Bill Traylor: Chasing Ghosts

If every picture tells a story, the body of work displayed in the hauntingly intriguing documentary "Bill Traylor: Chasing Ghosts" speaks volumes on the life and times of the artist in question.

Chasing Ghosts has a great idea in showcasing as much of Traylor's work as possible, and next to the creations of other Black artists, but its talking head presentation is fairly didactic.

A surprising and worthwhile take on an enigmatic artist.

A multi-faceted approach to Traylor's life and work, incorporating music, dance, poetry, and commentary.

This documentary, directed by Jeffrey Wolf, is a plain, sincere, nourishing account of the artist.

Wolf's exceptional documentary "Bill Traylor: Chasing Ghosts" seeks to tells its subject's story in a deeply personal way, while also pulling back when needed to contextualize his work.

A terrific introduction to a remarkable artist and a thought-provoking look at race in the art world.

The well-researched film is uneven in its approach, but makes a persuasive case for Traylor's talent and the value of his artistic legacy.

A film that is part of Black America's cultural renaissance that goes hand in hand with the Black Lives Matter revolution against white supremacy.

Wolf's documentary allows that stamping to continue, doing justice to both Traylor's life and his art, which --at least at some junctures -- became indistinguishable.