The curtain opens on the Notre Dame Cathedral in its prime. Then, we see the 2019 fire which destroyed much of the beloved Paris landmark. Why did so many feel such grief for the destruction of a single building in France? Part art history crash course, part art appreciation lesson, this segment of You, Myself and Art focuses on the act of human expression and its relation to art. Many varied experts question, “Who are we through the medium of art?”
These artists, critics, historians, and anthropologists deliver different answers to the question and inquire further: Why do we make art? What counts as art? Why does art matter? Powerful emotional reasoning and hard science combine themselves into a continuing understanding of humanity’s need to create, or—in the words of one expert—“make special.”
You, Myself and Art - Who We Are Through the Medium of Art uses an all-ages-friendly infotainment styling to make its points. This styling, however, does not extend to the content presented in this documentary series. A dozen or so experts relay their opinions, experiences, and knowledge around a subject that has puzzled artists, philosophers, and even the average person as long as we’ve had the words to debate it: What is art, and why are we compelled to make it?
The high production value and excellent expert analysis make this selection from the documentary series You, Myself and Art a must-have for any library at any education level which serves an art program. Professors of beginner’s art history will find particular value in this title, though any arts instructor will see the usefulness of this documentary. Highly Recommended.
What type of instructors could use this documentary?
Professors of beginner’s art history will find particular value in You, Myself and Art. Overall, the documentary can be used to engage students in a range of subjects, to foster creativity and critical thinking, and to encourage self-reflection and personal growth.
Where does this title belong on public library shelves?
You, Myself and Art belongs on art documentary shelves.
What type of film series could use this title?
Any programming around beginner’s art would benefit from the addition of You, Myself and Art - Who We Are Through the Medium of Art.
What type of classrooms could use this documentary as an educational resource?
Art education: The documentary can be used in art classes to inspire and educate students on the creative process and the importance of self-expression in art.
Cultural studies: The documentary can be used in cultural studies classes to explore how art reflects and shapes cultural values and identities.
Psychology: The documentary can be used in psychology classes to explore how the creation and consumption of art can reveal important aspects of human nature, such as our desires, fears, and aspirations.
Personal development: The documentary can be used in personal development classes or workshops to encourage individuals to explore their own identities through creative expression.
Critical thinking: The documentary can be used in critical thinking classes to teach students how to analyze and interpret art and to understand the cultural and historical contexts in which it is created.
What is the retail price and/or Public Performance License fee?
$150.00 Digital Rights 1 Yr/ $44.95 DVD