
Hieronymus Bosch: Touched by the Devil
2015

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Minimal
2016
Director
José Luis López-Linares
Runtime
90 minutes
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This documentary is a specialized academic exploration of Hieronymus Bosch's life and work. Rooted in 15th and 16th-century iconography, the film naturally reflects the social hierarchies and religious traditions of that era. The content is deeply tied to Western European art history, focusing on preserving and analyzing Renaissance symbolism. Consequently, the film does not aim to challenge modern social structures or provide diverse contemporary perspectives.
Category Breakdown
The film focuses on Bosch's historical symbols and does not include contemporary LGBTQ+ characters or narratives, even though there are scholarly discussions about sexuality in his work.
The documentary serves as a historical survey of Renaissance art, examining traditional gender roles and iconography without challenging the historical power dynamics.
The narrative centers on the art history of the Northern Renaissance, maintaining a homogeneous focus that aligns with the geographic and demographic context of Bosch’s time.
The film explores moral complexities through religious iconography, operating within the historical religious traditions rather than a modern secular perspective.
There is no representation of neurodivergence or physical disabilities in the film. It lacks character arcs that address mental health or physical impairments.
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Official Synopsis
2016 marks the 500th anniversary of the death of Hieronymus Bosch. It is almost the only information about the artist of The Garden of Earthly Delights that we can put a precise date to. Bosch, the garden of dreams is a film about his most important painting and one of the most iconic paintings in the world: The Garden of Earthly Delights.

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