The Art of Failure: Chuck Connelly Not for Sale

The Art of Failure: Chuck Connelly Not for Sale, a documentary television film directed by Jeff Stimmel, premiered at the L.A. Film Festival in June 2008 and was shown on HBO in July.

The Art of Failure: Chuck Connelly Not for Sale
Directed byJeff Stimmel
StarringChuck Connelly
Theme music composerPaul A. Anderson
Original languageEnglish
Production
ProducerDiana Holtzberg
CinematographyAtanasio DiFelice
EditorJohn Dowdell
Running time60 minutes
Release
Original networkHBO Documentaries
Original release2008 (2008)

Synopsis

The documentary chronicles the artist Chuck Connelly as he struggles with his temperament, alcoholism, and disillusionment with reality. These factors culminate in the alienation of gallery owners, collectors, and his wife; serving to depress Connelly further. The documentary details the tragedy of the fallen artist as he fights to maintain his dignity and integrity in the face of a world that refuses to accept him.

Awards

The documentary won an Emmy at the 30th annual event in 2009 for the 'Outstanding Arts & Culture Programming' category.

References

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