Fresh
This curiously intimate documentary about artist Altina Schinasi, as told through her myriad marriages, engrosses in its own fittingly slapdash way.
Ronnie Scheib, Variety
Altina
"Who decreed that art should just be something you nail up on a wall?"
2014 · 1h 19m · NOT RATED
Documentary
Directed by
Peter Sanders
Overview
You may not have heard the name, but after seeing this absorbing documentary, you will never forget her. Artist Altina Schinasi (1907—1999) led a fascinating life that intersected with key movements in 20th century American history. This absorbing documentary follows Altina from her birth to a wealthy Jewish family from Turkey, through her school days, her development as a sexually liberated artist, her political activism, her many marriages and her countless artistic achievements. A wonderful testament to an outstanding woman ahead of her time.
Director and cast
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
86%
Tomatometer
Fresh
An absorbing look at wealth, privilege, creativity and progressive thinking.
Gary Goldstein, Los Angeles Times
Fresh
To Ms. Schinasi's credit, two of her husbands break down in tears on camera while talking about her, and the other two are dead.
Anita Gates, New York Times
Fresh
A joyful portrait, although it doesn't leave out some blemishes.
Daphne Howland, Village Voice
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