Review of Chuck Close: A Portrait in Progress (1998) by Gerard B — 08 Jan 2008

Great documentary about the generation of artists.

This review of Chuck Close: A Portrait in Progress (1998) was written by Gerard B on 08 Jan 2008.

Chuck Close: A Portrait in Progress has generally received very positive reviews.

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