The Barefoot Artist (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2014, The Barefoot Artist is a documentary film directed by Daniel Traub, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. Lily Yeh is a global artist who is fueled by a belief that art is a human right, and that artists can create a foundation for profound social change. Slight of frame, but large in spirit and vision, the 70-year-old artist was born in China, lives in Philadelphia, and now, as constant traveler, the world is her canvas. Our film explores two sides of Lily's life that are connected parts of the same journey: her international ventures helping to heal weakened spirits in communities around the world and a personal journey within, to repair her own fractured family.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Barefoot Artist has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Barefoot Artist page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Barefoot Artist tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Barefoot Artist (2014)?
- In US, The Barefoot Artist is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Barefoot Artist worth watching?
- The Barefoot Artist holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Barefoot Artist released?
- The Barefoot Artist was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.