Alice Neel (film)

Alice Neel is a 2007 documentary film directed by Andrew Neel, grandson of the American artist Alice Neel. The film explores the life and work of Alice Neel through archival footage, interviews with family members, art critics, and historians, and views of her paintings. It provides insights into her unique portraiture style, her personal struggles, and her artistic philosophy. The documentary examines Neel's unconventional life, her periods of poverty and mental illness, and her dedication to painting the human figure with honesty and psychological depth. It also delves into her relationships with her children and her evolving artistic reputation. The film aims to present a comprehensive portrait of Alice Neel, both as an artist and as a complex individual.