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"Frazetta's form and figures are never artificial or superficial; instead, they draw us in, seduce the eye, and provide lasting pleasure. As with all of Frazetta's art, one is immediately impressed with the simple beauty of his creations, from the tiniest cluster of mushrooms to the voluptuous nymph. Frazetta's unique rhythm, harmony and grace always produce a beautiful result. These little treasures reveal Frazetta at his lyrical best, and they represent a very important part of his artistic character that is often overlooked."
Fantasy art is a genre of art that depicts magical or other supernatural themes, ideas, creatures or settings. While there is some overlap with science fiction, horror and other speculative fiction art, there are unique elements not generally found in other forms of speculative fiction art. Depictions of ancient myths and legends, as well as depictions of modern day fantasy in the form of divine interventions and other magical or supernatural forces, are very common elements, and help distinguish fantasy art from other forms. Dragons, wizards, fairies and other fantastical and mythical creatures are common features in fantasy art.
This is the trailer for a documentary film on the life and art of legendary fantasy artist Frank Frazetta. The film airs regularly on IFC and is also available on DVD.
Fantasy art is a genre of art that depicts magical or other supernatural themes, ideas, creatures or settings. While there is some overlap with science fiction, horror and other speculative fiction art, there are unique elements not generally found in other forms of speculative fiction art. Depictions of ancient myths and legends, as well as depictions of modern day fantasy in the form of divine interventions and other magical or supernatural forces, are very common elements, and help distinguish fantasy art from other forms. Dragons, wizards, fairies and other fantastical and mythical creatures are common features in fantasy art.
This is the trailer for a documentary film on the life and art of legendary fantasy artist Frank Frazetta. The film airs regularly on IFC and is also available on DVD.
"This is the documentary to end all documentaries. As you sit there and listen to his childhood, the teenage friends... the gods of comic art, the E.C. years, the movie poster years, the Paper Backs... and the ascension to godhood, the strokes, the fighting back... It is such a great story."
- Harry Knowles, Ain't It Cool News
Read the full review here: AintItCoolNews.pdf
"A splendid example of a documentary that makes full use of the rich potentials of the form."
- Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times
Read the full review here: LosAngelesTimesReview.pdf
“A fascinating journey through the backwaters of American comic book and movie-poster art”
- John Patterson, LA Weekly
Read the full review here: AintItCoolNews.pdf
"A splendid example of a documentary that makes full use of the rich potentials of the form."
- Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times
Read the full review here: LosAngelesTimesReview.pdf
“A fascinating journey through the backwaters of American comic book and movie-poster art”
- John Patterson, LA Weekly
Read the full review here: LA WeeklyCalendarReview.pdf
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