Robert Hughes's documentary provided a very insightful view into the world of art that many people are not aware of. Personally, I was very surprised at the amount of money that exchanges hands in these art auctions. For example, I had heard of Andy Warhol, but I had no idea his paintings and photographs sold for so much money. I thought Hughes argued his case well about astronomical prices ruining the "true purpose of art." He interviewed many who agreed with him and he also interviewed collectors who are selling and buying these pieces of art and directly contributing to their Titanic-sized price tags. We were able to see both sides of the story. The only thing that I didn't like about Hughes was that he personally attacked certain individuals, like Andy Warhol whom he called stupid and boring.
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