Art City: Making it in Manhattan

Lively jazz arrangements set the mood and the roving camera sets the scene as viewers embark on a trip through the art capital of the world, New York City. Studio visits to established artists such as Louise Bourgeois, Chuck Close, Brice Marden, Elizabeth Murray and Gary Simmons provide an opportunity to witness the creative process and to hear the artists' surprisingly articulate comments on their sources of inspiration, commitment to the life, and reactions to success. Their stories are complemented by scenes featuring collectors and dealers showing how they influence tastes and the art market itself. Discerning editing technique, superior camera work, and an exceptional, well integrated musical score come together to provide a lively, entertaining and stylish view of making art in the 1990's. Highly recommended. Aud: H, C, P. (J. Reed)