George Dureau: New Orleans Artist
November 7, 2023
1h 17m
Overview
A documentary that explores the life and work of gay George Dureau, an iconic painter and photographer whose art captured the vibrant, diverse spirit of New Orleans. Known for his evocative portraits of marginalized communities, including Black, disabled, and LGBTQ+ subjects, Dureau challenged conventional notions of beauty and celebrated the human form in all its complexity. The film delves into his creative process, his deep connection to the city, and his lasting impact on the art world. Featuring interviews with those who knew him best, George Dureau: New Orleans Artist is a tribute to a visionary whose legacy continues to inspire.
Directed by
Where to watch
In United States
Not available to stream, rent, or buy in United States right now.
More like this
The Class of ‘92
2013
McQueen
2018
Drew: The Man Behind the Poster
2013
Naqoyqatsi
2002
Come See Me in the Good Light
2025
The U.S. vs. John Lennon
2006
The Curse of the Dragon
1993
Harry Dean Stanton: Partly Fiction
2013
The Curious Birth of Benjamin Button
2009
Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me
2023
LA Originals
2020
Charlie: The Life and Art of Charles Chaplin
2003
Fuck
2006
Tongues Untied
1990
Directed by John Ford
1971
Ex Libris: The New York Public Library
2017
My Mom Jayne
2025
Diego Maradona
2019
They'll Love Me When I'm Dead
2018
Capital in the Twenty-First Century
2019