Margy Kinmonth’s feature documentary which shines a light on the trailblazing role of women war artists on the front lines round the world will be released on DVD on 23 September. The film was released theatrically in UK and Irish cinemas on 28 March 2025.
The documentary champions the female perspective on conflict through art and asks: when it’s life or death, what do women see that men don’t? Traditionally a male domain, war art by women has been largely unrecognised. Until now…
Culture breaks the taboo, crosses borders – tells the truth to power. Artists featured include Dame Rachel Whiteread, Zhanna Kadyrova, Maggi Hambling, Assil Diab, Dame Laura Knight, Marcelle Hanselaar, Cornelia Parker, Maya Lin, Shirin Neshat and Lee Miller. An entirely female cast of contributors makes this film a unique undertaking – telling vital truths in turbulent times.
War Paint – Women At War is the third instalment in Kinmonth’s trilogy of films about how artists depict war, following the acclaimed Eric Ravilious – Drawn To War and War Art with Eddie Redmayne.
Extras included on the disk are an image gallery featuring some of the works of art from the film and behind the scenes images, plus the theatrical trailer.
The film is produced by Foxtrot Films, the independent production company led by BAFTA Award-winner Writer/Director/Producer Margy Kinmonth and Emmy Award-winning Producer/Executive Producer Maureen Murray. Co-Producers are David Trotter and David Verey. Executive Producer for Sky UK is Jack Oliver.
The DVD is released on 23 September and is available to pre-order now via conic.film/warpaint or from foxtrotfilms.com. The film will also be available in selected art gallery shops.
