Alexander Calder (1898-1976) revolutionized the art of sculpture with his distinctive modernism, freeing sculpture from its stand and adding movement to the art itself. He rose to fame in the 1930s with his renowned Miniature Circus but his modernist creativity skyrocketed with his wire sculptyres, an invention he dubbed "drawing in space." He was a contemporary and friends with Duchamp, Miro, and Mondrian, who have greatly influenced his evolution. This genius tinkerer, too often limited to his Mobiles, was fueled by artistic renewal, creating such unexpected shapes as his huge stabile sculptures now exhibited worldwide. In light of the artist's life, this film retraces his unique quest and explores the masterpieces that have marked the history of 20th Century art.

Produced by Zadig productions / France 5 / Le Centre Pompidou
Written by Stéphan and Francois Lévy-Kuentz
Directed by Francois Lévy-Kuentz 51 minutes

Hosted by Arlé Sklar-Weinstein
Doors open at 2:30 Light refreshments
Film at 2:45pm
Suggested donation: $5