Leon Golub's massive canvasses depict scenes of violence, torture, and death squads, offering a reflection of our times and a call to change the way we think about the world. The one-hour film juxtaposes scenes of violence, statements by politicians, and responses to Golub's exhibitions, while also capturing the artist at work in his New York studio. The documentary follows the creation of his monumental canvases, detailing his complex techniques, and accompanies a finished painting to its European opening in Derry, Northern Ireland, raising questions about First Amendment rights and art's ability to speak to these issues.
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The film "At War with the Gods" delves into the harsh realities of violence and mortality, drawing inspiration from the powerful works of American artist Leon Golub. His large-scale paintings bring to life the devastating effects of war and humanity's relentless struggle.
