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This Is Berlin Not New York

  • 2008
  • Not Rated
  • 1h 10m
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This Is Berlin Not New York (2008)
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This documentary traces the journey of fifteen young, talented New York Artists to Berlin, as they meet and join forces with their German counterparts. Together, the American and German arti... Read allThis documentary traces the journey of fifteen young, talented New York Artists to Berlin, as they meet and join forces with their German counterparts. Together, the American and German artists explore artistic ideas and concepts while collaborating on original projects that push... Read allThis documentary traces the journey of fifteen young, talented New York Artists to Berlin, as they meet and join forces with their German counterparts. Together, the American and German artists explore artistic ideas and concepts while collaborating on original projects that push conventional boundaries. Original musical scores and animated artwork complement and enha... Read all

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    • Ethan H. Minsker
  • Writer
    • Ethan H. Minsker
  • Stars
    • Un Lee
    • Ethan H. Minsker
    • Ted Riederer
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    • Director
      • Ethan H. Minsker
    • Writer
      • Ethan H. Minsker
    • Stars
      • Un Lee
      • Ethan H. Minsker
      • Ted Riederer
    • 9User reviews
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    James Rubio
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    Arturo Vega
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    9wgueorguiev

    viva la Antagonists

    The Antagonist Movement is one of the best things to come out of and happen in the East Village. The film is an inspiration, much as the Antagonists they themselves are.

    On any given Thursday night, an assorted and talented crew of artists and bands set up and basically provide the most interesting, friendly and entertaining night downtown.

    The film seems to be an important document of what is happening and interesting now in post-post NYC, especially the East Village which has gone through so many cultural phases.

    One of the best attributes of the Antagonist Movement is the people themselves. Individualists, with a sense of community building and tons of creativity.
    1bisylisy

    Not for serious art enthusiasts

    There is nothing in this movie that you probably haven't seen. Do yourself a favour and watch Simon Schama instead. This movie is boring and uninteresting. For anyone who went to art school it may remind you of that naive time in your life when you felt like you knew it all and making a mess of public and private property was totally dope. The problem here is that the message is dated and so is the cast as they resort to art gimmicks and graffiti pranks that were hip some time before 2008. If you pay attention to current art trends and art markets, you've already seen this movie. Don't waste your time watching this film. Very lame.
    3riddleriddle

    Euro trip

    I started watching thanks to my obsession for Berlin. The film presents the journey of some young and impassioned artists. Overall the film was pretty boring, and the art was not great either. I felt like a tag along on someone else's post-college European trip. This is basically a check off that I watched this thing at one point in my life.
    10nueel

    most inspiring!

    this film takes you through a whirlwind of creative adventures in Berlin! what a ingenious idea! the film captures every moment of the creative process from new york to the cities of Berlin! it pushes the boundaries of art-making into a whole new level! the artist's dedication to making art is an inspiration. the film and the artists motivates to challenge one's creativity. there is a strong sense of camaraderie that one wants to be part of. this film is influential in so many ways. this movement is pretty much a LETS MAKE SOME F***** ART guide to all who wants to create. it is a lesson in getting off one's butt and doing something about making art. thank the filmmaker for making this film!
    10binnorie

    The Antagonist Art Movement's collective endeavor to make art in Berlin away from their New York home.

    The Antagonist Movement consists of an amazing group of artists who make art without pretension. By following the day-to-day experiences during their trip to Berlin, this documentary exhibits a down-to-earth and accessible side of art; It shows the heart and soul of art's intentions and value, and delves deeper than many "high-art" venue would today.

    The documentary itself is a creative work involving various kinds of animations created by Antagonist members. It focuses on individual artists' work and, by doing so, shows how the members of the movement mesh.

    "This is Berlin, Not New York" illustrates why street art and lowbrow is becoming this decade's art paradigm. No artist should miss this, nor any art agent, nor art lover.

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      The title for this film was inspired by a Hardcore punk record titled this is "Boston not New York"
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      Features Self Medicated a Film About Art (2014)

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    • Release date
      • December 8, 2008 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • Germany
    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • Berlin, Germany
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      • Minsker and Lee production
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      • $10,000 (estimated)
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      • 1h 10m(70 min)

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