Whatever Happened to Gelitin

The film features art dealer Salvatore Viviano and director Angela Christlieb as they search for the elusive artist collective Gelitin. Since the 1990s, Gelitin has consistently challenged conventional notions of art with their extravagant performances and installations.

Interviews with former collaborators and artist friends across the U.S., Europe, and Asia are woven together with a vibrant montage of Gelitin's archival material. This approach showcases the group's intense and transgressive spirit, highlighting their unique contributions to the art scene. The documentary captures Gelitin's gaudy, colorful style, blending humor with a serious examination of their impact on performance art.