2023 | France, Germany, Hungary, United States | Documentary

György Kepes: Interthinking Art + Science

  • English - 97 mins
  • Director | Márton Orosz
  • Writer | -
  • Producer | László Zsolt Bordos

STATUS: Released

This film is currently not available.   

"With the Scientist’s Brain, the Poet’s Heart, and the Painter’s Eye" explores György Kepes, a pivotal yet overlooked figure in media art. Directed by Márton Orosz, the documentary examines Kepes's contributions to "visual culture" and his roles at the New Bauhaus in Chicago and MIT's Center for Advanced Visual Studies. It raises critical questions about technology's role in enhancing creativity and sustainability. Through Kepes's life, the film highlights his vision of "optical democracy," solidifying his legacy in the Art and Technology Movement and his lasting influence on contemporary thought.

Documentary Visual Culture Sustainability Optical Democracy Media Art
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