At 88 years old, Yayoi Kusama continues to create art while living in a mental hospital, having become one of the best-selling artists in the world.
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At 88 years old, Yayoi Kusama continues to create art while living in a mental hospital, having become one of the best-selling artists in the world.
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Yayoi Kusama, now 88 years old, continues to create art from her residence in a mental hospital. The 2018 documentary "Kusama: Infinity" details her rise to fame as one of the world’s best-selling artists. Directed by Heather Lenz, the film covers Kusama's struggles with sexism, racism, and mental illness. It features contributions from artists and critics, including Frank Stella and Frances Morris. Released by Magnolia Pictures on September 7, 2018, the film highlights her signature polka dot motifs and infinity rooms.
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The GuardianA celebratory introduction to the work of Yayoi Kusama, Japan’s biggest-selling living artist, hints at the roots of her obsessive pattern-making.
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- Meet Yayoi Kusama, a groundbreaking artist.
- See her fight against sexism and racism.
- Follow her journey to international fame.
Did You Know
- Kusama: Infinity was released on September 7, 2018.
- The film was nominated for 'Best First-Time Director' at the 3rd Critics' Choice Documentary Awards.
- The documentary has a runtime of 80 minutes.
- Kusama is now one of the best-selling artists in the world.
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Who directed the documentary Kusama: Infinity?
Heather Lenz directed, wrote, and produced Kusama: Infinity.
When was Kusama: Infinity released?
Kusama: Infinity was released on September 7, 2018.
What awards was Kusama: Infinity nominated for?
Kusama: Infinity was nominated in the 'Best First-Time Director' category at the 3rd Critics' Choice Documentary Awards.
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