artists in Surrealism.
Did You Know
- Gloria Orenstein received a call from Leonora Carrington in 1971.
- The film was directed by Cheri Gaulke and released in 2019.
- Dr. Gloria Feman Orenstein is recognized as a leading feminist art critic.
- The documentary has a duration of 17 minutes.
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Who is Gloria Orenstein?
Gloria Orenstein is a graduate student who received a pivotal call from Surrealist artist Leonora Carrington in 1971, leading her to become a leading feminist art critic and scholar.
What is the duration of Gloria's Call?
Gloria's Call has a duration of 17 minutes.
Who directed Gloria's Call?
Gloria's Call was directed by Cheri Gaulke.
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