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ART LOVERS UNITE!

Dame Vivienne Westwood passed away this Thursday, December 29th, 2022. To commemorate and celebrate her life, Patrick J. Thomas and Dacob have released the movie “ART LOVERS UNITE!”, with and about Dame Vivienne Westwood.

The movie had its world premiere this year in Australia at the Melbourne Documentary Film Festival and celebrated its European Premiere at the Barcelona Dart Documentary Film Festival.

The news of Dame Westwood’s passing has left us all heartbroken but now we wish to celebrate her life with as many audiences as possible as this movie is one of the last recorded documents of this incredible person who had such a refined sense for art and design and who kept tirelessly educating new generations about climate preservation, the love of art and humanity.

She was a punk at heart and we now continue her legacy by not only remembering her through our movie but also by teaching the world about love and passion through Vivienne’s own words.

“ART LOVERS UNITE!” is one of the last recorded documents starring Vivienne Westwood and presents a rare and unparalleled opportunity to delve into her inner workings. It serves as a final testament to the iconic designer, offering a never-before-seen intimate glimpse into Dame Westwood’s brilliant mind.

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In a world of uncertainty, how can we find meaning and purpose? Art is one way to do that.

In the documentary “ART LOVERS UNITE!”, Vivienne Westwood and Dacob take a journey through the history of art and
show how it can inspire us to live our lives with passion. They unlock the secrets behind masterpieces painted by Raphael,
Rembrandt, Velazquez, Titian… even Caravaggio! And they show us how these artists' work can help us grow as human beings.

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Topics at the core of “ART LOVERS UNITE!” include:

​How art inspires VIVIENNE WESTWOOD as a fashion designer.

Why art is important and how it can help you grow.

How to join the movement of becoming a “Freedom-Fighter” through art.

Can art and fashion coexist?

VIVIENNE WESTWOOD’s trip to India with Naomi Campbell & deadly injustices perpetrated upon the population in Indian villages.

How art was perceived centuries ago and how it is perceived today.

Unlocking secret codes and symbols in paintings.

Art depicting death. Is there life after death?

The surprising reveal of VIVIENNE WESTWOOD’s favorite painting.

  • Patrick J. Thomas
    Director
    Directorial Debut
  • Dacob
    Director
    Directorial Debut
  • Patrick J. Thomas
    Producer
  • Dacob
    Producer
  • Vivienne Westwood
    Key Cast
    "Herself"
    Leaving Las Vegas
  • Dacob
    Key Cast
    "Himself"
    House of Cardin
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    1 hour 15 minutes 40 seconds
  • Country of Origin:
    Germany
  • Country of Filming:
    Germany
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Melbourne Documentary Film Festival
    Melbourne
    Australia
    July 29, 2022
    World Premiere
    Official Selection
  • Melbourne Documentary Film Festival
    Melbourne
    Australia
    Best Documentary Photographer
  • Theatrical Release

    Australia
    September 23, 2022
  • DART International Documentary Film Festival
    Barcelona
    Spain
    November 25, 2022
    European Premiere
    Official Selection
Director Biography - Patrick J. Thomas, Dacob

Patrick J. Thomas (Left) is a half Jamaican, half German Actor, Director & Producer, working in Europe as well as in the US.

He recently graduated with first honors from the London Metropolitan University, where he studied film and television production.

The documentary "Art Lovers Unite!" marks his directorial debut.

Being a child of a US Army veteran, his goal is to produce / direct projects shining a light on societal topics & issues (some stemming from his own experiences) glossed over, neglected or forgotten by most.

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Dacob's (Right) past is shrouded in mystery.

Speaking over 6 languages and growing up in numerous countries around the World, he sees himself as a citizen of Earth and advocates against cultural, racial & geographical segregation.

Dacob studied experimental film and art. He currently hosts the live show "Dacob Live" on Youtube and has received over 17 million views on the platform. The documentary "Art Lovers Unite!" marks his directorial debut.

He can also be seen in the recently released documentary "House of Cardin", depicting the life and work of fashion designer Pierre Cardin.

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