Starting in Germany, just as the nazi party was coming into power full force, Eva had moved to Netherland, then on to New York, in 1939. Fortunately they had family there, so were able to leave while leaving was still possible. Having visited many museums with her husband Tom, Eva was inspired in various media... drawings, artwork, plastic, string, fiberglas. Apparently, she was quite frustrated with herself, and had a lack of final vision of what the outcome of the piece was supposed to look like. Her family and friends tried to encourage her, but we know sadness and darkness were in her parents' blood. More sadness -- she died of a tumor at the young age of 34. Director Begleiter has Hesse's (ex) husband and friends talk about Hesse's life, her work, and her emotions. The good news out of all this is that she actually did get to exhibit her work (and even sold some pieces) while she was still alive --- that is a goal that so MANY of the greats never got to see during their own lives. Written and directed by Marcie Begleiter,this seems to be her only directing project. It's pretty straight-forward. I hadn't realized the amount of work Hesse was able to produce during her short career, and we get to see quite a few of her works in the film. Pretty good doc. Currently showing on netflix.
