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Osip Brik: Selected Writings.

Source :
Screen; Autumn74, Vol. 15 Issue 3, p35-58, 24p
Publication Year :
1974

Abstract

The article discusses the writings of Osip Brik which ranged on Russian Futurism, formalism, literary journalism, criticism, opera libretti, theatre adaptations of classic Russian novels and film scenarios. It offers information on his personal background and career highlights. The article also discusses Brik's involvement and contributions to the Futurist movement, Lef party and editorial stint in ∣Art of the Commune∣ in Russia. It also presents Brik's views on art-related issues such as the proletarian art being compared with the bourgeoisie art and his condemnation of easel painting believing that this form of painting is timeless and non-utilitarian.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00369543
Volume :
15
Issue :
3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Screen
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
31139005
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1093/screen/15.3.35