Alexander Calder

The first definitive portrait of this 20th century American icon and inventor of the mobile, this program shows Calder at work in his studio, and features never-before-seen archival films and photographs. It includes contemporary shooting of dozens of works, seen as Calder meant them to be viewed, in dynamic motion. Interviewees include: Arthur Miller, Ellsworth Kelly, I.M. Pei, Brendan Gill, Marla Prather, David Ross, Calder’s daughters and grandson, Sandy Rower, and others.The film received rave reviews, including Pick-of-the-Week status in People and an A in Entertainment Weekly.