Watching this movie was like a glimpse into my own life as an artist. It was refreshing to see another artist that enjoys getting their hands in all aspects of the art worlds. Seeing footage from Ethan's youth and hearing the interviews were not only highly entertaining, but also very motivational. This movie makes me want to go out there and not just create art, but find the others who want to create art and work together to help others see their own ways of expression, especially if that was not something they had access to. I had a great experience watching this movie and meeting Ethan personally. This movie is highly recommended to those who want to see, hear and experience the sub-culture to pop-culture of music, zines, and art.
Man in Camo
2018
Action / Animation / Biography / Documentary
Man in Camo
2018
Action / Animation / Biography / Documentary
Plot summary
Man in Camo takes a close look at the life of visual artist, writer and filmmaker Ethan Minsker and his drive to create and crusade the making of art. Through the lens of old photographs and films, Minsker leads viewers on a journey through the hurdles that once held him back, from dyslexia to the violence of 1980s Washington D.C. It was these hurdles that forged his love of film and art, and his work now spans across three decades. Man In Camo brings forth not just the love of art, but the reasons for making it in the first place.
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Ethan the Artist
A unique journey
I loved the DIY ethos in this film. A unique, deepy personal film. Filming started when Ethan was in the womb, up to the present day. I especially responded to the punk rock scene in DC in the late 80s. Hilarious and honest examination an angry young rebel transforming into an adult family man rebel.
The Triumph of an Artist
This film wasn't made for you, me, or even Ethan - (well, it was kind of made for him) - it's a film made for every artist - aspiring and well-known. That may sound cliché, but I find this is the sort of film that was made truly. By this, I mean Ethan Minsker had a vision and saw it through without compromise. To me, any truly great artist creates art without compromise and clearly expresses their vision through their work. Ethan achieves this in his self-portrait through the trials and tribulations he endured and continuing to make art in his own way. When watching the film, it becomes clear that he has a passion, and it's this passion, this undying passion - this passion for art - that emanates from the screen and reaches the audience. This is a celebration of art and what it means to be a true artist. To be clear and to speak plainly, this is a triumph of a true artist.