Maya Lin: A Strong Clear Vision

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Maya Lin- A Strong Clear Vision
Maya Lin: A Strong Clear Vision
Directed byFreida Lee Mock
Written byFreida Lee Mock
Produced byFreida Lee Mock
StarringMaya Lin
Release date
1994
Running time
105 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish


Maya Lin: A Strong Clear Vision is a documentary film released in 1994, directed and produced by Freida Lee Mock. The film focuses on the life and work of renowned artist and architect Maya Lin.

Plot[edit | edit source]

The documentary explores the life and career of Maya Lin, particularly her groundbreaking design of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. It delves into the challenges she faced as a young, relatively unknown architect and the controversy surrounding her design for the memorial.

Production[edit | edit source]

Directed and produced by Freida Lee Mock, the film provides an in-depth look at Maya Lin's creative process and the impact of her work on the world of art and architecture.

Reception[edit | edit source]

Maya Lin: A Strong Clear Vision received critical acclaim for its portrayal of Maya Lin's artistic vision and the emotional resonance of her work. The film won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in 1995.

Legacy[edit | edit source]

Maya Lin's contributions to the fields of art and architecture continue to inspire and influence artists and designers around the world. Her work on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial remains a powerful symbol of remembrance and healing.

See also[edit | edit source]


Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD