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A Test of Violence

A Test of Violence

1969•14m•6.5/10
Documentary

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6.5/10(8)

Stuart Cooper's short about the work of Spanish artist Juan Genovés is an inspired introduction to the works of this extraordinary artist, exploring its minimalist aesthetic and storytelling qualities through a variety of cinematic techniques, including rostrum, animation, news footage and live action recreations.

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