Robert Hughes explores the world of Goya and gives a very personal commentary on this paintings, charting his achievements as a court painter, satirist and war reporter and finally as the topographer of the inner self, of madness, fear and despair. He gives an insight into the huge changes that took place in Goya's work in the course of his life: the shift from light to dark.
**M
Good
A good documentary. However, it wanders into personal perspectives and, at times, it dawdles too long with lesser important stuff. For a class I teach, I edited out meaningless vocal utterances, dead-air spaces, and over-spent time scene of countrysides and places where there was no dialogue. The edits made the documentary more engaging to students -- from 1:10:03 to 48:39 -- for educational purposes only.
W**T
Entertaining
I bought this DVD over a year ago before Robert Hughes passed way and I have watched it many times since. I also been to Spain many times and seen Goya's work including where he is buried. What I like about the DVD and why I can watch ity again and again is is fun. Hughes style is not to talk down to you but talk to you about Goya's life, his paintings, why he is important as a painting and what is going on in Spain during Goya's life.
P**E
Goya + Robert Hughes
I was never a bit fan of Goya, but work from Robert Hughes, possibly our finest living art critic, is always a treat, and this documentary is no exception. More than just a survey of Goya's work, we take a journey into the life and mind of the artist. Hughes does his usual fine job of enlightening and entertaining. Better still, I emerged at the end of the DVD with a better appreciation of Goya. I'd consider this a must for collectors of art history documentaries.
S**A
A thoughtful film on Goya, well produced and you get to see Robert Hughes
This is an amazing movie i especially if you like either Goya as a painter or the art critic Robert Hughes (who tragically died a couple years back). The film deals with the biography, social history and artistic technique in depth. Great for your personal use or if you teach art history.
J**K
crazy love
What a wonderful, moving flick. Hughe's fascination with Goya that was catapulted to near-obsession after his accident was as alluring as his critiques of Goya's work which were incredibly rich. And there is so much to meet in Goya over the years in the diversity of work he put forth. I also loved the interviews with other artists speaking about Goya's work. .
D**D
GO GOYA
GOOD STORY LINE
C**S
Five Stars
Well-written and well produced. Mr. Hughes is only infrequently an uneasy presence.
J**N
Highest recommendation for Goya- Crazy Like a Genius
Insightful and compelling commentary and critique of Goya's lifetime of work. His vision is unique yet common to every man. He speaks what we cannot say. The works chosen for the film are stunning and powerful, and seem as fresh today as when they were painted. Even if you know nothing about painting and art making you will come away from this film moved by the experience.
A**A
Rare Gem
There are only a few that can fill the art history shoes of the likes of Kenneth Clark, and Robert Hughes is one of them.With his unique, honest and passionate style Mr. Hughes version of Goya is unlike any other.Love it!
M**E
Three Stars
Not very appropriate for the audience.
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