Siqueiros El Maestro: March Of Humanity – Latin America (1969)

The film explores the life and work of David Alfaro Siqueiros, a prominent Mexican muralist known for his monumental mural “The March of Humanity.” It highlights Siqueiros’s artistic philosophy, which emphasizes the importance of mural painting as a public art form that reflects social change and the struggles of the Mexican people. The documentary details his creative process, including the use of synthetic paints and large-scale models, and his collaboration with students and assistants. Siqueiros believes in the unity of sculpture and painting, aiming to create a deeper emotional expression through his art. The film also emphasizes his commitment to continuously improving his work until the very end.

Keywords
David Alfaro Siqueiros, muralist, March of Humanity, Mexican art, social change, public art, synthetic paints, sculpture, painting, cultural movement