A Test of Violence (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1969, A Test of Violence is a documentary film directed by Stuart Cooper, running about 14 minutes.
What it’s about. Stuart Cooper's short about the work of Spanish artist Juan Genovés is an inspired introduction to the works of this extraordinary artist, exploring its minimalist aesthetic and storytelling qualities through a variety of cinematic techniques, including rostrum, animation, news footage and live action recreations.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, A Test of Violence has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Test of Violence page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Test of Violence (1969)?
- In US, A Test of Violence is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is A Test of Violence worth watching?
- A Test of Violence holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was A Test of Violence released?
- A Test of Violence was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 14 minutes.