M12 VIDEO REVIEWS

I decided to watch Abstract Expressionism and Pop: Art of the ‘50s and ‘60s and Uncertainty: Modernity and Art because I wanted to learn more about modern art, pop art and abstract expressionism. In the Abstract Expressionism and Pop: Art of the ‘50s and ‘60s video, I learned how abstract expressionism was born from a joining of attitudes in American art and European avant—grade art, but were later rejected for its nonfigurative and seemingly egocentric character in favor of the ultra-objective phenomenon known as Pop Art. In Uncertainty: Modernity and Art I learn about modern art is contemporary society’s version of the Delphic Oracles. I learn how modern art documents the metamorphosis of mankind. Both videos relate to the readings because it analyzes the different themes, such as pop art, modern art, and abstract expressionism. The films were interesting to watch. They added depth to understanding both chapters twenty-two and twenty-three.