Jack Smith and the Destruction of Atlantis

In this entrancing documentary on performance artist, photographer and underground filmmaker Jack Smith, photographs and rare clips of Smith's performances and films punctuate interviews with artists, critics, friends and foes to create an engaging portrait of the artist. Widely known for his banned queer erotica film Flaming Creatures, Smith was an innovator and firebrand who influenced artists such as Andy Warhol and John Waters.

Genre:

Documentary

Duration:

94 min

Cast:

Jack Smith, Nayland Blake, Ira Cohen

Quality:

HD

Director:

Mary Jordan

Release:

2007

Country:

United States

Rating:

6.7