Presents the story of Grant Wood, an American self-taught artist who painted the gentle curves of his neighbouring hills, the neatly ploughed fields, the daily routine of western life as well as such classic themes in American History as Paul Revere’s ride. The film brings together a collection of Grant Wood’s best work. Credits include: photography by John Lewis; music by Lan Adomian. Narrated by Henry Fonda.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
321016
Language
English
Subject categories
Crafts & Visual Arts → Art - History
Crafts & Visual Arts → Art and society
Crafts & Visual Arts → Art criticism
Crafts & Visual Arts → Art, Modern - 20th century
Crafts & Visual Arts → Art, Modern - 20th century - United States
Crafts & Visual Arts → Artists
Crafts & Visual Arts → Artists - United States
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)