Starting from childhood attempts at illustration, the protagonist pursues his true obsession to art school. But as he learns how the art world really works, he finds that he must adapt his vision to the reality that confronts him.
Acting
John Malkovich's deadpan professor is weaponized disappointment.
Writing
Daniel Clowes' script savagely eviscerates art world pretension.
Direction
Zwigoff's cynical eye makes cringe feel almost tender.
Director
Terry Zwigoff
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