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"High Art" is an American independent film released in 1998. It was written and directed by Lynn Shelton (not to be confused with the better-known British director of the same name, who actually made the film "H2O: Just Add Water"). The film stars Lynn Shelton, T.J. Miller, and Gina Gershon.

The film critiques how the "art world" consumes people. Lucy is talented but cynical; she knows that success often requires selling a piece of your soul. Syd represents the hunger of youth, willing to cross professional boundaries for a "breakthrough." 2. The "Heroin Chic" Aesthetic

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