Van Gogh & Japan(MOViE MOViE: Life is Art 2019)

“I envy the Japanese.”

One cannot fully understand Vincent van Gogh without understanding his obsession with Japanese art.

During his life in Paris, van Gogh completely fell under the spell of Japanese culture, which saw him move to the South of France, where he believed he would be closer to his dream land. Having never visited the country, the post-impressionist master was nonetheless profoundly influenced by the aesthetics and philosophies of Japanese prints. He visited Japanese art galleries, and extensively researched and collected artworks that inspired his new creative direction.

The film journeys through The Netherlands, France, and Japan, to explore the fascinating relationship between van Gogh and the exotic Japanese heritage.

25 Aug 2019 (Sun) 1:10pm MOViE MOViE Cityplaza with post-screening sharing (20 mins)*
*Guest：Alan Chan (Designer, Brand Consultant & Artist)

12 Sept 2019 (Thur) 7:40pm PALACE ifc with post-screening sharing (20 mins)*
*Guest: Alexandra A. Seno (Art Critic & Head of Development, Asian Art Archive)