The read
It runs a compact 23m.
Synopsis
Based on the true story of Shepard Fairey's first act of street art, OBEY THE GIANT tells the story of a young skate punk challenging a big-city mayor and the powers-that-be at art school. Frustrated by his inability to gain respect within the confines of art school Shepard sets out to gain notoriety and acclaim by targeting the most powerful man in Providence, former Mayor Buddy Cianci. Risking expulsion and jail time Shepard plasters Andre the Giant's face over the image of Cianci on a campaign billboard. As word of Shepard's prank gets out, Shepard learns that art is a weapon and attention is both a blessing and a curse.
Ratings
IMDb7.2/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- Alex JablonskiWriter
- Julian MarshallDirector
- Kelly BeamWriter
- Julian MarshallWriter
Cast
- Joshua WillsShephard Fairey
- Keith JochimBuddy Cianci
- Patrick CollinsDean Carter
Themes
artstreetart