Jack Smith and the Destruction of Atlantis
Jack Smith and the Destruction of Atlantis

Jack Smith and the Destruction of Atlantis (11/04/2007)

Synopsis

In this entrancing documentary on performance artist, photographer and underground filmmaker Jack Smith, photographs and rare clips of Smith's performances and films punctuate interviews with artists, critics, friends and foes to create an engaging portrait of the artist. Widely known for his banned queer erotica film Flaming Creatures, Smith was an innovator and firebrand who influenced artists such as Andy Warhol and John Waters.

Production

Tongue Press

Pays de production

United States of America

Genres

Documentary

Jack Smith

Jack Smith

Ira Cohen

Ira Cohen

Tony Conrad

Tony Conrad

Henry Hills

Henry Hills

Ken Jacobs

Ken Jacobs

George Kuchar

George Kuchar