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Meenaxi: M.F. Husain’s Cinematic Canvas of Art and Imagination

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M.F. Hussain, renowned as the “Picasso of India,” made an unforgettable impression on the world of art with his ingenuity and limitless imagination. His first venture towards filmmaking resulted  in the gem known as “Meenaxi.” This cinematic masterpiece, which was released in 2004, demonstrates  Hussain’s abilities as a painter, storyteller, and visionary. Meenaxi immerses spectators […]

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Dispelling Myths About Vincent Van Gogh in Julian Schnabel’s “At Eternity’s Gate

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Renowned artist and filmmaker Julian Schnabel’s venture into cinema, “At Eternity’s Gate,” offers a fresh perspective on the life and art of Vincent van Gogh. Departing from traditional biopic narratives, Schnabel’s film challenges long-held misconceptions about the iconic painter, aiming to provide a more nuanced understanding of his genius and struggles. In a candid conversation

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The Pablo-m of Picasso: A Review of Hannah Gadsby’s “Its Pablo-matic”

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Since the MeToo Movement began, the misogyny of many ‘legends’ has come into focus, especially in the arts—literature, cinema, the visual arts and even comedy. An important question that is being asked, again and again, is whether we can, in fact, separate the art from the artist. The first time I stood in front of

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From Novel to Icon: ‘The Agony and the Ecstasy’ and the Timeless Image of Michelangelo

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“The Agony and the Ecstasy” by Irving Stone is a seminal work in historical fiction, offering readers a vivid portrayal of the life and art of the Renaissance genius Michelangelo Buonarroti. This scholarly article seeks to delve into the depth of Stone’s narrative, exploring its historical accuracy, character development, and artistic interpretations. Through a comprehensive

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5 Short Films On Indian Handicraft You Need To Watch This Weekend!

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Vaishnavi Srivastava Looking to learn more about Indian art and handicrafts during this long weekend? Well, you happen to stumble across the right article. We at Abir Pothi have compiled a list of five documentaries on Indian Handicrafts that one must watch in order to explore more of the Indian art scene from an artisan’s

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The Disturbing Beauty of Midsommar: Art and Foreshadowing.

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Vaishnavi Srivastava Warning: movie spoilers, gore and nude imagery. Over the years post its release back in 2019, Midsommar -the beautifully grotesque horror by the Hereditary-famed director Ari Aster has certainly made its rounds in conversations amongst the “cinephile” circles for the movie’s out-of the-ordinary imagery and visuals which might be a little too, well,

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