Julie Mehretu: Palimpsest(2021)
Julie Mehretu: Palimpsest Synopsis
The film traces Ethiopian abstract artist Julie Mehretu’s preparations for her 20 year career retrospective, leading up to the installation and realization of the survey at LACMA in 2019. The artist offers extensive commentary on her work, her process, and the chronology of her career, from her graduate work at RISD (1996–97) to her current expansive multi-layered canvases.
Julie Mehretu: Palimpsest (2021) is a documentary film directed by Susan Wald, released on August 25, 2021 with a runtime of 55m. It stars Julie Mehretu.
- Director:
- Susan Wald
- Producers:
- Edgar Howard
- Production:
- Checkerboard Film Foundation
- Status:
- Released
Julie Mehretu: Palimpsest (2021) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Julie Mehretu: Palimpsest before you stream it.
Julie Mehretu: Palimpsest Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Susan Wald, produced by Edgar Howard.
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Julie Mehretu: Palimpsest – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Julie Mehretu: Palimpsest online?
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Julie Mehretu: Palimpsest (2021) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Julie Mehretu: Palimpsest?
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The main cast of Julie Mehretu: Palimpsest (2021) includes Julie Mehretu. The film was directed by Susan Wald. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Julie Mehretu: Palimpsest released?
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Julie Mehretu: Palimpsest was released on August 25, 2021 and runs for 55m.
Is there a trailer for Julie Mehretu: Palimpsest?
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