Nam June Paik, known for his early, innovative use of technology in art, is the subject of this Sundance-selected documentary...
Nam June Paik, known for his early, innovative use of technology in art, is the subject of this Sundance-selected documentary that explores his uncanny predictions of the pitfalls and benefits of an integrated digital world. Narrated by Steven Yeun (Minari).
'While covering the artist’s peripapetic journey across the mid-century avant-garde in Europe and the United States, Kim pays special attention to Paik’s Korean-American identity and his life as an artist at the forefront of an emergent art form... this enchanting documentary portrait—featuring readings of Paik’s writings by actor Steven Yeun—offers insight into one of the most influential artists of our time, whose outlook on human behavior and technology resonates ever more powerfully in today’s interconnected world.' (MOMA.org)
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90 %30 reviewsRotten Tomatoes® rating
"A tantalising portrait..."
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Variety
Variety"Amusing and engaging..."
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The Guardian
The Guardian"A less than radical primer on a legendary artist."
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Slant Magazine
Slant Magazine"Kim’s feature doc debut is as sprightly as the man whose life she follows..."
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Screen Daily
Screen Daily"The film’s sense of art history is somewhat blinkered by lack of context. But Paik is undeniable..."
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The New York Times
The New York Times"Kim strives to remain true to her subject’s sensibilities..."
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Wall Street Journal
Wall Street Journal"It’s somewhat disappointing... that Kim opts for a conventionally paced, linear, talking head structure for such an unconventional figure."
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RogerEbert.com
RogerEbert.comNam June Paik: Moon Is The Oldest TV | Details
- Rating
- M, Nudity and coarse language
- Runtime
- 110
- Genre
- Documentary
- Country of origin
- USA
