Anselm
Oct 12 2023
•2h 33m
•Documentary
This unique cinematic experience dives deep into an artist’s work and reveals his life path, inspiration, and creative process. It explores his fascination with myth and history. Past and present are interwoven to diffuse the line between film and painting, allowing the audience to be completely immersed in the remarkable world of one of the greatest contemporary artists, Anselm Kiefer. Wim Wenders shot this unique portrait over the course of two years in stunning 3D.
Cast
See allAnselm Kiefer
Anselm
Anton Wenders
Anselm (Boy)
Daniel Kiefer
Anselm (Young)
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