Unveiling the hidden genius of Hilma af Klint, the artist who redefined Modernism and abstract painting, this film showcases her revolutionary work and journey. From legendary Academy nominee Lasse Hallström
This is the story of Hilma af Klint, the woman who defied conventions and revolutionised the art world when her work was exhibited in 2019 at the Guggenheim Museum in NYC.
Hilma died in 1944, unknown and certainly not recognised as the woman who invented abstract painting, displacing Kandinsky, Malevich and Mondrian as the initiators of abstract painting and Modernism.
From her adoration of the Austrian spiritualist Rudolf Steiner to her unconventional romantic life, the film provides a nuanced portrait of a woman who chose to remain faithful to her vision as an artist, despite working in a hostile, misogynistic world that did not expect women to express themselves.
Genres
Biography, Drama, LGBT+, Docudrama
Duration
1 x 114'
Language
English, German
Cast
Lena Olin, Tom Wlaschiha, Lily Cole, Tora Hallström, Maeve Dermody, Martin Wallström, Rebecca Calder, Jens Hultén, Adam Lundgren, Jazzy de Lisser, Anna Björk, Emmi Tjernström
Director
Lasse Hallström
Production Company
Viaplay Studios Sweden
Production Year
2022
Awards
Nominated
Best Mask Design
Guldbaggen 2023
Official Selection
Palm Springs Intl Film Festival 2023
Sedona Intl Film Festival 2023
Sonoma Intl Film Festival 2023
USA Film Festival 2023
Mountain Shadow Film Society 2023
Out Shine LBGT 2023
Tall Grass Films 2023
European Union Film Festival 2023
Bozar Belgium 2023: Screening selection
Jerusalem Cinemateque 2023
Mardi Gras Australia 2024