High Art
“a story of ambition, sacrifice, seduction and other career moves.”
When Syd, a young editor at an influential art magazine, becomes involved with her neighbor, a drug-addicted lesbian photographer, both seek to exploit each other for their respective careers while slowly falling in love with each other.
Where to watch High Art in United States
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Where is High Art streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Kanopy | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store |
| Germany | OUTtv Amazon Channel | — |
About High Art
High Art is a 1998 English-language drama and romance film directed by Lisa Cholodenko. The cast is led by Radha Mitchell, Ally Sheedy, Gabriel Mann. It has a runtime of 1h 41m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Kanopy.
High Art was produced by Antidote Films, October Films, and 391 Productions and made in Canada and United States of America. It was released on June 12, 1998, and carries a R certification. At the box office it grossed around $2 million worldwide.
- Director
- Lisa Cholodenko
- Writers
- Lisa Cholodenko
- Release date
- June 12, 1998
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Canada, United States of America
- Box office
- $2 million
- Production
- Antidote Films, October Films, 391 Productions
High Art cast & crew
High Art was directed by Lisa Cholodenko and written by Lisa Cholodenko.
The cast features Radha Mitchell as Syd, Ally Sheedy as Lucy Berliner, Gabriel Mann as James, Patricia Clarkson as Greta, David Thornton as Harry, and Anh Duong as Dominique.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Tami Reiker and it was produced by Dolly Hall and Jeffrey Kusama-Hinte.
Is High Art worth watching?
High Art holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 146 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 41m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama and romance, High Art is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch High Art
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Cast of High Art
Radha Mitchell
Syd
Ally Sheedy
Lucy Berliner
Gabriel Mann
James
Patricia Clarkson
Greta
David Thornton
Harry
Anh Duong
Dominique
Bill Sage
Arnie
Tammy Grimes
Vera
Sarita Choudhury
Joan
Charis Michelsen
Helen Mendes
Cindra Feuer
High Art — FAQs
▸Where can I watch High Art in United States?
High Art is streaming on Kanopy in United States.
▸Is High Art on Kanopy?
Yes — High Art is currently available on Kanopy in United States.
▸What language is High Art in?
High Art is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is High Art?
High Art runs 1 hours 41 minutes (101 minutes).
▸What is High Art rated?
High Art is rated R. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 146 ratings.
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