A Man Named Pearl
Part of the BAMcinématek series Afro-Punk Festival
Fri, Jul 3 at 4:45pm
Mon, Jul 6 at 4:30pm
Directed by Scott Galloway and Brent Pierson
(2006) 78min
"A Man Named Pearl not only makes you want to get out there and play Edward Scissorhands but can, at least for its 78 jazz-and-gospel infused minutes, help replenish one's faith in humanity." —LA Times
While gardening may not seem the most revolutionary of topics, this exceptional documentary blasts expectations, while its subject combats stereotypes. After experiencing prejudice from new neighbors who assume he will not keep up his front yard, Pearl Fryar throws himself into the creation of large-scale, intricately-designed topiaries.
Boston Globe on A Man Named Pearl
"This is moviemaking that honors the craftsmanship of its subject." More
San Francisco Chronicle on A Man Named Pearl
"...capture[s] a sense of the intuitive craftsmanship, pride and determination that drive the self-taught artist." More