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202590 minGdocumentary

Maintenance Artist

202590 minGdocumentary

One artist-in-residence at NYC’s Department of Sanitation transforms public perceptions of waste and art through innovative projects.

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Toby Perl Freilich

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One artist-in-residence at NYC’s Department of Sanitation transforms public perceptions of waste and art through innovative projects.

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Toby Perl Freilichdirector

Toby Perl Freilichwriter

Anne Alvergue

Anne Alverguewriter

Mierle Laderman Ukelescast

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Mierle Laderman Ukeles works at the New York City Department of Sanitation as its first artist-in-residence. Her role challenges traditional views of art and waste. The documentary follows Ukeles as she creates public art that engages with the realities of sanitation work. It examines her innovative approach to blending artistic expression with the everyday tasks of maintaining a city. The film runs for 90 minutes and was released in 2025.

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