Art and the Cold War. Esthetic Resistance
2024•1h 14m•Released
Documentary
A story about the relationship between independent Soviet art and the West. It recalls a time when art was larger and more important than life itself. On one side, there are independent Soviet artists who lack not only the output but also the finances to complete their works. On the other side, there is the tempting West whose ambassadors (in the literal sense) take active interest in the Soviet underground art market. Selling one’s works to the West is a tricky business since the almighty KGB stands between the two mutually interested parties. Nevertheless, an incredible quantity of mainly Estonian and Moscovian visual art is sold and taken across the border. This is facilitated mainly by Western diplomats, behind whose coordinated actions stands none other than the CIA.
Director
Sandra Jõgeva
Writer
Sandra Jõgeva
Languages
English, Estonian, Russian
Studio
Maagiline Masin
Production
Company
Maagiline Masin
Producer
Kristiina Davidjants
Producer
Anu Veermäe
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