Brush with Life: The Art of Being Edward Biberman

March. 03,2007

Rating：

1.5

Genre：

History Documentary

Keywords：

Biography Artist Painting

Trailer Synopsis Cast

This documentary brings alive a remarkable artist’s passionate journey through a turbulent century. Both epic and surprisingly intimate, the film presents a classic American immigrant saga, an inspiring search for artistic independence, and a great romance. Along the way, Biberman's growing commitment to social justice and struggle against McCarthy-era repression (his brother, director Herbert Biberman, went to prison as one of The Hollywood Ten) combine with his efforts to create both a loving family life and a groundbreaking body of work. With its grand scope, rich personalities, and vast array of breathtaking artwork, Brush With Life connects us in a deeply personal way to a brilliant artist who lived by the same high standards he set for his paintings.

Herbert J. Biberman as Self

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2007/03/03

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2007/03/04

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2007/03/05

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2007/03/06

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