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Vision Portraits is a movie starring John Dugdale, Rodney Evans, and Kayla Hamilton. An in-depth exploration of the creative paths of blind and visually impaired artists including a photographer, dancer, writer and filmmaker..

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Documentary
Director
Rodney Evans
Starring
John Dugdale, Kayla Hamilton, Rodney Evans, Ryan Knighton

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Genres Documentary
Director Rodney Evans
Writer Rodney Evans
Stars John Dugdale, Kayla Hamilton, Rodney Evans, Ryan Knighton
Country Germany, USA, Canada
Runtime 1 h 18 min
Audio Português  English  Deutsch  Italiano  Español  Français  Gaeilge  Svenska  Nederlands
Subtitles Português  日本語  Čeština  Australia  한국어  Filipino  Tiếng Việt  हिन्दी 
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Description An in-depth exploration of the creative paths of blind and visually impaired artists including a photographer, dancer, writer and filmmaker..

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23 customer reviews about «Vision Portraits»

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Julia Thomas
Tuesday, 09 Feb 2021 17:10

I have been to many films in my life and even though some were interesting, the majority were uninteresting. This film is an exception, and the negatives were all positive. I was interested from the beginning to the end. The story is interesting, and even though it's somewhat predictable, it makes sense. It also doesn't rely on CGI to get the audience involved. The effects are spot on. It's a shame they didn't include many of the behind the scenes footage, but I understand that. Overall, a really good film, which has everything that a good film should have.
Donna Williams
Friday, 05 Feb 2021 12:45

It was a pleasure watching this documentary and it is an excellent film about a subject that needs a lot of attention. The way the people depicted in the film interact with one another is simply amazing and well worth watching. I have always been fascinated by people and I have always enjoyed documentaries and this one is an excellent one.
Sara
Monday, 01 Feb 2021 08:20

I am very upset at the lack of answers. It is highly irresponsible for the film maker to mislead the public, when it was supposed to tell the truth. I also do not understand how he can take the camera and the lighting. He must have been using a smaller digital camera. The lighting made it look like they were in the studio. The quality of the photography was not on par with a high end digital camera. I understand it is difficult to get a shot for a documentary, but this is not a documentary. This is no way a documentary, the director needs to be more careful.
Jessica Salazar
Tuesday, 19 Jan 2021 09:21

That's all I have to say about this great documentary. I guess it's true what the title says: "It's all in the eye of the beholder." In this case, it's the eye of the artist. If you don't agree with the information in the film, it's up to you to decide if it's a valid point, or if it's just completely wrong. And if you're a fan of art, it's not that hard to think about why that point should be up for debate. We've all been there. The other two pictures that are included in the documentary are of two different scenes of the same artist's works, taken in different places, both in Paris. In each case, the artists took an assignment to draw a different scene from a different artist's book. The more attention that you pay to one of the images, the more you'll notice it's a representation of that particular artist. One, called "The Confession," is a painting from the 60s, by Rene Magritte. The other is "Madame Butterfly," by Gabor Csupo. And these two pictures have nothing in common. It was probably the same artist, the artist of both pictures, who designed the titles of the photographs. But when you see both of these pictures, it seems as if they're really from the same artist. I'd like to think that this is a true reflection of the artist's style. So when you see the "Confession" from Magritte, it's clear to me that he's no longer the same person that he was in the past. And then you see the other picture from Csupo, called "Madame Butterfly," which is a drawing from a book by a different artist, Bertolucci. It seems to me that Csupo's version is a little bit more realistic, more realistic than Magritte's. I guess it would be a much better idea to look at both pictures side-by-side. But then again, if you like the two pictures and you are able to see the truth about them, you'll probably be very satisfied with the answers that you get. If you're looking for a "taste of art history," don't get it. Go to the Internet or another website. The only way to make sense of this information is to watch the documentary. It's not for everyone. And it's certainly not for me.
Lauren D.
Friday, 08 Jan 2021 12:42

Over the past two years, I have been seeing a lot of really ugly portraits on the walls of the public galleries of the various art museums around the world. You might have noticed that the young women in my photos were often adorned with brightly colored white sheets or mauves. This phenomenon is known as e-skin, and it's been going on for years. The problems are two-fold. First, e-skin is a colorless product of a new technology that brings with it the promise of unprecedented beauty. And second, e-skin is a shallow marketing gimmick, which as most people will tell you, has nothing to do with women's fashion. I have heard numerous stories about the kinds of e-skin, and the artist who's doing the most to use it for this purpose is the Dutch painter/illustrator Jan Sebatian. In a few short years, he has become the king of e-skin, and it's absolutely evident that he's doing this for the love of art. For me, this is an important part of the story. As Sebatian continues to create these portraits, I feel that he has betrayed his art-world peers and betrayed his own ideals. Instead of using e-skin as a tool to express the struggles and frustrations of his contemporary audience, he has largely abandoned it in favor of a dullish, unrefined, monochromatic color palette. The result is a lack of insight into the issues at hand and a feeling that there's nothing on the screen that the viewer hasn't already seen, which ultimately leads to the cynical cynicism that Sebatian has come to be associated with. In one scene, he turns to his admirers and asks, "Are you ready for your portraits to be painted again?" I can't say I blame him. The problem is, that no one wants to look at the real people. What Sebatian has failed to recognize is that for every picture of the young woman's face that he paints, there is another picture of her not smiling. We don't see the emotional turmoil of the artist's former proteges. We see the failure of a failing artistic career, not a hotshot illustrator's temporary one. We see the decline of a young woman in her early twenties, whose talents are still being wasted. The reality is that, as Sebatian points out, women don't need to be painted, and the unrefined colors of e-skin don't paint women. Instead, the product we have now has enough to do without us, and it isn't a very good one. Even if you think the man behind the camera is a fraud, you'll find yourself able to keep your skepticism until the end. If I had to call him a hoaxer, then yes. But if I had to say what a fraudulent artist he is, then he's a fraud. If you think e-skin is an imperfect substitute for a sincere artistic endeavor, then you need to see this movie. It's very personal, and you can't have it both ways. You can't be a kind viewer and a dishonest artist. The film is a powerful and revealing document of an artist's abandonment of his true purpose in life. It's a painful personal story, and one that you can't take lightly. It doesn't make you feel good, but it can make you feel very sad, sad for the young woman that Sebatian's portrait of her failed to portray.
Michelle Robertson
Wednesday, 06 Jan 2021 10:22

I saw this documentary for the first time this morning at the Toronto International Film Festival. It's a short film and short. It only goes for an hour and fifteen minutes but it packs in a lot of information that should make most of you want to know more about the origins of Portraits. What the film does is discuss how some of the same people have changed over the years. I think that it is a fascinating documentary that's worth seeing.
Zachary
Sunday, 13 Dec 2020 14:44

This film provides a rare look into the life and art of Ed Ruscha, a renowned children's book author. This film is wonderful for children and adults alike because of the artistry of the pictures, and the story. I can't say enough good things about this film. This is an amazing film that I highly recommend.
Samuel Guerrero
Wednesday, 18 Nov 2020 02:17

From the creator of The International, in which 'great minds' were willing to learn and adapt to new ideas from the other side of the world. It's interesting how most of the people that speak on the documentary, share their personal experiences with how they have moved their lives forward or how they have developed. It is a message that can truly bring about change, and in some cases, change can even bring about your own death. There are moments where the documentary focuses on the people and their journey and their thinking, but in general, the documentary is very interesting. We can truly get a sense of why they have made their decisions, and the people's experiences on the journey have to be taken into account when making decisions. There is not one single person, in the documentary, who feels that they have not been influenced by another person's mind and thought process, which is the basis of this documentary. One person that really stood out was David Bradley who is obviously an incredibly brilliant thinker and thinker. He is the one who really shows off his intelligence. David Bradley's thoughts were absolutely unique, because even though he is a brilliant thinker, his 'scrambling' mind has to be the thing that separates him from everyone else. The documentary gives a great insight into what his mind thinks and his thought process. It is a testament to how people are the most amazing thing in the world. What you think, what you are going to say, what you are thinking is just as important as the thoughts themselves. David Bradley's mind is unique, but in the end, he was also able to help someone else find themselves. I think that people are amazing. I'm only 22 years old, but I feel like I have been around the block quite a few times. I have been through countless personal experiences and I've been through some extremely unique ones. I don't know what life has given me, but I have never felt so lucky. It has given me such a huge amount of courage, confidence, and belief in myself. That is something that I always need. I am thankful to David Bradley for giving me this incredible gift of learning and growing from the inside out. He has given me the gift of intelligence, but also the gift of love. Love is something that I am very grateful to have, but it has also made me completely fearless. It has given me so much confidence, and confidence is something that I will never ever be without. It has given me the courage to be myself and to become the person that I want to be. Even though I have never lived the life that David Bradley has been, I can say that I have had some of the most fulfilling and memorable times of my life, and I want to share them with the world. This documentary is truly incredible and gives such a great message of what can be achieved. I can't wait to see what other people come up with.
Ashley T.
Friday, 13 Nov 2020 12:21

This film is a wonderful documentary that tells the story of Michael Jackson's life and career through the lens of a fan. The documentary begins with the biography of Michael Jackson that he is most famous for, and tells the story of his life and career with a look at the music he has created in his career. We also see clips of many other notable events from the last thirty years, such as the 1993 World Cup, the use of the "Jazz" theme song in the first two Rocky films, and the success of his music in the 1990's. We learn about the people that worked with Jackson during the most difficult of times in his career, and the many people that went with him to each different success. We also see the impact that the "Thriller" film had on Michael Jackson's career, and the fact that his music has remained a powerful instrument in the lives of millions of people. We also see the impact that the video tape "Beat It" had on his career, and the fact that he had to come out of it with a complicated and traumatic injury. We learn that when Michael Jackson died, the world was shocked, but also he knew that the music would live on for many years to come. It is a film that all fans of Michael Jackson and music history should see. It is a must-see film for anyone who has a passion for music, or anyone who is just curious to see how a star like Michael Jackson went through a career of greatness.
Kimberly
Friday, 25 Sep 2020 18:28

I don't understand how anyone could give this movie a bad review. The images are stunning, the narration is so important and the music is so beautiful. The story is a little bit over the top, but that is the point. It is not a movie about the Vietnam war, it is about the way people have to live their lives. It is not a movie about the war, it is about the people who have to live their lives. I highly recommend it.
Sandra
Saturday, 12 Sep 2020 17:54

I've had the privilege of attending the first international conference on "Imagining the Universe". and I was thrilled to be among the diverse group of film-makers and artists who had joined forces to create a documentary that showcased a cultural phenomenon that we could all identify with. The conference, the film, and the invitation to the premiere are to be applauded. These artists and scientists were not there to show off their work, but to show us that we all have something to contribute to the world. It was amazing to see the differences in cultures, the environmental effects of our civilization, the relationships between different nations and cultures. the difference in facial expressions and nuances that are part of the language. It was a very well-conceived and executed film and an outstanding tribute to all of these individuals and their efforts.
Helen
Saturday, 05 Sep 2020 10:58

This is a documentary about the life of artist David Hockney, a master of abstraction and surrealism. He is arguably the most influential figure of the 1960s, his influence is huge and his life was certainly a weird and fascinating one. He was highly praised, and rightfully so, but also rightly hated by many of the artists he admired. For some it was artistic vanity, for others it was his insanity. Now we have this documentary, which talks about his life and his love, and it is an extremely interesting and fascinating look at the life of the man. The film is very self-referential, with interviews of people who knew him, his work and his life, and it is interesting to see how they really viewed the man, and it is very fascinating to see how his life was viewed by some of his contemporaries. For me personally the film did an excellent job of showing us how his work was viewed, and how the critics would see it. Many of the people interviewed for this film made very clear that they saw him as being very much the artist, and not a very artistic person. It is also interesting to see how the director talked about some of the oddities of his life. He would have a strange lifestyle. He had a very unorthodox relationship with his wife, which seemed to revolve around the fact that he didn't want to get married, and for the most part he had an odd relationship with his children. He had a strange relationship with his girlfriend, and talked about how he could have had a normal relationship with her but he never really got around to it. He was very religious, but was also very chaotic and angry, and was also very strange and wild. And there was a lot of weirdness in his life, he had a bizarre relationship with his sister, which was almost like a "mentor". He also had a weird relationship with his own mother, which was also very strange and weird. There was this weird and strange relationship with his father, which I thought was interesting, and how he was very unhappy with his father, but he would also talk about how his father could be "normal". This relationship had a lot of weird moments, as he would spend a lot of time with his father, and would also have a weird and unusual relationship with his mother, and then talk about how strange the relationship was. It was a very interesting look at the man and his life, and the director did a great job of showing us just how strange the man was, and how he was different from other people in his time. I also liked the fact that the director didn
Vincent
Sunday, 23 Aug 2020 11:59

I have always found this film to be the best film on Henry Kissinger. The problem with documentaries like this is that you can't get too close to the subject. You have to be able to sit and listen and see if he said what you want him to say. In this film I couldn't tell what Kissinger would have said to a sitting audience in an audience of some hundreds of people. I could not tell what he would have said in private. If you want to know what Kissinger might have said to any of the people that he is having dinner with or to anyone he is meeting for the first time at a dinner in New York, this film is the film for you. I would not recommend this film to anyone other than the people who are interested in the subject.
Adam
Friday, 31 Jul 2020 11:22

I was just trying to figure out what to do with a huge stack of bills and a Ziploc bag. I came across this. No other film has captured the essence of the junkie world like this. I knew little about the world of heroin and what makes it so addictive. What I found was not just a story of addiction but of how these people live their lives. There is humor in the desperation of some, and there is the ability to smile when others fall into despair. Some can be funny while others have lost hope. Some have found solace with a drug, others with a job. There is a mixture of characters in this film. The director, Mira Nair, and the actors were all incredibly interesting to watch. I feel like I have known these people. It's like I've been a fly on the wall for a week. And that is what the film is about. It's about the effect that drugs have on people and how those effects change the people they surround themselves with. It's about the road that a person takes to get where they want to go. It's about the strength that some people have to do what they do to survive. Some say that it's a documentary. I think it's one of the best films I've seen in a long time. It's a tale of some of the world's most bizarre characters. I recommend this film to anyone who wants to see what's wrong with the world and how it affects people. I'd recommend this film to anyone who wants to understand why some people have such a deep addiction to drugs. I just hope that one day, someone will make a film like this. It deserves it.
Joseph D.
Saturday, 18 Jul 2020 12:23

I had no idea this was going to be such a wonderful film. I was incredibly entertained and then I realized it was truly amazing. I will probably watch it again in a couple of years. I was impressed with the amazing talent that was present, and the joy it showed me. I was a little skeptical about a documentary, but I really enjoyed it. I feel like a lot of people are taking this film too seriously, and I can understand that. I don't think it is that serious, though. It is just a movie. It is a well made film. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did. I really hope that you don't judge this movie based on the reviews. Go watch it, you won't regret it. My rating: 10/10
Amber M.
Saturday, 18 Jul 2020 02:52

An excellent documentary about the global effort to make Canada a country where all religious beliefs are protected and respected. The documentary doesn't skimp on details, but it also doesn't go on and on. The film is divided into chapters, each covering a different topic. This film is a must see for everyone, who is a Canadian, or a humanist. I loved the fact that they focused on issues around gender identity, child custody, and whether you are considered a humanist, as well as other issues. I could have read the entire book on the subject, but they gave me a few quick facts and added them to the documentary. The documentary is a great way to learn about the issues surrounding this issue and to spread the word about what's happening, as well as make your own observations and comments. I was a little bit disappointed that they didn't include a clip of Prime Minister Harper's recent "Tough on Crime" speech, as he's the main reason for this documentary, but I guess that's what they wanted. I'm glad I saw the documentary, and highly recommend it.
Andrea Patterson
Sunday, 05 Jul 2020 22:55

Interesting film, with great insights into the evolution of photorealistic art. Good characterization. The story is true, but you will be disturbed by the technicalities. Great photography of the new millennium.
Julia C.
Monday, 29 Jun 2020 06:40

One of the greatest, if not the greatest, documentary about life, of two working class kids in a small town in Scotland, and the attitudes and views they have about their life. The film is only available on VHS, and it is really worth watching, not only as a documentary, but as a glimpse into a small Scottish town. It is also worth watching, as a window into the world of Scottish art, and the works of Jussi Bodulainen (a real artist, a real genius, and one of the most interesting people I have ever met). It is a great insight into the people and their lives, and the huge influence they have had on the world, especially the people of Scotland. They are portrayed as hard working, loyal, caring people, and their dreams are very humble and realistic. It is a great film, and it is very educational, and I hope that it gets the attention it deserves. If it doesn't, then it will be an empty movie, and it will remain a good documentary about a small town in Scotland, but that has nothing to do with its worth as a movie. I give this a 9/10.
Gloria
Monday, 15 Jun 2020 06:56

This is a documentary about the life of artist Rene Magritte, who is often referred to as the father of modern art. The documentary is presented as a series of short, very short interviews. There is no music, no narration, and no commentary. The film is presented in a way that makes it easy to follow the story. The interviews are also very well done, with no one character taking center stage. The focus is on the artist, and the story is told from his perspective. The film also includes a number of his paintings, which are not only beautiful, but also fascinating to watch. The film is not just a documentary about Rene Magritte, but also about the history of modern art. The interviews are very interesting, and the film is a great introduction to the artist.
David
Sunday, 14 Jun 2020 04:11

This is a fascinating and insightful documentary about the life of a legendary artist. It tells the story of the life of Andy Warhol and how he lived and worked. It is a very long film, but it is very well made. The images are haunting and the story is interesting. The film is well done, and it is definitely worth watching. I would recommend it to anyone.
Peter M.
Thursday, 11 Jun 2020 17:46

I've seen this movie at the recent Denver Film Festival, and I've decided that it is a must-see. This is a story of two people, the director and his wife, who attempted to take a leap of faith in their business and their marriage. Theirs is a very self-serving story, as it is difficult to say anything positive about any of these people. However, there are still some good things about this movie, such as the photography and the scenes of the Denver area. For instance, there is a scene where there is a black-and-white photograph of a woman on a bench in a park, which I thought was very interesting. Also, I liked the irony of the family's behavior. One of the families members was a psychiatrist, and one of the children was being treated by a psychologist, and they both were like a family therapist and were on the same side of the fence. One of the actors who plays the family member is a psychiatrist, and the other is a psychologist. The director is married to one of these psychologists, and I'm sure that the director was in a much better place when this movie was made. The director was just beginning his career, but the director was doing a good job with this movie. This was a very interesting movie, and I am going to see it again.
Grace C.
Wednesday, 29 Apr 2020 16:15

Watching this movie, you are reminded of how long these photos have been in existence, how many people have worked with them, how much has been done with them. One thing, however, is clear: we have not learned much from the process of their conservation and how much of the images are "lost" or "converted" into digital images. How many of these photos do you think could have been made and used in a documentary? If you see any pictures that you think should be used in a documentary, this is the movie to see.
Matthew
Tuesday, 28 Apr 2020 20:31

In a time when the main stream media is full of garbage and entertainment, this film gives a sobering and honest view on how one life in a small town, a community or even a country can be affected by the great power of the media, with little to no attention to the actual facts of the day. People often forget, even within the mainstream media, that all stories are not always equal, and that sometimes people want to be taken for idiots, and people want to be the villain, or a hero. In the end, all of the people affected by this documentary are portrayed very well, and it's clear that these are real people, and that their life is, in many ways, more tragic than the tragedy of 9/11. This film is not sensationalistic, it's not too heavy-handed, it's not preachy, and it's not full of celebrity people, because the stories and people portrayed here are real, and not made up for propaganda purposes. As I said, this film is sobering and honest. It's not Hollywood, but it's not trying to be either. It's a very honest look at real life, and how it can change a lot of people. A must see for anyone who loves documentaries, or anyone who wants to see how the media can corrupt and manipulate people's lives. 10/10
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