

Urtoben – Vienna’s illegal Artforms(2025)
In Vienna, street artists and urban explorers risk their lives to create art in hidden and forbidden places. Illegal artists and explorers challenge societal boundaries, risking their lives not for recognition but for the pure pursuit of art. In one of Europe’s most livable cities, culture and wealth come at a price. But what happens when you’re not willing to pay? This documentary explores the complexities faced by those who refuse to express themselves within the confines of the norm, seeking to claim spaces not designed for them—even if only for a moment.
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In Vienna, street artists and urban explorers risk their lives to create art in hidden and forbidden places. Illegal artists and explorers challenge societal boundaries, risking their lives not for recognition but for the pure pursuit of art. In one of Europe’s most livable cities, culture and wealth come at a price. But what happens when you’re not willing to pay? This documentary explores the complexities faced by those who refuse to express themselves within the confines of the norm, seeking to claim spaces not designed for them—even if only for a moment.
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2025-04-11
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