: For those already familiar with Fairey, the documentary may feel a bit like a "Wikipedia article," hitting familiar beats without digging deeply into his most controversial legal battles. Who is it for?
: It dives into the "misunderstood code of ethics" in street art, explaining how Fairey uses repetitive messaging to challenge public perception of imagery. Obey Giant(2017)
: If you know the art but not the man, this is the perfect primer. : For those already familiar with Fairey, the
: Despite some criticisms, fans of the medium will appreciate the cinematic exploration of graffiti culture. : If you know the art but not
: The film effectively traces Fairey's roots in punk rock and skateboarding culture back to his time at the [Rhode Island School of Design](0.5.27, 0.5.31).
: Viewers get rare archival footage of Fairey in the 90s, scaling poles and gluing murals under the cover of night.