Criteria: The Catholic Film Podcast cover image

Sanctification of an Icon Painter: Andrei Rublev (1966)

Criteria: The Catholic Film Podcast

00:00

The Intention of the Artist

Nathan: I like how this film shows that the intention of the artist, especially as a sacred artist is valid despite the intentions of the person commissioning it. There is a higher calling, you know, your talent is given to you for a higher purpose. It's not yours simply to bury. And then all artists, if they're going to be honest, have to acknowledge that the commission comes from God in some way or another. That was what I was trying to get at and then I kind of got off track. Mm hmm. But yeah, I'm struggling with my words because there are so many treasured moments within it. This film is not a message but

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app