One Year 1990: Art on Trial
Dec 14, 2023
This podcast delves into the controversy surrounding photographer Robert Mapplethorpe's exhibition in 1990, examining the debate over obscenity and the First Amendment. It explores the evolution of Mapplethorpe's style, the consequences faced by the exhibition, and the chaotic aftermath of a police raid. The podcast also discusses the diversity of the crowd that came to see the exhibition and touches on other intriguing topics such as capturing innocent moments and a controversial dentist in Florida.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Controversy and Evolution: Art on Trial
04:12 • 3min
Controversy and Consequences
07:42 • 10min
Controversy Surrounding an Art Exhibition
18:06 • 7min
Controversy and Indictments
25:27 • 10min
Chaos at the Contemporary Arts Center and the Beginning of a Culture War
35:52 • 5min
The Aftermath and Diverse Crowd
40:23 • 15min
Capturing Sweet Moments and the HIV Controversy
55:46 • 3min