Peggy Guggenheim: Art Addict
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Peggy Guggenheim: Art Addict is a feature documentary about the life of art icon Peggy Guggenheim, based on her sole authorized biography. Peggy was a...n heiress to the Guggenheim family who would become a central figure in the modern art movement. As she moved through the cultural upheaval of the 20th century, she collected not only art, but artists. Her colorful personal history included trysts, affairs and marriages with such figures as Samuel Beckett, Max Ernst, Jackson Pollock, Marcel Duchamp as well as countless others. While fighting through personal tragedy, she maintained her vision to build one of the most important collections of modern art, which is today enshrined in her famous Venetian palazzo. The film is a compendium of the greatest 20th century art mixed with the wild and iconoclastic life of one of the most powerful women in the history of the art world. Show More

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the most important collections of modern art, now enshrined in her Venetian palazzo. The film depicts her incredible journey through art, love, and loss, showcasing her indomitable spirit and passion for pushing boundaries.

Peggy Guggenheim: Art Addict gives viewers an intimate glimpse into Guggenheim's life, blending archival footage, interviews, and personal diary entries to tell her story in her own words. Through these personal accounts, audiences learn about Guggenheim's unconventional upbringing in a wealthy New York City family, her rebellious nature, and her determination to shake up the art world.

The documentary delves into Guggenheim's many romantic entanglements, exploring her relationships with some of the most influential artists of the time. She not only supported their work financially but also became their muse and confidante. From her passionate affair with Samuel Beckett to her tumultuous marriage with Max Ernst, Guggenheim's personal life is as captivating as the art she collected.

However, the film also explores the challenges and tragedies that Guggenheim faced. From the loss of her father on the Titanic to the death of her sister in a plane crash, Guggenheim's life was marked by profound sorrow. Despite these setbacks, she persevered, dedicating herself to promoting art and artists until her death.

Peggy Guggenheim: Art Addict is a must-watch for art enthusiasts and anyone interested in the extraordinary life of an art icon. It offers a unique perspective on Guggenheim's contributions to the art world and the personal sacrifices she made along the way.