I probably would not have checked this movie out had I not stumbled upon the Amargosa Opera House near Death Valley a few years ago.
I'm glad I did as the artist's story was compelling and quite touching. The film went into directions that were unexpected, and not specifically related to her art--like the ghosts of the old hotel and Marta Becket's love of animals. These diversions made the film more engrossing, although those who felt Marta was too self-absorbed probably gave up on the film long before these segments. A documentary is only as good as its subject and this one is fortunate to have someone who I found to be fascinating.
I'm glad I did as the artist's story was compelling and quite touching. The film went into directions that were unexpected, and not specifically related to her art--like the ghosts of the old hotel and Marta Becket's love of animals. These diversions made the film more engrossing, although those who felt Marta was too self-absorbed probably gave up on the film long before these segments. A documentary is only as good as its subject and this one is fortunate to have someone who I found to be fascinating.