Daniel Traub’s compelling documentary is an ode to a woman whose approach to form is unmatched in the art world. Working primarily in cedar (and employing chainsaws with aplomb), Ursula von Rydingsvard creates towering sculptures that play with texture and shape while evoking surprising emotion - traumatic years spent in post-WW2 refugee camps left indelible marks. But we witness how Ursula’s ability to channel this pain into her practice undoubtedly birthed an artist of singular determination and talent.

Daniel Traub’s compelling documentary is an ode to a woman whose approach to form is unmatched in the art world. Working primarily in cedar (and employing chainsaws with aplomb), Ursula von Rydingsvard creates towering sculptures that play with texture and shape while evoking surprising emotion - traumatic years spent in post-WW2 refugee camps left indelible marks. But we witness how Ursula’s ability to channel this pain into her practice undoubtedly birthed an artist of singular determination and talent.

Director: Daniel Traub

Runtime: 57 mins