Deep Dive: Remembering Surrounded Islands (2019)
Film Lens
Remembering Surrounded Islands commemorates the 35th anniversary of the Surrounded Islands art installation by Christo & Jeanne-Claude. The film presents a documentary exhibition at the Perez Art Museum Miami, which is the first time this exhibition was displayed in North America. The installation wrapped eleven small islands in Biscayne Bay with 6.5 million square feet of bubble gum pink woven polypropylene plastic, creating a striking visual impact in the landscape.
The documentary provides insights into the artists' vision and the environmental context of their work. It captures the significance of the installation not only as a temporary art piece but also as a commentary on the relationship between art and nature. The film emphasizes the scale and ambition of the project, reflecting on its lasting legacy in the art world and the Miami community.
Why Watch
- •See Christo & Jeanne-Claude's unique art installation.
- •Find out about the environmental impact of the project.
- •Meet the artists behind the monumental work.
Did You Know
•The Surrounded Islands installation used 6.5 million square feet of plastic.
•The exhibition at Perez Art Museum Miami marked the first display in North America.
•The installation wrapped eleven small islands in Biscayne Bay.
Perfect For
Art installation enthusiastsEnvironmental art loversMiami history buffs