Art Spiegelman
/Actor
Philip Dolin
/Director
Molly Bernstein
/Director
Alicia Sams
/Producer
Sam Jinishian
/Producer
Molly Bernstein
/Writer
Philip Dolin
/Writer
February 21, 2025
Documentary
This insightful documentary delves into the life and work of Art Spiegelman, the Queens-raised artist who revolutionized comics by exploring dark, complex, themes. Shaped by his Holocaust-survivor parents and inspired by MAD magazine?s irreverent satire, Spiegelman?s most famous work, MAUS, is a poignant Holocaust narrative that redefined the medium. The film showcases his resistance to racism and features rich illustrations from his comics, highlighting his significant impact as an artist and cultural critic.