While certain artworks sell for millions, most artists today live in dire financial straits.

In this award-winning film, artist and filmmaker Sookoon Ang explores the real lives and struggles of contemporary artists around the world, from Singapore to Japan, London, Paris, New York, Berlin and Amsterdam. Through candid conversations with her artist peers and featuring cutting-edge artworks, Sookoon explores their financial struggles and their tremendous efforts to make ends meet.

The film reveals unique and crucial perspectives on the financial difficulties inherent in being an artist, and questions the systems that govern artists' careers and livelihoods.

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