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Superstar: The Life and Times of Andy Warhol

Andy Warhol's life, art, and lasting impact are examined in this documentary, following his path from childhood in Pittsburgh to his untimely passing.

Andy Warhol's life, work, and impact are explored from his childhood in Pittsburgh to his death following a botched surgery. He coined the term "superstar," became one himself, and revolutionized the way society views and understands celebrity. After studying at Carnegie Tech, Warhol moved to New York to pursue a career in commercial art, eventually coining the term "pop art" alongside Lichtenstein and Rosenquist by the 1960s. He established "The Factory," his creative workshop where he produced art and films, surrounded by a vibrant social circle of late-night parties and gatherings.

Info about Superstar: The Life and Times of Andy Warhol

Studio(s): Marilyn Lewis Entertainment Ltd.

Originally Released: United States, Feb 22, 1991

Production Country: United States

Genres:Biography, Documentary