
Atrophy Portraits II
Aug 15, 2019 · 12m
Director
Vex AshleyOverview
The history of traditional portraiture is about status and branding. With this portrait we were interested in breaking down those layers of constructed perfection. Initially in renaissance portrait painting, women are often pictured in a profile view, detached and passive. This painting was one of the first to have the female subject confronting the viewer, meeting your eyes without appeasing or smiling. There are parallels in the expressions in this film and in the painting.
Cast of Atrophy Portraits II
Crew of Atrophy Portraits II
About Atrophy Portraits II
What is Atrophy Portraits II about?
The history of traditional portraiture is about status and branding. With this portrait we were interested in breaking down those layers of constructed perfection. Initially in renaissance portrait painting, women are often pictured in a profile view, detached and passive. This painting was one of the first to have the female subject confronting the viewer, meeting your eyes without appeasing or…
When was Atrophy Portraits II released?
Atrophy Portraits II was released on August 15, 2019.
How long is Atrophy Portraits II?
Atrophy Portraits II runs 12 minutes.
Who directed Atrophy Portraits II?
Atrophy Portraits II was directed by Vex Ashley.
Who is in the cast of Atrophy Portraits II?
The cast of Atrophy Portraits II includes Vex Ashley (Self), María Riot (Self) and Lina Bembe (Self).


